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Frank Gable, wrongfully convicted of murdering Oregon prison chief, gets $2M in compensation from state

PORTLAND, Ore. — The state of Oregon has offered to pay nearly $2 million to settle a wrongful murder conviction lawsuit in the case of Frank Gable, who spent nearly three decades in prison before he was exonerated. The decision to settle was made earlier this month. It includes...

Oregon · 2025-03-14
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Oregon Law Changes Mattress Recycling For the Better

A new law in Oregon is changing how consumers recycle their old or unwanted mattresses. Before the new law, residents would need to pay a fee when dropping off a mattress for recycling. Now, consumers pay a fee when they purchase the mattress, which funds access to free-to-use recycling programs across the state. St. Vincent de Paul provides the service to Lane County and have noted that the change has made a difference.

Oregon · 2025-03-14
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Severe Winter Storms to Impact Northern California and Southern Oregon

A series of strong weather systems are expected to impact Northern California and Southern Oregon through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Medford, Ore.

Northern California, CA · 2025-03-14
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Electrician in Eagle Point fends off attacker with pocket knife

EAGLE POINT, Ore. – An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed in an apparent case of self-defense Thursday morning. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO), deputies responded to a reported stabbing in the 2100 block of Rogue River Drive in Eagle Point just after 8:30 a.m.

Eagle Point, OR · 2025-03-13
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Oregon Meteorologists Just Throwing Darts at a Weather Map at This Point

Oregon meteorologists have officially given up. After a week that included sunshine, rain, and snow—sometimes all in the same afternoon—local weather forecasters admitted they are now just blindly throwing darts at a weather map and hoping for the best. “Look, we tried,” said That Oregon Life's chief meteorologist...

Oregon · 2025-03-13

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Stretch of Historic Columbia River Highway closed indefinitely

A portion of the Historic Columbia River Highway is closed between Larch Mountain Rd. and the Vista House, the Oregon Department of Transportation announced Wednesday.

Portland, OR · 2025-03-13

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Central Point police trespass man from park after ‘alarming behavior’ reported

Man has not been named or charged, police chief says; residents reveal uncomfortable encounters. Central Point police are encouraging residents to take extra precautions at city parks after a man was trespassed for aggressively approaching and following women and children. At least a dozen reports have appeared online related to...

Central Point, OR · 2025-03-14

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Oregon Youth Authority Director Joe O’Leary fired amid backlog of abuse reports, lawsuits

(This story was updated to include new information) Oregon Youth Authority Director Joe O'Leary was fired Wednesday by Gov. Tina Kotek amid a series of lawsuits against the agency and reports it had failed to properly investigate allegations of abuse, a spokesperson for the governor confirmed. O'Leary's termination comes about a month after Kotek placed him on paid administrative leave pending the results of a Department of Administrative Services investigation into the Professional Standards Office. O'Leary requested the investigation after an internal audit found the office's chief investigator had neglected more than 3,000 cases and almost a third of...

Oregon · 2025-03-13

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Two Earthquakes Rattle California In Less Than 3 Hours

California was rattled by a pair of earthquakes this Wednesday, according to the US Geological Survey.

California · 2025-03-12

KOIN 6 News

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2 Oregon waterfront hotels named among best in the U.S.: Newsweek

Newsweek recently released the results of its 2025 Readers' Choice Awards – naming two Oregon spots among the top 10 waterfront hotels in the United States.

Oregon · 2025-03-13

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West Coast is now foam foodware free, thanks to bans in California, Washington and Oregon

SAN DIEGO — The entire West Coast is now foam foodware free, thanks to a ban that went into effect at the beginning of the year. The only thing better than fresh, local seafood is when its also sustainably caught with a focus on keeping the environment healthy, according to AnaLeesia Tripp, general manager at Mitch’s Seafood in Point Loma.

San Diego, CA · 2025-03-13

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8 Mom-And-Pop Diners In Oregon That Are Totally Worth The Drive

Ever notice how the best meals come with a side of authenticity?. Oregon’s landscape isn’t just about majestic mountains and rugged coastlines—it’s dotted with culinary treasures hiding in plain sight. These mom-and-pop diners aren’t just serving food; they’re dishing out experiences that chain restaurants can only...

Oregon · 2025-03-13

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Oregon Youth Authority investigator failed to review thousands of cases, report finds

(This story has been updated to include new information) The former top investigator at the Oregon Youth Authority failed to review and finalize more than 3,000 investigations into abuse complaints and almost a third of all cases opened since 2018 remain incomplete, according to records the agency released Thursday. An internal audit in January led by Ken Jeske, an Oregon Department of Corrections administrator, found "significant" issues with OYA's Professional Standards Office, which investigates youth reports of abuse. The report prompted OYA director Joe O'Leary to schedule a meeting with Raymond Byrd, PSO's chief investigator, with the intent to...

Oregon · 2025-03-13

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Oregon & Northern California Winter Storm: Up to 36 Inches of Snow, 50 MPH Winds Through Saturday

Medford, OR – A powerful winter storm is bringing heavy snow and strong winds to Northern California and Southern Oregon, making travel hazardous through Saturday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning and Winter Storm Watch for the region, with significant snowfall expected at higher elevations.

Northern California, CA · 2025-03-13

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One person seriously injured in high-speed rollover crash in Grants Pass

GRANTS PASS, Ore. – One person is in the hospital with serious injuries after a high-speed rollover in Grants Pass Wednesday night. According to Rural Metro Fire, the crash happened just before 9:30 p.m. near Leonard Road and Jenkins Avenue. Police say the vehicle rolled over, crashed through a fence, and came to rest in a nearby field.

Grants Pass, OR · 2025-03-13

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Guard Prepares for Southern Border Mission

MARCH 13, 2025 – The Oregon National Guard’s 1249th Engineer Battalion is preparing for a year-long mobilization to support security operations along the U.S. southern border. The mission will begin Oct. 1, according to Maj. Christopher Campbell, the battalion’s operations officer. “We’ll be providing a battalion or...

Oregon · 2025-03-13

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Red flag laws are increasingly being used to protect gun owners in crisis

Adriana Pentz’s brother could be alive today. In 2017, Luc-John Pentz was 30 years old and starting to struggle, burdened by life’s stressors and trying to cope by leaning heavily on alcohol. Adriana soon found out he had purchased a gun months earlier. Of her three siblings, she had the most in common with Luc […]

Indiana · 2025-03-13