Latest from Diane Megaw
A Line in Trump’s Bill Derails Project to Restore Portland’s Lower Albina Corridor
A planned makeover of over 20 blocks of Portland’s Broadway and Weidler streets was stymied by a minor provision in President Donald Trump’s policy bill rescinding…
Stranded Family in Oregon Wilderness Rescued After Drone Spots Faint Campfire Signal
A family of five stranded on the north bank of the Sandy River near Dodge Park without water, warm clothing, and one child’s critical medication on Friday was rescued…
Oregonians Spend Over 4% of Their Income on Dental Care, Well Above the National Average
Recently concluded nationwide research indicates that Oregon residents pay 4.03% of their outgoings on dental work, 26% above the national average. As a state, Oregon…
Medford Travelers Lose Budget Airline Option as Avelo Pulls Out of West Coast
Ultra-low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines has indicated that its flights out of Rogue Valley International–Medford Airport (MFR) will cease by December 2, 2025, marking the…
Oregon Moves to Stop Trump-Backed Rule That Risks Insurance Loss for 1.8 Million Americans
Oregon joined a multistate coalition lawsuit challenging a new Trump Administration rule that would make it harder for Americans to access health coverage under the ACA.…
Klamath County Sheriff Warns of Scam Posing as Final DMV Notice With Legal Threats
The Klamath County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) issued a scam alert yesterday after being made aware that a fraudulent message claiming to be a “Final Notice” from the Oregon…
Grants Pass Fentanyl Dealer Caught After Dropping Meth in Walmart Dressing Room
An investigation by members of the Rogue Area Drug Enforcement (RADE) team of a person believed to be selling fentanyl in Grants Pass culminated in arrests after…
Man Extradited to Oregon to Face Murder Charges in 1983 Josephine County Cold Case
The Oregon Department of Justice is prosecuting 72-year-old Mark Sanfratello for the 1983 Murder of Teresa Peroni in Josephine County. He has been extradited to Oregon…
