Central Oregon's future appears brighter with investments from the state's 2025-2027 budget, according to local legislators. Funds will improve public services like safety, mental health, and healthcare.

A missing 75-year-old man in Portland was found by the Washington County Sheriff's Office using a Project Lifesaver bracelet after falling into a ravine.

The J.H. Baxter site in Eugene, Oregon has been added to the Superfund list, leading to collaboration between EPA and DEQ for cleanup and community health protection.

Medford is getting a new sports park with playgrounds, courts, a Vietnam War Memorial, increased parking, and plans for a large pickleball facility, expected to be ready by 2026.

Lauren Johnson was named the new chief of Portland Fire & Rescue, transitioning from her role at the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department, set to start August 18.

Four individuals are charged with crimes, including arson and assaulting a federal officer, following protests at an ICE office in South Portland.

The Gresham Fire Department has imposed a burn ban due to a heatwave, covering several areas, including a prohibition on various fire-related activities until fall.

Oregon AG leads states suing Trump administration for illegally sharing health data with DHS, claiming it creates fear among immigrants using healthcare.

Hassan M. Muse, 26, was arrested following a downtown Portland shooting on July 1, facing charges of second-degree murder and weapon use. Police seek witnesses as the investigation continues.

Portland Police arrested a 17-year-old girl and a 37-year-old woman following a shooting investigation, seizing two guns, one with an illegal modification. No injuries were reported from the incident.

Medford has lane closures for road maintenance, affecting travel on Table Rock Road, Merriman Road, W. Main Street, and Stewart Avenue from 2 am to 4 pm today. Traffic control measures are in place.

Oregon AG leads a multi-state legal action against Trump administration’s cuts to public humanities funding, aiming to restore NEH support for state humanities councils.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed Executive Order 25-09 banning cell phones in public K-12 schools to improve student mental health and academic performance.