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BODYCAM: SHERIFF’S DEPUTY OBSERVES THEFT IN PROGRESS AT WHITE CITY 7-11, STOLEN VEHICLE ELUDES, CRASHES; KLAMATH FALLS JUVENILES DETAINED DURING CRIME SPREE
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputies detained four juveniles early Wednesday morning after they crashed a stolen vehicle during an elude outside Eagle Point. At 1:29 a.m., a JCSO deputy observed subjects with a case of alcoholic beverages running out of the White City 7-11 market to a green 2004 Toyota 4Runner. The vehicle eluded as deputies attempted to stop it.
Bonanza hits 100% graduation rate
Five KCSD high schools boast 2023 grad rates above 90%; overall district rate steady. Five high schools in the Klamath County School District boasted graduation rates above 90% in 2023 and one of those – Bonanza Junior/Senior High School – hit a perfect graduation rate of 100%. The...
BINET arrests Klamath Falls resident for distribution of Fentanyl
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, members of the Basin Interagency Narcotics Enforcement Team (BINET), arrested Klamath Falls resident Ashley K. CHILDRESS (37), regarding CHILDRESS distributing Fentanyl in Klamath Falls since 2023. Since the investigation began, BINET served search warrants and conducted searches at multiple locations in Klamath Falls. Seized directly from CHILDRESS during the investigation was approximately 1,075.6 grams (2.32 pounds) of Fentanyl, approximately 258.9 grams (.57 pound) of Methamphetamine, 30 counterfeit oxycodone M30 tablets containing Fentanyl, thirty-three (33) firearms, and United States Currency believed to be proceeds of sales of Fentanyl.
KCC honors teen for citizenship and giving spirit
KLAMATH FALLS — Mason Rice, 13, was recently invited to Klamath Community College for a special meeting with the school president and mascot Baxter the Badger in recognition of his upstanding citizenship efforts during the Christmas season. In December, Rice decided to utilize his rewards dollars earned at Ponderosa...
Applications open for two KCSD Budget Committee positions
Klamath County School District has two openings on its budget committee. The budget committee works with the KCSD Board of Directors to review and approve the district’s annual budget. Applicants must reside within Klamath County School District boundaries. The following positions are open:. Position 1: Chiloquin/Gilchrist Zone. Appointment expires...
Fatalities Continue On Highway 97 As New Crash Claims Life Of Passenger From La Pine
Deschutes County, Ore 19 Jan 24- On Friday, January 19, 2024, at 12:21 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 97, at the intersection with Hwy 31, in Klamath County. The preliminary investigation indicated a southbound Chevrolet Trail Blazer, operated by Marveen Louise Cloud (87) of...
LARGE RV FIRE CLOSES HWY 140 EAST OF KLAMATH FALLS
A large RV fire closes Hwy 140 east at mile post 12 in Klamath County for several hours. Klamath County Fire District 1, along with Bonanza Fire Department and Kingsley Field Fire Department battled a fire in a large RV approximately 10 Miles east of Klamath Falls. The RV was in transit to Klamath Falls, when smoke and flames where seen coming out of the back tire area. The driver pulled over and attempted to extinguish the fire, but was unable too. The fire loss is estimated to be over $250,000. No injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.
New Bubble Tea Bar Promises Unique Experience and Community Impact
Klamath Falls — Garrett & Jessica Steensland along with their 10 year old daughter Miura, proud owners of Bubble Break Boba Bar, are excited to announce the grand opening of their innovative lounge-style establishment. With a mission to provide a refreshing and nonalcoholic environment for families, youth, and the young-at-heart, Bubble Break Boba Bar aims to be the go-to destination for a unique drink experience.
MADGE TRAFFIC STOP YIELDS 105 POUNDS OF METH AND 12 POUNDS OF FENTANYL
On the evening of Tuesday, January 16, members of the Medford Area Drug and Gang Enforcement team (MADGE) intercepted a vehicle along I-5 outside of Ashland, Oregon. MADGE investigators had received information of the vehicle transporting large amounts of narcotics in our area. With the assistance of the Oregon State Police and the Illegal Marijuana Enforcement Team (IMET), investigators stopped the vehicle and Medford Police K9 “Bodie” alerted to the presence of narcotics. A search warrant was obtained, and a search of the vehicle yielded 105 pounds of methamphetamine and 12 pounds of fentanyl.
