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.
Scooter Rider Killed After Collision with Amtrak Train in Portland
A person riding an electric scooter was struck and killed by an Amtrak train Friday morning near Southeast 11th Avenue and Clinton Street in Portland, police said. The Major Crash Team is investigating.
Search for Missing Hunter Continues in Mount Hood National Forest
The search for 51-year-old hunter Devon Dobek entered its seventh day Thursday, as crews from across Oregon continue to comb rugged terrain in the Mount Hood National Forest.
Change Rooted in the Land
Pacific Crest Federal Credit Union will become Sage Credit Union on January 1, 2026, reflecting its expanded charter and new chapter of growth across Oregon and Nevada.
I-5 Traffic Stop in Linn County Leads to Major Fentanyl Seizure
A traffic stop in Linn County led to a major fentanyl seizure when Oregon State Police K-9 Millie uncovered a hidden compartment containing drugs, a firearm, and cash. Three suspects were arrested and the case has been referred to the DEA.
Multiple Fatal Crashes Reported on Oregon Highways
Oregon State Police are investigating two fatal crashes and one serious injury collision that occurred over the weekend in Malheur and Sherman Counties. Troopers are asking the public for information in one of the incidents, which left two people seriously injured.
Oregon Directs $1 Million to Tribal Governments
Governor Tina Kotek has allocated $1 million in emergency funds to Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribes to combat food insecurity during the federal shutdown, which has disrupted SNAP benefits for families statewide.
FAA to Cut Flights if Shutdown Continues
The FAA plans to cut 10% of flights at 40 major airports if the shutdown continues, citing worsening staff shortages among unpaid air traffic controllers. Airlines were caught off guard by the move, which could disrupt thousands of flights nationwide.
Search Efforts Intensify on Mount Hood
The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office continues leading an intensive multi-agency search for missing hunter Devon Dobek in the Mount Hood National Forest, where poor weather and hazardous terrain have slowed progress but not determination.
California Voters Approve Prop 50
California voters have approved Proposition 50, shifting redistricting control from the state’s independent commission to the legislature. Backed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the measure is expected to make five U.S. House districts more favorable to Democrats ahead of 2026.
Highway 238 Crash Kills One, Injures Another Near Grants Pass
A 36-year-old Grants Pass man was killed early Monday when a vehicle left the roadway, rolled multiple times, and caught fire on Highway 238 in Josephine County. OSP says speed and impairment are suspected factors.
UPS Cargo Plane Crashes Near Louisville Airport
A UPS cargo plane crashed near Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport on Tuesday, killing at least three people and injuring 11 others. Officials say the crash sparked a massive fire and investigation efforts are underway.
Search for Missing Hunter Enters Fourth Day
The search for missing hunter Devon Dobek entered its fourth day Monday as more than 50 rescuers and multiple regional agencies continue combing steep, fire-scarred terrain near Fish Creek Trailhead in the Mount Hood National Forest.
Highway 140 Crash Claims Two Young Lives
Two teens from Eagle Point were killed and two others critically injured in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning on Highway 140. Oregon State Police say speed and impairment were contributing factors in the crash, which remains under investigation.
400,000 Panel Solar Project Approved
The Klamath County Planning Commission has approved permits for the 1,560-acre Diamond Solar Project, a massive renewable energy development expected to power 40,000 homes, generate millions in local tax revenue, and mark the first large-scale solar-plus-storage project in the Pacific Northwest.