2 charged with attempted murder after November shooting in Salem
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Two people were arrested on Wednesday in connection with a shooting in Salem that left a man injured back in November, authorities said. Salem residents Freedom Butler, 24, and Dakota Butler-Kota, 25, are both accused of attempted murder and other charges after the shooting that occurred on...
As climate changes, the PNW could experience stronger and more frequent atmospheric rivers
Parts of Oregon and Washington are experiencing back-to-back atmospheric river events in less than a week. Oregon’s state climatologist says a changing climate will make these types of storms stronger and more frequent. An atmospheric river, like its name suggests, is essentially a jet stream or “river” of warm...
Looking back at the Christmas Flood of 1964
In 1964, a deluge of torrential rain fell upon the Willamette Valley, inundating the region and causing streams and rivers to overflow their banks. Thousands of people were stranded and evacuated from their homes. Areas including Oakridge, Blue River and Dorena were cut off as the raging waters washed roads away. On...
Wine Wednesday: Cheers to 20 years at Trisaetum Winery
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Through the rolling hills of Yamhill County, there’s a winery breaking the mold. Not only is Trisaetum known for elevating dry Riesling in Oregon, but the family operation is also blazing its own trail in distilling spirits. The winery was founded 20 years ago by James and Andrea Frey and now...
Briggs Building project is coming along
On a bike ride Tuesday I had a chance to check in on the ambitious project to restore and enlarge what is said to be the oldest surviving wood-framed commercial building in downtown Albany. This is the so-called Briggs Building at 333 West First Ave. I’ve mentioned this address twice...
Benton County faces new storm threat; residents urged to prepare
BENTON COUNTY, Ore. - Benton County is bracing for another storm later this week, according to Benton County Emergency Management. The county is still dealing with power outages and traffic disruptions from last night's storm. The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts strong winds and heavy rainfall for Benton...
Flood Watch and Wind Advisory: Thursday Expected to Be Most Impactful Day
A Flood Watch remains in effect from late Wednesday night through late Friday night for much of western Oregon, including Marion and Polk counties including the Lukiamute River near Suver, as a strong atmospheric river moves across the region. Forecasters say Thursday is the day of greatest concern, with the...
Pacific Northwest Prepares For Storms With Possible Damaging Winds And Heavy Rainfall
Residents in Oregon and western Washington will see stronger winds tonight and early Wednesday as the next weather system approaches. “Right now, there is a low-end threat for higher wind gusts also impacting area residents across the entire Willamette Valley,” said Storm Tracker 2 Meteorologist Rhonda Shelby. The...
Heavy Rain Expected in Salem During Flood Watch
At times, rain could fall at a rate of ¼ inch per hour. Watch https://hww.onerain.com/ for current conditions. Salem, Ore. — Heavy rain and winds are expected in Salem and the surrounding areas Dec. 18-20. The heaviest rain is expected between 4 a.m. Dec. 18 and 4 a.m. Dec. 19. Meanwhile, the National Weather Service...
Multiple road and school closures, delays due to overnight storm
LANE/LINN/DOUGLAS COUNTIES, Ore. – Throughout the region, state transportation and school officials have announced multiple road closures and modified school schedules due to fallen trees and powerlines and related power outages following an overnight storm. Oregon Department of Transportation officials have...
