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Diane Megaw

Diane Megaw is a veteran regional journalist at Daily Tidings, reporting across Southern Oregon and statewide developments from a Medford area lens.
Her coverage spans business and the economy, housing and labor, public safety and courts, with a focus on what policy and legal decisions mean for local communities.
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Environment

Toxic Mercury in Oregon Waterways Could Rise After Trump Administration Loosens Power Plant Rules

Diane Megaw Apr 1, 2026

A 21-state and local government coalition- including Oregon, a state already suffering from out-of-state pollution- filed a lawsuit yesterday after the Trump administration weakened federal limits on mercury and other toxic pollutants…

News

Oregon Utility Regulators Approve PacifiCorp Rate Increase Taking Effect Today

Diane Megaw Apr 1, 2026

Following combined decisions, including agreements reached among PUC staff, PacifiCorp, and consumer advocacy groups, the Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) approved rate adjustments for PacifiCorp residential customers that take effect…

News

Portland ICE Facility Targeted in Separate Rock Throwing and Vandalism Incident After Peaceful No…

Diane Megaw Mar 30, 2026

PORTLAND, Ore. — Three people were arrested near the Portland ICE building late Saturday after a vandalism and rock-throwing incident unrelated to the "No Kings III" march. Portland Protesters Arrested After No Kings III In…

News

Oregon Ranked Fifth Least Affordable State as Families Spend $18,300 a Year on Essentials

Diane Megaw Mar 29, 2026

A new report has ranked Oregon as the 5th least affordable state in the US for essential household costs, as Oregonians spend $18,300 every year- $2,900 more than the national average. Oregon #5 in Affordability Rankings Based…

Massive No Kings Protests Fill Streets From Portland to Medford Across Oregon

Diane Megaw Mar 29, 2026

As millions of protesters across the US on Saturday, for "No Kings III," tens of thousands filled the streets in Oregon and Southwest Washington. This third iteration of the national movement focused on executive authority, civil…

News

ICE Says It Will Not Open New Detention Centers in Oregon After Lawmaker Pressure

Diane Megaw Mar 28, 2026

In response to a letter from Democratic lawmakers, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Todd Lyons said the agency has no plans to open any new detention facilities in Oregon- or expand current ones. ICE Says…

News

Multnomah County Confirms New Measles Case Tied to Gresham Grocery Store

Diane Megaw Mar 27, 2026

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. — Multnomah County health officials confirmed another case of measles linked to the Gresham WinCo grocery store, a known exposure site. Nationwide, measles cases have been increasing since early 2025, with almost…

News

Appeals Court Pauses Portland ICE Tear Gas Restrictions in Win for Trump Administration

Diane Megaw Mar 27, 2026

PORTLAND, Ore. — After two out of three judges ruled in favor of the Trump Administration on Wednesday, the restrictions on chemical munitions outside the South Portland ICE facility placed on Homeland Security by two lower courts have been…

Crime & Courts

Florida Man Upset Over Missed Motel Date Sets Fire to Rental Van Used by Oregon Couple

Diane Megaw Mar 26, 2026

A man, who was stood up by a female who failed to appear at a Florida motel for a planned rendezvous, was so enraged that he set fire to a van that had been rented by a couple from Oregon when they arrived at Tampa International Airport.…

News

ICE’s Bid for Office Space in Portland and Roseburg Sparks Backlash Across Oregon

Diane Megaw Mar 26, 2026

Several contract opportunities have been listed for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) offices across Southern Oregon, including in Roseburg and Portland, as well as in many other states. The agency wants to rent office space for a…

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