Wildfire Smoke Pushes Portland to Fifth-Worst Air Quality in the World
Portland residents woke up Tuesday to a familiar and unwelcome sign of Oregon’s intense wildfire season: a hazy skyline, muted views of the surrounding hills, and the smell of smoke hanging in the air. By Tuesday afternoon, Portland’s air quality had deteriorated enough to rank fifth-worst among the major cities being tracked by IQAir at that time. The city’s AQI⁺ reading reached 156, placing conditions firmly in the “unhealthy” category. Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the...
THINGS TO DO & EVENTS
Festivals, concerts, seasonal celebrations, and memorable Oregon adventures worth putting on your calendar.Fresh ideas for getting out and enjoying Oregon, from upcoming community events to unforgettable places and experiences around the state.
Celebrate Christmas Under A Million Lights At Glow Eugene 2024
A million glowing lights, visits with Santa, good food, and great photo opportunities – this is one Christmas event you don’t want to miss this year!
8 Oregon Towns That Feel Like A Hallmark Movie During The Holidays
If you’re dreaming of twinkling lights, charming festivities, and cozy holiday vibes straight out of a Hallmark movie, Oregon has you covered. These adorable Oregon towns go all out to capture the...
Cosmic Tubing Returns to Mt. Hood Skibowl for Winter 2024
Oregon’s winter wonderland is back, and with it comes an electrifying event that has become a hallmark of seasonal fun: Cosmic Tubing at Mt. Hood Skibowl! Starting yesterday, November 29, 2024, the...
Portland Erects Massive Tina Kotek Statue to Recognize Her ‘Impressive Rise’ to Sixth Most Unpopular Governor in America
A towering new monument debuted this week in Portland’s Kenton neighborhood, and city leaders say it commemorates one of Oregon’s most “remarkable recent achievements.” Standing a proud 31 feet tall...
Experts Say Americans May Still Be Able To Drive This Summer If They Replace Luxuries Like Food With Gasoline
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A team of leading economic experts released a hopeful report Tuesday suggesting that millions of Americans may still be able to drive their cars this summer, provided they make a...
Springfield 24-Hour Spa Insists Green Water Is For St. Patrick’s Day, Not Whatever’s Been Brewing Since 2009
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Staff at a local 24-hour soaking spa say the noticeably green color of their hot tub water this week is completely intentional and absolutely related to St. Patrick’s Day,...
FOOD & DRINK
Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
In-N-Out Is Coming To The Portland Area, But Traffic Might Be The Bigger Story
If you’ve driven through Tanasbourne lately, you’ve probably noticed it taking shape. The long-awaited In-N-Out Burger in Hillsboro is nearly finished, and for a lot of Oregonians, that means one...
New Portland Eatery Lets Guests Cook Their Own Meal Over Shared Barrel Fire For Added Authenticity
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what city officials are calling “a bold step forward for Portland’s ever-evolving culinary scene,” a new open-air dining concept has officially launched this week, offering...
New Brazillian Steakhouse In Tigard Is Giving More Meat Than You Can Handle
Fair warning… this is not the kind of place you go when you’re trying to “be good.” Fogo de Chão has officially opened at Bridgeport Village in the old McCormick & Schmicks building (RIP),...
One Person Dies After Sneaker Wave Pulls Them Out to Sea Near Siletz Bay
UPDATE: There are now conflicting details regarding Sunday’s tragic ocean incident near Siletz Bay in Lincoln City. KGW initially reported that the person who died was a surfer caught in a current and pulled out to sea. However, other outlets, including OregonLive,...
Here’s Everywhere “No Kings” Protests Are Happening Across Oregon Today
Thousands of Oregonians are gathering today, Saturday, October 18, for another round of “No Kings” protests—part of a national movement taking place in hundreds of U.S. cities.Organizers say more than 60 events are happening across Oregon, stretching from the Portland...
Thousands Expected to Rally Across Oregon for the No Kings Movement This Saturday
In Oregon, members of the No Kings movement are organizing rallies across the state on Saturday, October 18, 2025, as part of what they call the second round of nationwide events. The movement’s first large-scale demonstration took place on June 14 of this year. In...
Kotek Stalls Her Own Tax Hike Bill to Block Voters From Fighting Back
Governor Tina Kotek says she’s “getting the job done,” but apparently that job doesn’t include signing her own billion-dollar tax hike bill anytime soon. After rushing Oregon lawmakers into a special session to pass her massive transportation funding package, Kotek is...
Chick-fil-A Is Opening Six New Restaurants Across Oregon by 2027
Chick-fil-A is doubling down on its Oregon presence with plans to open six new locally owned and operated restaurants across the state by early 2027, creating more than 600 new jobs. Following a busy summer opening in Lake Oswego, the next wave of growth begins...
September Patrols Lead To 26 Arrests In Ongoing Sex Trafficking Crackdown In Portland
A month of police patrols in Northeast Portland led to multiple arrests in a targeted sex trafficking crackdown, while advocates connected 18 victims to support.
Oregon’s Mountain Passes Brace for Up to Six Inches of Snow
Winter is making an early appearance across Oregon’s Cascade Range this week, bringing several inches of fresh snow and slick mountain roads. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory extending from southwest Washington down to Oakridge in Lane...
Students Claim Roseburg High Is Threatening Suspensions After Walkout Over Transgender Using Female Locker Room
ROSEBURG, Ore. — Dozens of students and parents gathered outside Roseburg High School on Friday afternoon around 1 p.m. during eighth period in a walkout centered around transgender rights and student privacy. The demonstration was organized after reports surfaced...
In-N-Out Offering Complimentary Meals This Veterans Day
It’s not every day In-N-Out Burger gives you an excuse to skip cooking and grab a free Double-Double, but Veterans Day is one of them. This year on Monday, November 11, In-N-Out is showing its appreciation by offering a completely free meal to all U.S. Veterans and...
Mark Your Calendar for the Return of Oregon Coast’s Massive King Tides This November
Ever wonder what it’s like when the ocean decides to reclaim a bit more of Oregon? Picture driving through Depoe Bay, the waves surging high enough to cross the highway, sending seawater streaming past businesses and over parking lots. It’s not a storm surge or a...