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CORVALLIS, Ore. (KATU) — A prolific retail theft suspect was arrested in Corvallis last month during a retail theft operation. Officials said 48-year-old Oscar Porras of Salem was taken into custody after entering a business on NE Four Acre Place. "Loss prevention staff recognized Porras from previous theft investigati

Seattle Cider Co. has reinforced its standing in the Pacific Northwest cider scene after earning Gold, Silver and Bronze medals at the 2026 Northwest Cider Cup, one of North America's most respected cider competitions. The awards recognised the cidery across botanical, dry and sweet cider styles, highlighting the bread

BEND, Ore. -- Some OSU-Cascades students have come up with a potentially life-saving invention for skiers and snowboarders. The Tree Well Guardian sends out an emergency alert with GPS coordinates when someone get stuck in a tree well. "This would be attached to your ski boot and if you are...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A winery in McMinnville is once again bringing together two things many Oregonians often enjoy, wine and the great outdoors. Yamhill Valley Vineyards has brought back its Guided Vineyard Hikes for a third year, offering guests the chance to walk the vineyard blocks and taste the wines grown at e

Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. All calls for service may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. Locations are approximate and may not be included if it could identify victims of certain crimes of a sensitive

The bustling factories of Salem have long been symbols of American manufacturing prowess. Now one local firm is stepping into a new era with plans for Salem Robot Manufacturer IPO $2.5 Billion. This move could reshape how the region approaches automation and industrial growth. Investors around the country are watching

Construction work to replace the Waverly Drive bridge over Cox Creek could have blocked access to the Cox Creek walking trail and bike path, but it has not. On a ride Tuesday night, I noticed that the contractor has provided a handy detour for anyone traveling on the path to or from Simpson Park and the dormant Talking

SALEM, OR – Oregon’s landmark effort allowing adults older than 21 to access psilocybin has evolved beyond “strictly medical uses” and may be allowing more people to enroll in the program than is safe, according to a

ALBANY, Ore. — Albany police are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 11-year-old girl last seen in North Albany near Quarry and Laurel Oaks. In an advisory issued Wednesday, July 1, the Albany Police Department said the juvenile has brown hair and was last seen wearing a green shirt and purple baggy jeans.

State Rep. Hai Pham wants more accountability and transparency at Oregon State Hospital — with the goal of keeping patients safe and receiving appropriate, quality care. Pham, D-Hillsboro, is chair of the House Interim Committee on Behavioral Health, which puts him in a position to lead the Legislature’s efforts to kee