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Two Incidents Impact Redwood Highway Near Cave Junction
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/28/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/28/26

Two Incidents Impact Redwood Highway Near Cave Junction

Two separate incidents along Redwood Highway near Cave Junction—a trailer crash and a rockfall event—temporarily disrupted traffic over a two-day period, officials said.

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Multiple Arrests Highlight Busy Week for Jacksonville Police
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/28/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/28/26

Multiple Arrests Highlight Busy Week for Jacksonville Police

Jacksonville Police reported multiple arrests during the week of April 20–27, including a suspect tied to a violent assault, a convicted felon found with a firearm, and an intoxicated e-bike rider charged with DUII.

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Driver, Passenger Decline Transport After Crash Near Merlin
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/28/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/28/26

Driver, Passenger Decline Transport After Crash Near Merlin

Emergency crews responded to a crash near Merlin after an iPhone crash detection alert, where both occupants declined transport despite significant vehicle damage.

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Fire Pit Ember Sparks House Fire Near Colonial Valley
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/27/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/27/26

Fire Pit Ember Sparks House Fire Near Colonial Valley

A floating ember from an outdoor fire pit is believed to have caused a small house fire near Colonial Valley on Monday afternoon. Firefighters said the resident had mostly extinguished the flames before crews arrived.

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Pedestrian Killed in Douglas County Crash on Highway 42
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/27/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/27/26

Pedestrian Killed in Douglas County Crash on Highway 42

A Eugene woman was killed late Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Highway 42 in Douglas County, according to Oregon State Police. The crash temporarily impacted traffic for about four hours as investigators worked the scene.

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Two Hikers Rescued on South Sister
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/23/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/23/26

Two Hikers Rescued on South Sister

Two hikers were rescued on South Sister after one suffered a medical issue and mild hypothermia during a descent, prompting an overnight response from Deschutes County Search and Rescue crews.

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Overnight Motorhome Fire in Murphy
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/22/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/22/26

Overnight Motorhome Fire in Murphy

A motorhome being used as a residence was destroyed in an overnight fire in Murphy. The occupant suffered minor burns while trying to extinguish the flames before the fire spread to a nearby vehicle and trees.

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Fire Sprinklers Stop Apartment Blaze in Medford
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/21/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/21/26

Fire Sprinklers Stop Apartment Blaze in Medford

A sprinkler system stopped a potentially dangerous apartment fire on Broad Street in Medford, according to fire officials. Investigators say the blaze was accidentally caused by an unattended candle.

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Shots Fired During Medford Break-In Attempt
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/21/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/21/26

Shots Fired During Medford Break-In Attempt

A man armed with an axe was shot during an apparent apartment break-in attempt early Tuesday in Medford, according to police. Authorities say no other injuries were reported.

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Charges Recommended After Dorris Paraquat Spill
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/21/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/21/26

Charges Recommended After Dorris Paraquat Spill

CHP has recommended possible charges after a paraquat spill in Dorris shut down Highway 97 and triggered a shelter-in-place order. Investigators say the tank came loose from a truck headed to a spraying job in the Shasta Valley.

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Three Rescued From Two-Story House Fire in Wilderville
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/20/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/20/26

Three Rescued From Two-Story House Fire in Wilderville

Three people were rescued from a two-story house fire in Wilderville after a kitchen blaze trapped occupants upstairs. Firefighters used ladders to reach second-floor windows, while two people were taken to the hospital and several pets were also saved.

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Semi Truck Fire Triggers Explosions on I-5 Near Sunny Valley
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/20/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/20/26

Semi Truck Fire Triggers Explosions on I-5 Near Sunny Valley

A semi truck carrying hazardous cargo caught fire on I-5 near Sunny Valley, triggering explosions and spreading into nearby vegetation. Fire crews from multiple agencies responded, and one firefighter was treated for smoke exposure as crews worked to contain the blaze and prevent environmental impact.

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Search Warrant Served in Ashland Child Exploitation Investigation
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/16/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/16/26

Search Warrant Served in Ashland Child Exploitation Investigation

Investigators served a search warrant in Ashland after identifying child sexual abuse material linked to a residence. Digital evidence was seized, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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Prospect Man Arrested on Child Sex Crime Charges
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/16/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/16/26

Prospect Man Arrested on Child Sex Crime Charges

Jackson County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested a Prospect man on five child sex crime charges, including rape and sexual abuse. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Fire Crews Quickly Contain Duplex Fire
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/16/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/16/26

Fire Crews Quickly Contain Duplex Fire

Klamath County Fire District #1 crews quickly contained a duplex fire in the Roosevelt area, preventing injuries and likely avoiding displacement of residents. The incident also marked a first working fire for two members of the department.

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Multi-Agency Drug Bust Seizes Meth, Cocaine, Guns, and Cash
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/15/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/15/26

Multi-Agency Drug Bust Seizes Meth, Cocaine, Guns, and Cash

A six-week drug investigation led to multiple arrests and the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, firearms, and more than $227,000 in cash across Southern Oregon and Northern California.

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Crash Sparks Vehicle Fire After Attempted Firewood Theft
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/15/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/15/26

Crash Sparks Vehicle Fire After Attempted Firewood Theft

A vehicle caught fire after crashing on Robertson Bridge Road near Merlin Tuesday night. Officials say the driver had attempted to leave the area with firewood from private property before the crash occurred.

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Vehicle Found After Rollover Crash Near Cave Junction
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/15/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/15/26

Vehicle Found After Rollover Crash Near Cave Junction

Emergency crews responded to a rollover crash near Cave Junction but found no occupants at the scene after searching the vehicle and surrounding area. The incident occurred Tuesday afternoon on Holland Loop Road.

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Child Exploitation Investigation Prompts Search Warrant in Eagle Point
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/14/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/14/26

Child Exploitation Investigation Prompts Search Warrant in Eagle Point

A child exploitation investigation in Eagle Point led to a search warrant at a residence after a tip indicated illegal material had been uploaded. Investigators seized digital devices and continue to examine evidence as the multi-agency case remains active.

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GP Staffer Arrested in Sex Abuse Case
News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/14/26 News, Public Safety Brian Gailey 4/14/26

GP Staffer Arrested in Sex Abuse Case

A Grants Pass school support staff member has been arrested following a grand jury indictment in a sex abuse investigation involving four identified victims. Oregon State Police say the case spans multiple years and includes six counts of sexual abuse in the first degree.

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