Southern Oregon & Northern California News
Latest local news from Southern Oregon and Northern California, covering Medford, Ashland, Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Jackson County, Josephine County, Klamath County, Siskiyou County, Del Norte County, and communities throughout the region.
Major Fire at Newport Seafood Plant Prompts Evacuations
A major fire at Pacific Seafood along Newport's historic bayfront prompted widespread evacuations, a hazardous-materials response, and assistance from firefighters across Oregon. Most evacuations were lifted Sunday evening as crews made progress controlling the blaze.
Bend, Newport, Medford/Ashland Among Top July 4 Travel Destinations
AAA expects 877,000 Oregonians to travel for Independence Day, with Bend, Newport and Medford/Ashland among the top regional destinations. The forecast also highlights Oregon gas prices, airfare and major July 4 events in Bend, Medford and Ashland.