28-year-old man hit, killed by Amtrak train in Albany
ALBANY, Ore. (KPTV) - A man walking his dog was hit and killed by an Amtrak train late Wednesday afternoon, according to the Albany Police Department. The incident happened at about 4:16 p.m. near the Queen Avenue crossing. Police said witnesses reported a man and his dog had gone under...
FATAL 4 VEHICLE CRASH ON INTERSTATE 5 IN MARION COUNTY, OREGON
Marion County, Ore. - On Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 2:39 p.m., Oregon State Police OSP) responded to a four vehicle crash on Interstate 5, near milepost 272, in Marion County. The preliminary investigation indicated a Chevrolet Silverado, operated by Didier Lair Fuentes (26) of Keizer, attempted to merge onto...
Crash closes U.S. Highway 20 east of Albany; detour in place and delays expected
ALBANY, Ore. — U.S. Highway 20 is closed just east of Albany at milepost 4 due to a crash, Oregon Dept. of Transportation said around 5 p.m. Thursday. Follow signs and expect some delays in the area. For updates, visit TripCheck.com.
Corvallis schools propose consolidation to tackle enrollment drop and budget cuts
CORVALLIS, Ore. — In response to a steady decline in enrollment since 1970, the Corvallis School District has unveiled a revised school consolidation proposal aimed at optimizing resources and addressing budget constraints. Superintendent Ryan Noss has crafted a plan that will significantly reshape the district's...
This Picturesque State Park In Oregon Will Make All Your Stress And Worries Disappear
Ever had one of those days when the weight of the world feels like it’s crushing your shoulders, and you’d trade your favorite streaming service subscription for just five minutes of peace?. Willamette Mission State Park in Keizer, Oregon might just be the answer to your prayers –...
Keizer Man Killed in Four-Vehicle Collision on Interstate 5 in Marion County
A tragic four-vehicle crash occurred on Sunday, October 26, just before the afternoon faded into evening, on Interstate 5 in Marion County. According to the Oregon State Police, the incident took place near milepost 272, as a Chevrolet Silverado, helmed by Didier Lair Fuentes of Keizer, aged 26, attempted to merge...
Salem Man Arrested After Domestic Violence Investigation Uncovers Stolen Gun and Cocaine Operation
A Salem man was arrested after police recovered a stolen handgun and cocaine manufacturing evidence during a domestic violence investigation Monday night. Multiple felony charges filed. Salem, OR. — A domestic violence investigation late Monday night led to the arrest of a Salem man on multiple felony charges,...
Empty shelves, growing need at rural Oregon food banks as federal SNAP cuts loom
DALLAS, Ore. (KATU) — Rural Oregon food banks are stretched thin. With federal SNAP funding set to expire on Saturday, demand will rise, and the food supply may not keep up. "With the increase of the families coming in and the decrease of food coming from the federal government, it kind of clashes with each other. So...
Wells Fargo to lay off hundreds of workers in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Hundreds of Wells Fargo employees in Oregon will lose their jobs right after the holidays, according to multiple WARN notices. The company plans to "exit support operations" at locations in Hillsboro, Salem and downtown Portland. It comes after the company just announced 50 layoffs at...
Attorney General Rayfield to Hold Town Hall in Corvallis This November as Part of...
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield has announced the Oregon Priorities Tour. This series of town halls aims to connect residents with the Attorney General’s office and state leaders. The tour will begin in November 2025. It will give residents a chance to discuss topics such as community safety and consumer...
