Oregon Quietly Pulls the Plug on Non-Citizen CDL Program
Something pretty significant just changed in Oregon, and most people probably haven’t even heard about it yet. As of March 16, 2026, the Oregon DMV officially stopped issuing and reinstating limited-term commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and learner’s permits for non-domiciled applicants. In simple terms, that means non-citizens living in the U.S. on temporary legal status can no longer get or renew the licenses required to drive commercial vehicles in the state. And it didn’t come with much...
TRAVEL
Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Locals Line Up for the Fish and Chips at This Unassuming Stop Just Off Highway 101
Some days on the Oregon coast feel like they’re meant for surprises, and discovering J’s Fish & Chips was exactly that kind of day. It’s the kind of place you could drive past a dozen times...
Some of Oregon’s Most Crave-Worthy Fish and Chips Are Hiding in This Tiny Harbor Town
There are places along the Oregon Coast that don’t just feed you — they stay with you. The kind of places where the windows fog up from the fryer, where rain taps lightly on the glass, where the...
A Woman’s Routine Costco Trip Ended in a Violent Robbery in Salem, Suspect Later Arrested
It happened in the middle of the day. Not late at night. Not in some deserted alley. But in a busy Costco parking lot in Salem, with people around and normal life happening just a few feet away. On...
FOOD & DRINK
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Steak Lovers All Across Oregon Are Making a Point to Visit This Iconic Steakhouse
Some restaurants open quietly, find their rhythm, and slowly build a following. Others seem to arrive fully formed, already humming with energy, conversation, and word-of-mouth momentum. Lately in...
This Cozy Little Spot In Oregon Honors Nearly A Century Of Italian Family Cooking
If you have ever driven down Hilyard Street in Eugene and missed the unassuming building with the warm glow spilling from its windows, it is time to slow down and take a closer look. Inside, you...
This Under-the-Radar Spot in Oregon Serves Brisket That Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
Nestled along the scenic McKenzie Highway sits McKenzie Station Pub, a cozy restaurant and bar where the smell of smoked meats drifts out the door and the coffee is always freshly ground. Whether...
Fed-Up Oregonians Join Movement to Remove Tina Kotek From Office
LA PINE, Ore. — A recall campaign against Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is officially underway, and for many frustrated Oregonians, it couldn’t come soon enough. William Minnix, a disabled veteran from La Pine, filed a petition on July 28 to recall the Democratic...
Accused Serial Killer Jesse Calhoun Indicted for Murder of Fourth Oregon Woman
Two years after 22-year-old Kristin Smith’s body was discovered in a wooded area of Southeast Portland, her family is one step closer to justice. On Tuesday, Multnomah County prosecutors announced that Jesse Lee Calhoun, already accused in three other deaths, has now...
Trump Administration Targets Oregon Cities and Counties in Sanctuary Jurisdiction Crackdown
In a renewed push to enforce federal immigration laws, the Trump administration has named multiple Oregon jurisdictions as part of a nationwide list of so-called “sanctuary” areas. On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released an updated list of 35...
Convicted Sex Offender Arrested After Kidnapping 11-Year-Old Autistic Girl, Offering Her Meth Near Salem Park
SALEM, Ore. — Every parent’s worst nightmare became a horrifying reality Tuesday night in Salem, and it’s the kind of story that should make every Oregonian furious. Just after 5 p.m., the parents of an 11-year-old autistic girl reported her missing from their...
Man Arrested After Kidnapping Toddler, Strangling Grandfather at Eugene Park
A 55-year-old man was arrested Monday morning after allegedly attempting to abduct a toddler at Skinner Butte Park in Eugene, Oregon. Eugene Police responded to the park at 248 Cheshire Avenue around 10:11 a.m. on August 5 following multiple reports of a physical...
This Breathtaking Oregon Coast Road Trip Will Take You To 10 Of The Most Dramatic Natural Wonders
Thunderous waves carve secrets into sea caves, mist drapes ancient forests, and every cliff holds a legend waiting to be discovered.
American Eagle Under Fire for New Ad Featuring Trump Looking Hot in Jeans
President Donald J. Trump has once again ignited cultural warfare, this time by modeling jeans. The internet is melting down over American Eagle’s latest ad campaign, which features the sitting president reclined seductively in full denim with the tagline:“Donald...
Five Years Ago Today Was the Last Time Michael Bryson’s Parents Saw Him Alive
Editor’s Note: August 5, 2025 marks the five-year anniversary of the day Michael Bryson disappeared. This update includes new information gathered during a phone interview I conducted today with Michael’s parents, Tina and Parrish Bryson. It has been five years since...
McMenamins Now Serving THC Infused Seltzers at Oregon Locations Just in Time to Honor Jerry Garcia
McMenamins is turning up the vibes and the cannabinoids this August with the launch of two brand new THC infused seltzers, available now at their Oregon locations. The legendary Pacific Northwest chain, known for transforming historic buildings into beloved pubs,...
Eugene Police Asking For Help Finding Missing 13-Year-Old Girl, Who May Have Met Someone Online
UPDATE: Alivia Provencio has been located and is safe, according to Eugene Police. Thank you to everyone who shared and helped spread the word. EUGENE, Ore. — The Eugene Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 13-year-old girl who...