1 Person Killed in Yet Another Fatal Crash on Highway 97 – KLAMATH COUNTY
Klamath County, Ore 17 Jan 2024 – On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 6:28 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a commercial motor vehicle versus pickup crash on Hwy 97, near milepost 197, in Klamath County. The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound GMC pickup, operated by Michael Randolph Lasley...
FATAL CRASH KILLING 5 PEOPLE ON HWY 97 – KLAMATH COUNTY
Klamath County, Ore 17 Jan 2024 – On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 9:45 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a commercial motor vehicle versus passenger vehicle crash on Hwy 97, near milepost 193, in Klamath County. The preliminary investigation indicated a Chrysler Pacifica, operated by Juan Ochoa Bravo...
SOUTHERN OREGON HOSPITAL SYSTEM AND PHYSICIAN AGREE TO PAY $430,000 TO SETTLE HEALTH CARE FRAUD ALLEGATIONS
PORTLAND, Ore.—The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon announced today that Asante Health System, a southern Oregon healthcare corporation, and one of its physicians, have agreed to pay $430,000 to settle allegations that the company and its physician knowingly submitted false claims for payment for certain cardiothoracic surgeries to Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Military Appreciation Night at Henley
Henley High School will honor veterans and active duty military Thursday, Jan. 18, during the varsity Hornets versus Vikings basketball games at Henley High School. During Military Appreciation Night, all veterans and their families receive free admission to the girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball games and thank you cards with coupons for the concession stand.
SNOW REMOVAL DOWNTOWN CORE
KLAMATH FALLS, OR – January 15, 2024. Streets Division crews will start snow event clean up and will be working in the downtown core beginning at midnight January 16, 2024 pulling snow from the curbs and placing it in the middle of the road on Main Street. and Klamath...
KCSO Finds Missing Person Deceased Near Chiloquin. Dog Found Safe
Corey Lane Alexander was located this afternoon by searchers approximately 1 ½ miles from where his vehicle had been located two days prior. Regretfully, Mr. Alexander was found deceased. Near noon today, searchers located footprints in the snow in an area not previously searched. Along with the prints were...
Regional Travel Alert: Major Ice Storm Expected Tuesday Between South Eugene and Portland To Columbia River Gorge
A new major ice storm is brewing for areas from Eugene to Portland and Columbia River Gorge. Anyone with travel plans should consider a reschedule if at all possible. This could be a life threatening storm with large area power outages in the region. This new storm is on top of the recent ice storm that already impacted the area over last weekend.
KCSO Searching For Missing Person And Dog Near Chiloquin
At 10:00pm on Saturday night, the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a person believed to be missing in the area of the Williamson River Highway and the Forest Service Road 45. This area is approximately 10 miles NE of Chiloquin, OR. Reportedly missing is Corey ALEXANDER, a 54-year-old man and his 1-year-old chocolate Labrador retriever. The initial report indicated a friend and sometimes roommate observed Mr. Alexander a couple of miles from his cabin, before the snow storm, however he didn’t speak with him and couldn’t remember the exact date or time he actually saw him.
Spectrum Outage In Klamath Falls Leaves Residents And Businesses With Limited Communications
Spectrum services in Klamath Falls have been down for many customers since the early morning hours Sunday. Internet, TV, and phone services are down. Danielle Dunn a communications director with Spectrum told us the outage is due to a damaged fiber optic line that belongs to a third party. “Damage...
Klamath Falls Police department learn of reported threat to KU High School
On the morning of January 16, 2023, Klamath Falls Police Department learned of a report of a threat towards Klamath Union High School. It was reported that an unknown person in a Klamath Union High School 2025 Snapchat group chat, posted a statement of violence involving a firearm for January 11. Officers and detectives from the Klamath Falls Police Department in conjunction with the school administration, provided uniform and non-uniform personnel to be present inside and outside the school to assure the safety of the students.
SNOW REMOVAL DOWNTOWN CORE
KLAMATH FALLS, OR – January 10, 2024. Streets Division crews will start snow event clean up and will be working in the downtown core beginning at midnight tonight pulling snow from the curbs and placing it in the middle of the road on Main Street and Klamath Avenue. Snow...
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