Air quality alert issued for Medford-Ashland, Salem, and Portland through Thursday
OREGON - The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory Wednesday morning for several parts of the state due to elevated levels of ozone pollution. According to DEQ, the advisory affects the Portland metro area, Salem, Medford-Ashland, Hermiston and Ontario. The agency expects the advisor
Drowning investigation underway after 20-year-old’s body found at Scotts Mills Falls
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a drowning after a man's body was found at Scotts Mills Falls Wednesday morning.
High Heat, Smoky Conditions and Fire Risk Continue
A strong ridge of high pressure will bring hot, sunny conditions with highs in the mid to upper 90s across the Willamette Valley today and tomorrow. Heat Advisories are in effect for most inland valleys through today, with an elevated risk of heat-related illnesses. Onshore winds are expected to strengthen over the wee
Weather Impact Alert: Oregon stays smoky with temps in the 90s
A Weather Impact Alert has been issued for Wednesday and Thursday in Portland, southwest Washington, and the Willamette Valley due to high temperatures in the 90s and reduced air quality from wildfire smoke. KGW has issued a Weather Impact Alert for Wednesday and Thursday due to expected high temperatures into...
Wildfire smoke and heat bring unhealthy air to Portland; relief expected by Friday
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — KATU is continuing its Storm Tracker 2 Weather Alert for poor air quality and high heat across the region. Air quality in Portland and the Willamette Valley has plummeted since wildfire smoke moved west Tuesday. This morning, the Air Quality Index is between Moderate and Unhealthy.
MOUNT ANGEL MAN JAILED FOR REPORTED BURGLARY
A Mount Angel man was jailed for reported burglary charges early Tuesday morning. A Douglas County Sheriff’s Office report said just before 6:30 a.m. dispatch revied an activation alarm from Abacela Vineyards in the 12,000 block of Lookingglass Road near Winston. A manager said he had employees on scene who had located
For some Oregon inmates, annual powwow gives liberating experience with loved ones
On July 18, 2026, inmates at the Oregon State Correctional Institution held their Many Nations Powwow. Some danced, some drummed, others bore flags during the event's grand entry. A crowd of roughly 80 invited guests arrived to watch and celebrate. Warning: This story contains mentions of violent crime, suicide and...
The Massive Thrift Store In Oregon Where You Can Fill Your Whole Cart For...
Forget everything you think you know about thrift shopping, because The Thrift Store in Keizer, Oregon is about to completely rewire your brain. This place isn’t just a store. It’s an experience, a treasure hunt, and honestly, a little bit of a life philosophy all rolled into one very...
Beaverton, Tigard, Sherwood police cancel National Night Out visits
Due to concerns over wildfire smoke and high temperatures, local police departments throughout Washington County are canceling annual observations of National Night Out, set for Tuesday, Aug. 4. Beaverton, Tigard and Sherwood have all announced they will not have officers out visiting neighborhoods for the event design
Wildfire smoke advisory hits Lane County through Thursday
LANE COUNTY, Ore. - Lane Regional Air Protection Agency issued an air quality advisory Tuesday for Lane County due to smoke from wildfires in Oregon and Washington. The advisory covers the Eugene and Springfield area, Cottage Grove, Oakridge, Westfir and Blue River. According to LRAPA, intermittent smoke is expected in
