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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.
Illegal Marijuana Grow Found Hidden in Central Point Pear Orchard
An illegal marijuana grow hidden inside a rural Central Point pear orchard was raided this week, leading to the seizure of about 25,000 plants, 16,000 pounds of usable cannabis and additional plants from hoop-style greenhouses, according to JCSO.
Roseburg Man Sentenced to Nearly 15 Years in Child Exploitation Case
A Roseburg man has been sentenced to 14 years and eight months in prison after investigators uncovered more than 740,000 child sexual abuse files in what Oregon officials described as one of the largest such cases in recent state history.
Bend Police Seek Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect
Bend Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect who allegedly pointed a handgun at an employee during an attempted armed robbery at Abby’s Legendary Pizza in northeast Bend. Investigators say the man cashed out an 86-cent ticket before threatening the worker and fleeing the scene on a black BMX bicycle Wednesday night.
Major Drug Bust in Douglas County
A Douglas County narcotics investigation led to the seizure of nearly 22 pounds of methamphetamine along with cocaine, fentanyl, and bulk cash, according to authorities. Detectives conducted surveillance, deployed a K-9, and executed search warrants on both a vehicle and residence in Camas Valley. Three individuals were arrested and lodged at the Douglas County Jail in connection with the distribution case.
Murder Charge Filed in Grants Pass Shooting
A suspect has been arrested following a fatal shooting in Grants Pass on Wednesday evening that left one person dead and another injured. Officers responded to the 800 block of NE E Street, where two victims were found with gunshot wounds. An 18-year-old male later died at the hospital, while a second victim survived. Authorities located the suspect hours later in a Jackson County hotel room and took him into custody without incident.
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.
La Pine Man Arrested in Mother’s Homicide
A La Pine man has been arrested after deputies say he reported involvement in the homicide of his mother at their shared residence early Monday morning.
Arrests Made in Klamath Falls Murder Investigation
Three suspects have been arrested after a man died from injuries following an assault discovered inside a vacant residence on Cypress Avenue in Klamath Falls.
Four Arrested After SWAT Response at Medford Residence
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.
Junction City Woman Pleads Guilty in COVID-19 Relief Fraud Case
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.
Three Arrested After Armed Menacing and Pursuit in Medford
Medford Police arrested three suspects after an armed menacing incident and vehicle chase near Hawthorne Park. Officers recovered two stolen firearms linked to a recent robbery, and a police K9 helped apprehend one suspect hiding in Bear Creek.