Federal Funding Headed to Southern Oregon Airports
Several Southern Oregon airports, including Medford, Grants Pass, Ashland, and Klamath Falls, are set to receive federal funding as part of a more than $27 million statewide investment aimed at improving aviation infrastructure. Projects include runway and taxiway resurfacing, lighting upgrades, pavement rehabilitation, and safety enhancements designed to support emergency response, business travel, and regional connectivity across Southern Oregon and nearby coastal communities.
Murder Charge Filed in Grants Pass Shooting
A suspect has been arrested following a fatal shooting in Grants Pass on Wednesday evening that left one person dead and another injured. Officers responded to the 800 block of NE E Street, where two victims were found with gunshot wounds. An 18-year-old male later died at the hospital, while a second victim survived. Authorities located the suspect hours later in a Jackson County hotel room and took him into custody without incident.
Driver Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 97 Near Chiloquin
A 76-year-old Grants Pass woman was killed in a head-on crash on Highway 97 near Chiloquin after her pickup crossed into oncoming traffic, according to Oregon State Police. The highway was impacted for approximately six hours during the investigation.
Driver Killed in Rollover Crash on Highway 238
A Grants Pass man died Sunday night after a rollover crash on Highway 238 in Josephine County, according to Oregon State Police. The crash occurred when a pickup left the roadway and rolled multiple times.
Kidnap Suspect Arrested in Grants Pass
A 51-year-old man has been arrested following a March 4 incident in Grants Pass where police say an elderly resident was held hostage inside a home on Leonard Road. Officers forced entry after hearing gunshots and safely removed the hostage before taking the suspect into custody after his release from the hospital.
Grants Pass High School Names New Principal
Grants Pass School District 7 has named longtime educator Jason Garcia as the next principal of Grants Pass High School. Garcia will begin leading the school on July 1.
Josephine County DA Concludes Review of Officer-Involved Shooting
The Josephine County District Attorney has concluded a review of a February 7 officer-involved shooting on the Debbs Potts Parkway Bridge, determining the use of deadly force was legally justified.
Grants Pass Police Seize Approximately 40 Pounds of Methamphetamine
Grants Pass Police announced the seizure of approximately 40 pounds of methamphetamine following a drug investigation conducted in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration and other agencies.
Officer-Involved Shooting Investigated in Grants Pass
Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Grants Pass after a woman was fatally shot by police while reportedly firing handguns in a public roadway Saturday afternoon.
Woman Arrested After Stabbing Incident in Grants Pass
A 42-year-old woman was arrested Wednesday night following a stabbing incident at a residence in Grants Pass. Police say the victim suffered serious injuries but is expected to recover.
Wrong-Way Driver Killed in I-5 Head-On Crash Near Grants Pass
A wrong-way crash on I-5 near Grants Pass early Saturday left one person dead and two injured, according to Oregon State Police. Northbound traffic was impacted for about four hours during the investigation.