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‘Operation Oink’: Oregon animal sanctuaries welcome pigs released from research labs

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) - Thanks to "Operation Oink!", two Oregon animal sanctuaries have welcomed pigs that were freed from an undisclosed research lab. The...

‘Operation Oink’: Oregon animal sanctuaries welcome pigs released from research labs

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — Thanks to “Operation Oink!”, two Oregon animal sanctuaries have welcomed pigs that were freed from...

Oregon Guard Steps Up for Wildfire Crisis

AUGUST 2, 2024 - The Oregon National Guard is mobilizing to support wildfire response efforts across the state, with hand crews deployed to Harney...

Excessive heat and elevated fire risks for everyone in the Pacific Northwest east of...

Air Quality Alert for Yakima, Chelan, Okanogan, and Ferry Counties in Washington until further notice.... Regional wildfire smoke can impact respiratory issues, irritate eyes,...

Sams will chair Tribal consultation task force

CANYONVILLE - Oregon Task Force on Tribal Consultation members elected Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) Board of Trustees Member at Large...

Environmentalists, customers raise concerns over new NW Natural hydrogen project to lower emissions

Natural gas is almost entirely methane gas, among the most potent climate-warming greenhouse gases that trap heat in the atmosphere. One-third of global...

Oregon could get its first new scenic bikeway in years

Oregon could soon have a new state-designated scenic bikeway winding through old-growth forests in southeast Lane County. The 60-mile Aufderheide (pronounced OFF-der-HIDE-ee) Drive runs...

Hot, hazy conditions stay over Oregon Friday

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) - Summer heat remains, but it won't be as extreme as Thursday's conditions. Temperatures will return to the low-to-mid 90s Thursday...

Hiker rescued on 12th day of Oregon stretch of Pacific Crest Trail

A 65-year-old female hiker was rescued off of the Pacific Crest Trail in Lane County on Sunday after suffering a medical issue. ...

One of Oregon’s longest-serving mayors is retiring after 26 years in office

John McArdle isn’t subtle. For 26 years, he has stood out as mayor of Independence. He is a presence when he stands...

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