Oregon Pays $925,000 to Man Wrongfully Imprisoned for Murder for 11 Years
Oregon has agreed to pay $925,000 to a man who spent more than a decade behind bars for a crime he did not commit, a case that is now being cited as one of the state’s most significant wrongful conviction settlements. Philip Scott Cannon was formally granted a certificate of innocence this week, closing a legal chapter that began with a triple homicide investigation more than 25 years ago. Cannon, a Salem resident, was wrongfully convicted in the 1998 murders of three people at a rural mobile...
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.
Oregon Caves National Monument Starts Starry New Chapter As Dark Sky Park
Oregon Caves isn’t just about underground adventures in the famed “Marble Halls of Oregon.” Now it’s also a haven for experiencing the magic of an unspoiled night sky—a rarity in today’s light-polluted world.
Video Shows Close Call as Woman Nearly Swept Away by King Tide on Oregon Coast
A woman visiting Cannon Beach had a harrowing encounter with the ocean on Thursday when she was nearly swept out to sea by a King Tide. The Cannon Beach Police Department released a video of the...
The Widest Covered Bridge In Oregon Is A Hidden Gem Worth The Detour
Hit by a truck, re-built, given a roof and then raised up to avoid a flood, the Lowell Covered Bridge in Oregon has stood the test of time and is a great spot to visit today.
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!
Locals Swear by This This Humble Mexican Taqueria for Some of the Most Authentic Street Tacos in Oregon
I’ll be the first to admit it—I’m obsessed with street tacos. There’s something magical about that perfect bite of tender meat, fresh toppings, and a warm tortilla that can literally turn a sad day...
A Roadside Stop at This Iconic Oregon Coast Crab Shack Led to the Best Fish and Chips
With seafood so fresh you can taste the ocean, this down-to-earth crab shack should absolutely be at the top of your to do list. Buoy’s Best is a simple spot with unbeatable freshness, great service, and the kind of charm that only a local favorite can deliver.
These Giant Cinnamon Rolls Are Putting a Small Oregon Bakery on the Map
If you’ve ever driven down I-5 between Eugene and Cottage Grove, you may have seen the giant billboards advertising the Creswell Bakery. You may have even brushed these off as a marketing gimmick,...
15 Oregon Police Cars Torched in Overnight Fire
Portland, Oregon, has been grappling with increasing disorder in recent years, a narrative underscored by a recent incident at a northeastern police training facility. In the early hours of Thursday morning, a deliberate act of arson resulted in at least 15 police...
Discover Serenity at Crater Lake Resort, Just Minutes from the National Park
I feel incredibly fortunate to have grown up in Oregon, a state teeming with remarkable natural sites to explore. Regardless of where you reside in Oregon, you're typically just 30 minutes away from a great outdoor adventure. Despite spending many years here, it was...
An Oregon Coast Inn Has Earned a Spot in the 15 Best Beach Resorts in the US
The Stephanie Inn, situated along the picturesque Oregon coast, has earned yet another distinction to enhance its prestigious reputation. This 42-room haven in Cannon Beach is the sole establishment from the Pacific Northwest to be recognized in Travel+Leisure's...
An Online Child Predator Catcher Leads to 24 Arrests in Albany, Oregon
In Albany, Oregon, a recent operation led by an independent online activist resulted in the arrest of 24 individuals on charges linked to endangering minors. Operating under the alias "Tim Johnson" and using the Facebook group People vs. Preds, the activist has been...
This Southern Oregon Waterfall Makes For The Perfect Summer Hike
Forest bathe while you enjoy the sounds of gently cascading water, and a gorgeous waterfall that cascades down over mossy rocks and boulders.
The Beloved PDX Carpet is Back, Rolled Out in Main Terminal
Earlier this week, the Portland International Airport made a buzzworthy announcement that it was installing a section of the iconic carpet that travelers have revered for over 25 years. This welcoming news comes in the midst of a major remodeling effort to update the...
‘Unthinkable Act’: Man Allegedly Kills 18,000 Salmon by Pouring Bleach in Hatchery
In Douglas County, Oregon, a devastating incident at a fish hatchery resulted in the death of nearly 18,000 young Chinook salmon due to a man's deliberate act of pouring bleach into their tank. The accused, 20-year-old Joshua Heckathorn from Gardiner, allegedly...
In-N-Out Burger Eyes Vancouver for Its Second Washington Drive-Thru
In Vancouver, Washington, In-N-Out Burger is advancing its expansion strategy in the Pacific Northwest by proposing a new location. The Columbian initially reported that the popular California-based fast food chain had filed a preliminary commercial development...
Man From California Falls 300 Feet to Death While Hiking North of Brookings
On a somber Sunday, a heartbreaking tragedy unfolded along the rugged southern coast of Oregon when a 69-year-old man, Richard Ehrhart from San Jose, California, tragically lost his life after falling more than 300 feet during a hike. While hiking near Natural Bridge,...
From G-Strings to Chicken Wings: Chick-Fil-A to Open in a Former Portland Strip Club
In a surprising twist that sounds more like the punchline of a joke than real estate news, a Chick-fil-A is eyeing a spot that's currently shaking things up as a strip club in Portland's Hazelwood neighborhood. Yes, you heard it right—where there were once disco balls...