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Storms to hit Pacific Northwest, bringing snow to Cascades and strong winds to coast

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — After a relatively dry couple of weeks, storms will move across the Pacific Northwest beginning Tuesday night. "This series of storm systems will provide the Cascades and foothills with the most significant snow we've seen since mid-February," Storm Tracker 2 Meteorologist Rhonda Shelby said. A...

Portland, OR · 2025-03-11

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Oregon, California universities in limbo after federal funding threats over DEI

Since the Feb. 14 letter, universities and colleges have struggled with knowing how to respond to the letter, which threatens federal funding. Oregon’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission and the attorneys general of Oregon and California have provided some guidance, but how this plays out is still unclear. Colleges and...

Oregon · 2025-03-10

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Oregon AG Rayfield issues new guidance to schools regarding DEI in education

BEND, Ore. -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield released new guidance Monday for schools regarding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) programs. It's a response to the U.S. Department of Education's "Dear Colleague" letter sent to districts across the country, demanding an end to all DEI programs. A coalition of...

Oregon · 2025-03-10

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"Second Winter" incoming for parts of Northern Oregon, Southern Washington: Rain, Snow, Thunderstorm

Portland and Vancouver are bracing for a change in weather as an active and unpredictable pattern sets in this week, according to the National Weather Service in Portland, Ore.

Portland, OR · 2025-03-11

KOIN 6 News

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Body found in Fern Ridge Reservoir in Lane County

A body was recovered from the Fern Ridge Reservoir in Lane County on March 8.

Lane County, OR · 2025-03-10

KOIN 6 News

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PHOTO: Car engulfed in flames on Highway 30 in Northwest Portland

Crews responded to a fire that engulfed a car in flames near Highway 30 on Monday afternoon, but the cause and details of the vehicle are unknown.

Portland, OR · 2025-03-10

Washington State Standard

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BPA announces intention to split with California and join new Southwest energy market

The nonprofit federal administration that provides one-third of the Northwest’s electricity is preparing to part ways with its current Western energy market and sell its excess energy to companies and electric cooperatives as far away as Louisiana. Bonneville Power Administration officials announced in a draft policy proposal released Wednesday that they intend to leave the […]

California · 2025-03-10

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Man who threatened OR senator in 2019 faces 50 harassment charges in separate incident

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A man previously arrested by the FBI for threatening Oregon Senator Ron Wyden in 2019 will appear in court today, facing 50 charges of harassment. James Arthur Sickler, 59 and from Beaverton, was charged with 50 charges of "telephonic harassment" on March 10, 2025. At...

Beaverton, OR · 2025-03-11

Statesman Journal

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Polk County restaurant inspections: Dried teriyaki sauce, lukewarm jalapenos

ABOUT RESTAURANT INSPECTIONS The following is a snapshot of the inspections conducted by the Polk County health department. Twice annually, licensed restaurants receive unannounced inspections that focus on food temperatures, food preparation practices, worker hygiene, dishwashing and sanitizing, and equipment and facility cleanliness. Violations: Scores are based on a 100-point scale. Priority violations deduct 5 points, and priority foundation violations deduct 3 points. Violations recorded on consecutive inspections result in point deductions being doubled. Scoring: Scores of 70 or higher are considered compliant. Restaurants scoring below 70 must be re-inspected within 30 days or face closure or other administrative...

Polk County, OR · 2025-03-11

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BPA announces intention to split with California and join new Southwest energy market

California · 2025-03-10

People

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Woman Captures the Perfect Photo of a Seagull, Not Realizing What's Happening Behind Her (Exclusive)

Katie Tucker and Elijah Fulkerson met when they were 16

Oregon · 2025-03-10

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Oregon State Parks to hire hundreds of rangers and ranger assistants

First wave of openings expected along the coast from Washburne to Cape Lookout, the Willamette Valley, the Columbia River Gorge, and Eastern Oregon. Oregon State Parks will hire more than 200 seasonal Rangers and Ranger Assistants for positions across the state for the 2025 season. Hiring starts as soon as...

Oregon · 2025-03-10

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Dane Paulsen: Search for missing Oregon toddler enters 2nd week

SILETZ, Ore. - The search for a missing toddler has entered a second week in Oregon. Dane Paulsen was reported missing around 4:25 p.m. March 1, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office said. Members of the sheriff's office and fire and police agencies searched the property and surrounding areas on foot and with drones with thermal imaging equipment Saturday, the sheriff's office said in a statement on social media.

Oregon · 2025-03-10

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Car recovered from Portland river in family-of-five disappearance case from 67 years ago

The Martin family had mysteriously disappeared from the Portland area after taking a day trip to the mountains ahead of Christmas in 1958

Portland, OR · 2025-03-10

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Attorney General Dan Rayfield Joins Coalition To Support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Accessibility In Education

Salem, OR — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield has joined a coalition of 15 state attorneys general in issuing new guidance to help K-12 schools, colleges, and universities navigate the complexities of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) initiatives in education. The guidance comes in response to recent concerns...

Oregon · 2025-03-10

KOIN 6 News

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Oregon sees highest unemployment rate since 2021

Oregon’s unemployment rate is up 0.3% since January of 2024, reaching the highest levels since September of 2021, according to the Oregon Employment Department.

Oregon · 2025-03-10

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After 128 Years in Office, Ron Wyden Finally Tackles Oregon’s Wagon Wheel Crisis

After 128 years in office, Senator Ron Wyden has announced a bold new infrastructure plan to finally address Oregon’s long-standing wagon wheel crisis. Speaking to reporters from the steps of the U.S. Capitol, Wyden promised that his long-awaited Wagon Wheel Modernization Act would provide “much-needed relief for the good people of Oregon who still rely on wooden spoke technology.”

Oregon · 2025-03-09