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Falls fire destroys buildings in eastern Oregon; 10 other large wildfires burn throughout the state
The Falls fire near the town of Burns has grown to 91,269 acres and destroyed 23 structures since it started last Wednesday, according to a statement from Falls Fire 2024, an official information source about the fire provided by state and federal agencies. The wildfire, about 13 miles north of...
Critical Fire Danger for PNW: Red Flag Warning in Effect
The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning and a heat advisory for much of Eastern Washington and the lower Columbia Basin of Oregon. A Red Flag Warning means warm temperatures, extremely low humidities, and stronger winds combine together producing a greater risk of fire danger.
Brothers from Oregon plead guilty for role in Jan. 6 riot at US Capitol
PORTLAND, Ore. — Two brothers from Oregon pleaded guilty to felony and misdemeanor charges for their role in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Jonathanpeter Allen Klein, 24, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to one count of civil disorder and one count of assaulting, resisting or impeding certain officers.
US VA Secretary Speaks In Oregon On Preventing Veteran Suicide
PORTLAND, OR -- The U.S. Veterans Affairs Secretary is in Oregon this week, for a national VA and Department of Defense Suicide Prevention Conference. Around 2400 mental health experts and veterans advocates are meeting through Thursday at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. This is the first time the biennial conference has come to Oregon. "This is the largest ever gathering of VA and Department of Defense mental health professionals to focus on this crisis of active duty and veteran suicide," says VA Secretary Denis McDonough. "
Oregon lawmakers urge Biden to invest in affordable housing after Grants Pass decision
After the U.S. Supreme Court's decision allowing the City of Grants Pass to enforce a camping ban, two Oregon lawmakers are leading an effort urging the Biden administration to invest in affordable housing to address homelessness.
Copeland Wins Night Two of WST/SCCT Speedweek
COOS BAY, OR (July 16, 2024) — Roseville’s Colby Copeland started from the pole and dominated the main event en route to his fourth career SCCT victory on Tuesday night at Coos Bay Speedway. In doing so, the driver of the Van Lare Steering Repair No. 5v machine...
Recent shootings in Eugene appear tied to death of a 16-year-old boy
Police in Eugene say they have been working to minimize acts of retaliation between two groups of individuals connected to the death of a 16-year-old boy in downtown Eugene. Young men and juveniles described as groups of teenagers or young adults appear to be on either side of the conflict and both sides were armed, according to a Wednesday release from the Eugene Police Department.
Eugene housing plan hits legal roadblock as appeals board rejects latest proposal
The Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA) said Eugene's new housing rules, which allowed more duplexes and townhouses in single-family areas, still don't meet state requirements for planning infrastructure. The Eugene City Council passed rules allowing middle housing, such as duplexes and townhouses, in single-family zones, in 2022. The...
5 FIRE STARTS CONFIRMED IN THE DOUGLAS DISTRICT
5 fire starts have been confirmed in the Douglas District following late afternoon lightning storms on Tuesday. A release from the Douglas Forest Protective Association said the storms swept across the district at around 5:00 p.m. Public Information Officer Rachel Pope said strikes were recorded from Glendale to Elkton on the west side of the district and from Tiller to the north of Glide on the east side. Pope said DFPA immediately initiated aerial and ground lightning reconnaissance.
Don Johnson Jr., former high school football coach, Ducks recruiting coordinator dies
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - A former Portland area high school football coach, as well as an Oregon Ducks football recruiting director, Don Johnson Jr., has died at the age of 49. His son, a collegiate wide receiver who last played at UT Martin, confirmed the news via social media on Tuesday morning.
Oregon Ducks land massive predictions to get commitment from 5-star safety
The coming days are going to be massively important for Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks on the recruiting front, and it appears that we could be in for some fireworks. A pair of 5-star safeties are scheduled to announce their commitments this week, with DJ Pickett making it official on Wednesday, July 17, and Trey McNutt announcing on Friday, July 19. On Tuesday, a pair of predictions came in for Pickett, the No. 6 overall player in the 2025 class, to ultimately choose the Ducks. On3’s Steve Wiltfong logged a prediction with a 60% confidence rating, while 247Sports’ Tom Loy put...
Rogue Community College Seeks $60.3 Million Bond to Enhance Educational Programs and Infrastructure
The Rogue Community College (RCC) Board of Education has unanimously voted to place a $60.3 million bond measure on the November 2024 ballot for Jackson and Josephine counties. This proposal is set to drive a host of improvements across RCC campuses, ensuring that the institution can better serve its community and meet the growing demand for skilled workers.
'I’m just devastated': Wind storms causes tree to fall into Central Point home
CENTRAL POINT, Ore. – Wendy Lapointe’s home is destroyed after wind storms caused a tree to fall into her home, leading to the roof caving in. Monday evening, Lapointe said she and her partner were watching television when they started hearing loud gusts of wind outside. Within minutes, the tree fell into her home.
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