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 now doing everything she can to delay putting pen to paper, a move critics say is designed to silence Oregon voters before they can push back. House Bill 3991, which raises billions through gas taxes, payroll taxes, and higher...
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.
Senate Approval Advances Protection For “Oregon’s Grand Canyon”
Towering rocks that look like a honeycomb, scrubby brush and plants that exist nowhere else on earth, and a sense of awe are what greet you when you step into the spectacular Owyhee Canyonlands. It’s our job to protect this magical place for future generations.
This Family-Owned Gem in Oregon Serves Irresistible East Coast-Style Italian Cuisine
Cozy and nostalgic, DeNicola’s is a throwback to the East coast Italian-American diners of decades past. It’s unpretentious, inviting, and exactly what you want when craving comfort food.
Are You Ready For The “Big One?” Most Oregon Highways Will Be Knocked Out
Are you prepared for grocery stores to be empty? For roads into and out of your area to be so damaged that travel by road will likely be impossible for months, or potentially even years afterwards?
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!
This Restaurant In Oregon’s Wine Country Will Transport You Straight To Spain
For a taste of Spain with a Northwest twist, La Rambla stands out as a go-to spot in McMinnville. La Rambla Restaurant & Bar is a culinary treasure in McMinnville, right in the heart of Oregon’s...
Become a Gourmet Chef at This Unique Farm-to-Table Cooking School in Oregon
Ready to learn, laugh, and feast? This is a food adventure, and at the end of the night, you may find it hard to leave.
You’ll Find Some of the Best Sandwiches in Oregon at This Quaint Coastal Market
Bungalow Market & Deli in North Bend is the local go-to spot for those in the know when it comes to killer sandwiches. Tucked away in what might seem like an unassuming little market, this place...
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 slopes transform into a dazzling, glowing party you won’t want to...
Search Suspended for Missing Hiker in Mt. Hood National Forest
After an extensive four-day effort, the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has suspended its search and rescue operations for Susan Lane-Fournier, a 61-year-old hiker who disappeared in the Mt. Hood National Forest near Welches. Lane-Fournier, who also goes by...
Efforts Intensify to Locate Missing Woman and Dogs in Mt. Hood Forest
The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office is ramping up efforts to locate 61-year-old Susan Lane-Fournier, who disappeared while hiking with her two dogs in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Lane-Fournier, who is also known as “Phoenix,” was reported missing after she failed...
Green Friday in Oregon: Hike and Fish for Free After Thanksgiving
This year, swap the chaos of Black Friday sales for the serenity of Oregon’s great outdoors. "Green Friday" returns, offering a perfect excuse to lace up your hiking boots, grab your fishing gear, and reconnect with nature. On the day after Thanksgiving, Oregon State...
Faulty GPS Directions Strand 20 Vehicles on Road in Eastern Oregon
More than a dozen drivers found themselves stranded on a snowy and treacherous road in northeast Oregon after following GPS directions that led them astray, as reported by KOIN. The incident unfolded on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, and required hours of rescue...
Oregon Adds First Scenic Bikeway in Seven Years, the 18th in the State
Oregon has expanded its network of scenic bikeways with the official designation of the Aufderheide Scenic Bikeway, as reported by The Oregonian. This 60-mile route traverses Lane County along Aufderheide Drive, connecting Oregon Route 126 and Oregon Route 58....
Brookings Becomes Latest Oregon Coast Town to Ban Beach Camping
Brookings has joined the growing list of Oregon coastal towns where camping on the beach is officially prohibited, following a decision by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Commission. The new rule, approved on Wednesday, will take effect on December 1, 2024. This rule...
Bomb Cyclone Hits the Northwest Hard with Fatalities and Half a Million Without Power
A powerful storm system swept across the northwestern United States, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread disruptions. Dubbed a "bomb cyclone" due to its rapid intensification, the storm caused power outages across multiple states, downed trees, and...
This Old Fashioned Store Is a Treasure Trove of History in Oregon
This cozy little store is filled to the brim with charm, and sits just a minute down the road from the historic Grave Creek covered bridge.
Bomb Cyclone to Slam Oregon and the West Coast With Winds Up to 70 mph
The West Coast is bracing for a powerful bomb cyclone that promises to deliver hurricane-force winds, torrential rain, and feet of snow to Oregon, Northern California, and Washington. This rare weather event is set to unleash its fury beginning Tuesday, November 19,...