Firefighters Deliver Two Babies in Klamath County
Klamath County Fire District 1 crews recently assisted with two field births within a two-week period, helping deliver both babies before the mothers could reach the hospital. Firefighters and paramedics safely delivered the newborns and transported the mothers and babies to Sky Lakes Medical Center for further care, highlighting the training and versatility of local emergency responders.
Link River Trail to Close Temporarily
A section of the Link River Trail near Link River Dam in Klamath Falls will temporarily close beginning March 17 as Pacific Power begins construction work on the West Side Canal.
Teen Driver Dies in Early Morning Siskiyou County Crash
An 18-year-old Etna driver died early Friday morning after a single-vehicle crash on Oberlin Road east of Yreka. Authorities say the vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree, while a teenage passenger was transported to the hospital with injuries.
Britt Festival Adds Major Acts to 2026 Summer Lineup
The Britt Music & Arts Festival has added several new shows to its 2026 lineup, including Modest Mouse, Chicago, Elle King, Brantley Gilbert, and comedians Jeff Dunham and Gabriel Iglesias.
Child Exploitation Investigation Underway in Talent
A regional child exploitation task force served a search warrant Thursday morning at a residence in Talent after investigators received a tip that child sexual abuse material had been uploaded from the address.
Skier Dies After Crash at Mt. Bachelor
A 65-year-old Portland man died Monday afternoon after a skiing accident on the Wanoga Way trail at Mt. Bachelor, according to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office.
Gunshots Reported in Medford Neighborhood
Medford police are investigating reports of gunshots Tuesday night near West 8th Street and Hamilton Street. Officers detained multiple individuals and recovered evidence consistent with shots being fired, though no injuries were reported.
Garage Fire Displaces Family in Bend
A garage fire in Bend displaced a family Tuesday night after improperly disposed woodstove ashes ignited materials inside a garage.
State Funding Announced for Chiloquin, Gilchrist Infrastructure Projects
State funding will support a new wastewater treatment plant in Chiloquin and an infrastructure study of the aging sanitation system in Gilchrist.
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.
Klamath Forum Focuses on Global Education
The second annual Global Engagement Forum at Klamath Community College brought together students, educators, and community members to explore the benefits of international exchange programs. Speakers highlighted the value of cultural intelligence, global collaboration, and the role international students play in strengthening the local economy.
Injured Climber Rescued After 700-Foot Fall on Mount Shasta
Two climbers were rescued from Mount Shasta after one fell roughly 700 feet during a descent from the summit, suffering multiple injuries.
K9 Helps Capture Burglary Suspect
A burglary suspect was arrested early Tuesday after Grants Pass Police used a K9 team to secure the scene at New Song Church.
Medford Moves Red-Light Cameras to Barnett and Highland
The Medford Police Department plans to install photo enforcement cameras at Barnett Road and Highland Drive after crash data identified the intersection as a high-priority safety concern.
Lithia Acquires Mercedes-Benz of Medford
Lithia & Driveway has acquired Mercedes-Benz of Medford, expanding its luxury brand portfolio while reinforcing its presence in the Southern Oregon community where the company was founded.
Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested in Grants Pass
A Grants Pass woman was arrested less than 45 minutes after a bank robbery Friday afternoon at People’s Bank on Northeast 7th Street.
BLM Timber Sales Bring in $8.3 Million in Oregon
BLM timber sales across Oregon in February generated more than $8.3 million, with bids exceeding appraised values by over $3 million.
Ram Truck Donated to Oregon Tech
Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram has donated a two-year lease of a Ram 3500 truck to Oregon Tech to support engineering students traveling to competitions and industry events.
Medford Police Arrest Suspect in Drive-By Shooting
Medford police arrested a 33-year-old man after a drive-by shooting struck an apartment building early Wednesday morning. No injuries were reported.
KCSD Upgrades Bus Fleet to Propane
Klamath County School District has nearly completed a decade-long transition from diesel to propane buses, improving safety, reliability, and fuel savings across its transportation fleet.