Medford Police Chief Justin Ivens has announced his retirement after more than three decades in law enforcement, with plans to remain in the position through June 30, 2026, to support a smooth transition.

Klamath Falls Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a person of interest connected to an assault reported earlier this month at an apartment complex near downtown.

Inside a former school bus, Henley High School engineering, construction, and electrical students are turning student-designed blueprints into a mobile wildfire command center for the Oregon Department of Forestry — a project that blends classroom learning with real-world impact.

The Klamath Water Users Association announced that the Bureau of Reclamation has completed a reassessment of how the Endangered Species Act is applied to the Klamath Project, a move described as a key step toward improving long-term water supply predictability in the Basin.

Human remains were discovered at the site of a suspected structure fire in the Mount Shasta Vista area, prompting an investigation by the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office.

Britt Festival has announced the first round of artists joining its 2026 summer season, featuring a mix of international music acts and stand-up comedy performances.

Bureau of Land Management crews recently removed approximately 3,000 pounds of trash from Stukel Mountain, restoring the area’s natural beauty and improving safety for visitors and wildlife.

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Corrections K9 Koda, a longtime drug detection dog who served nearly six years at the Jackson County Jail before retiring in 2024.

Klamath County School District Superintendent Glen Szymoniak has announced his retirement effective July 31, 2026, concluding more than four decades in public education. His full, unedited Q&A reflecting on his career and the district’s future is included.

Mt. Ashland Ski Area has paused all ski operations indefinitely beginning January 15 due to low snowpack, warm weather, and no snowfall forecasted.

A reported armed threat at a Lakeview RV park was resolved peacefully after hours of de-escalation, with a woman taken into custody and firearms and drugs seized.

Deschutes County is seeking volunteers to serve on the Deschutes County Fair Board, with three unpaid positions opening in March 2026. Applications are open to residents from across the county.

Oregon State Police reported three separate fatal crashes across the state over the weekend, including a deadly commercial vehicle collision in Klamath County that serves as a stark reminder of ongoing roadway safety concerns.

The City of Klamath Falls is now accepting applications for multiple grant programs aimed at supporting economic development, small businesses, and community initiatives during the 2026–27 fiscal year.

Nearly 200 Oregon Army National Guard soldiers assigned to the 1st Battalion, 186th Infantry Regiment were formally welcomed home Sunday during a demobilization ceremony in Medford, marking the conclusion of a nine-month deployment supporting international peace efforts in the Middle East.

A Klamath Falls man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple felony counts related to encouraging child sexual abuse, following an investigation involving local and state law enforcement agencies.

Four people with outstanding warrants were taken into custody Thursday after Medford Police conducted a SWAT-assisted operation at a residence in the 4500 block of Wolf Run, following reports of suspicious activity and a possible firearm.

A Junction City woman has pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud charges after authorities say she fraudulently obtained more than $487,000 in COVID-19 relief funds intended to support small businesses during the pandemic.

Oregon Tech has approved the next steps toward launching a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, a new applied degree program designed to meet workforce demand and industry needs across Oregon and beyond.

Oregon State Police are investigating two separate fatal crashes that occurred earlier this week on highways in Lake County and Josephine County. The incidents, reported on January 8, resulted in two fatalities and involved single-vehicle rollovers under differing circumstances.