Deputy, Resident Rescue Injured Passenger From Burning Vehicle After Crow Road Crash
A Lane County deputy and a nearby resident rescued an injured passenger from a burning vehicle after a rollover crash on Crow Road. The driver was later arrested, according to the sheriff’s office.
Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck While Crossing Washburn Way
A Klamath Falls man was killed after being struck by a pickup truck while crossing Washburn Way in an electric wheelchair, according to the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office.
Two Killed in Separate Oregon Crashes as Winter Conditions Impact Roads
Two people were killed in separate crashes reported by Oregon State Police over the weekend, including a three-vehicle collision on Highway 97 in Klamath County where icy road conditions were a contributing factor.
Oregon Regulators Warn of Rising Investment Scams This Holiday Season
Oregon financial regulators are warning consumers about a rise in sophisticated investment scams this holiday season, highlighting 12 common tactics used by fraudsters.
One Dead in Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 38
Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash Tuesday evening on Highway 38 that left one driver dead and another injured. The highway was closed for several hours during the investigation.
KCFD1 Honors Crew for Life-Saving Fire Response
Klamath County Fire District 1 recognized firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs for their rapid response during a November 14 structure fire, where crews rescued a trapped resident within minutes under hazardous conditions.
Medford Contractor Fined $128,345 for Exposing Workers to Fall and Ladder Hazards
Oregon OSHA has fined Medford-based Shrader Homes Inc. more than $128,000 after an inspection found workers exposed to multiple hazards on a White City jobsite, including fall risks and unsafe ladder use.
Veterans Can Soon Display Recognition Plates on Motorcycles and Mopeds
Oregon veterans will soon have a new way to display their service, as DMV rolls out a motorcycle and moped version of the state’s veteran recognition plate beginning Jan. 1.
SNAP Stabilizes After Shutdown; ODHS Replaces Skimmed Cards
The Oregon Department of Human Services says December SNAP benefits are being issued on time after last month’s shutdown-related delays. The agency also replaced more than 1,300 EBT cards this week following card-skimming activity detected in the Coos Bay and North Bend area.
Vial Named Interim City Manager
Mayor Michael Zarosinski has appointed longtime public service leader John Vial as Interim City Manager, bringing decades of experience to guide Medford through its transition.
Cleanup Completed at Tillamook County Trespass Sites
The Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office has completed cleanup operations at several trespass sites, removing abandoned RVs, trailers, debris, and hazardous materials with help from county partners.
Invasive Chinese Mitten Crab Confirmed in Willamette River
A prohibited Chinese mitten crab was found in the Willamette River near Portland, marking the second confirmed sighting of the invasive species in Oregon this year. ODFW is urging residents to report any suspected mitten crab sightings to help prevent potential environmental damage.
Fire Contained at Miller Elementary After Lithium Battery Ignites in Workshop
A lithium battery ignited inside a custodians’ workshop at Miller Elementary School in Bend on Sunday night, triggering the fire sprinkler system and limiting damage to the small room. Crews cleared smoke and water from the gym as the district works toward reopening the school safely.
Medford Police Recover More Than $141,000 in Stolen Radio Equipment; Suspect Arrested
Medford Police recovered more than $141,000 in stolen radio equipment and arrested a suspect following two burglaries at Medford Fire Department storage facilities. Detectives say the investigation also cleared several additional theft cases throughout Jackson County.
Man Shot by Medford Police Now Booked into Jail
The man injured in a Nov. 23 officer-involved shooting with Medford Police has been released from the hospital and lodged in the Jackson County Jail. Shane Wesley Smith, 30, of Medford, is facing multiple charges as the case heads to a Jackson County Grand Jury for review.
Officials Urge Safe Travel This Week
ODOT is urging travelers to prepare for heavy holiday traffic, winter weather, and potential delays as Oregonians hit the roads for Thanksgiving week. Crews will be working throughout the holiday to keep highways clear, but drivers are encouraged to plan ahead, check conditions, and travel with caution.
Oregon Declares Fuel Emergency After Olympic Pipeline Shutdown
Governor Tina Kotek has declared a statewide state of emergency following the shutdown of the Olympic Pipeline, which supplies more than 90 percent of Oregon’s transportation fuel. While officials say current fuel supplies remain adequate, the order activates emergency plans and gives the state flexibility to keep fuel moving if conditions change.
Free Fishing Returns; Crab Season Pushed Back
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has issued several updates ahead of the holiday weekend, including two statewide free fishing days, expanded public access on the restored Klamath River, and a coastwide delay to the commercial Dungeness crab season. Recreational crabbing and clamming remain open in many areas, while winter weather may affect river site access.
$6.4M Philanthropic Match Expands Oregon Hunger Relief
Governor Tina Kotek has announced that philanthropic partners in the Oregon Disaster Funders Network have matched the state’s $6 million investment in hunger relief, identifying more than $6.4 million to support food banks, pantries, and community organizations statewide. The partnership expands resources identified through the Governor’s emergency food order.
ODA Answers Questions on New Equine EHV Rules
The Oregon Department of Agriculture has released a detailed FAQ explaining the temporary emergency rules aimed at reducing the risk of Equine Herpesvirus (EHV) at equine events. The guidance clarifies registration requirements, isolation expectations, veterinarian availability, recordkeeping, and misinformation circulating within the equine community.