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Portland-Vancouver I-5 Bridge Gets Extra $1-5 Million In Federal Funding To Replace Vertical Lifts
Following a massive infrastructure law passed by the Biden administration in 2021, the bridge over the Columbia River on the Interstate 5 highway is getting the biggest…
Jackson County Fair in Oregon Now Underway
The Jackson County Fair kicks off to an exciting start for the 2024 summer season. There’s something for everyone- animals, food, interesting vendors, and more.
Portland Police Struggle to Stop Illegal Street Racers Taking Over Streets
Despite new laws targeting participants in illegal drag racing that better equip police, the Portland Police Bureau indicated that they remain overwhelmed by illegal…
Klamath County’s Second Biggest Medical Provider Risks Losing Federal Funding
The executive staff of the Klamath Health Partnership (KHP) recently issued a formal demand to its board of directors- which has been non-compliant since February…
Southern Oregon Property Insurance Sees Massive Shifts Following Wildfires
Facing a new era of risk in the light of climate-driven wildfires, insurers and residents are battling to adapt, with rural property owners facing the brunt of the…
East Portland Gangster In ‘Hood Check’ Killing Gets Life With Parole Possible In 35 Years
Sentencing for a Gresham man who killed a woman and injured two others at a MAX stop in 2022 was handed down on Friday. The perpetrator, Isai Damian Ramos, 24, received…
Oregon Pupils Must Pass Standalone Financial Literacy And Career Prep From 2027 To Graduate
Starting with this fall's sophomores, Oregon high school pupils must take- and pass, stand-alone financial literacy and college and career preparation classes before…
Jackson And Josephine Counties Alerts: Fire Danger Levels Rising And Air Quality Gets Worse
The fire danger level in Jackson and Josephine counties has been raised to reflect a red alert (“extreme”) in an announcement by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF).…
