TVFR crews battle early-morning commercial fire at Pride Disposal in Sherwood
SHERWOOD, Ore. (KATU) — Firefighters from Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue responded to a commercial fire early Wednesday morning. Officials say firefighters were dispatched to Pride Disposal just after 2:30 a.m. “Crews have contained the garbage fire to a large metal building on the property, and the fire is...
Officials investigating how Lookout obtained report on Oregon State Hospital
State officials are investigating the disclosure to Lookout Eugene-Springfield of an Oregon State Hospital analysis into the death of a 25-year-old patient at the Salem facility March 18, 2025. That document, called a “root cause analysis,” offered insights into the care and death of Kenneth Hass, who was homeless...
2 Oregon vineyards rank among the best in the world. See which ones
Two Willamette Valley vineyards were recently named among the best in the world by a survey of experts. The list was created by World's 50 Best Vineyards, an annual rankings website that recognizes exceptional wineries and vineyard experiences. The rankings were determined by more than 700 international wine...
100 greatest girls athletes in Oregon high school sports history: The complete list
This month marks 40 years since the creation of National Girls and Women in Sports Day (Feb. 4), and The Oregonian/OregonLive and longtime Oregon sports writer René Ferrán commemorated the occasion by naming the 100 greatest girls athletes in Oregon high school sports history. It was an extension...
Portland could get as much as 2 inches of snow starting Wednesday evening…or not
Chances are improving for snow in the Willamette Valley on Wednesday afternoon, even after they seemed to diminish on Tuesday morning. There is now “moderate confidence for several inches of accumulating snow with travel impacts” somewhere in the Willamette Valley, including Portland, according to the National...
YCAP IN ACTION: Building upgrades underway at YCAP’s Turnkey shelter program
Creating pathways out of homelessness takes sustained investment, thoughtful planning and a willingness to adapt when challenges arise. This approach has guided Yamhill Community Action Partnership’s work at our Turnkey Program, a former motel in McMinnville that has sheltered families and individuals since 2021....
FIRST ALERT: Thursday morning chance for light snow
Minor morning flakes possible Thursday A.M. Don’t forget to download our FOX 12 Weather App to stay ahead of the forecast! Get real-time radar, updates from our team, and exclusive content right at your fingertips. NEW: Check out First Alert Weather Extra - a streaming show hosted by our...
Forecasters watch Wednesday night, Thursday coastal low that could drop valley snow
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Snow fell across the region down to about 1000 feet late Monday and early Tuesday, and there's a chance of more in the forecast overnight Wednesday into Thursday. KATU’s Mike Warner found snow near Bald Peak State Scenic Park. Several vehicles had become stuck in...
Yamhill County, OR – Arrest Alert: Man Booked on Attempted Murder Charge
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Grand Ronde, OR – A 47-year-old was jailed after allegedly attacking a woman at Yamhill County campsite, leaving her hospitalized. According to the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched...
‘I cast, Boogie of Banishment!’: Mystery dungeon master organizes wizard battle
The time of midterms has yet to kill the magic at Oregon State University. On Sunday, several OSU students and community members gathered in the Memorial Union Quad for a “Wizard’s Battle.” Mysterious posters were hung up across campus this past week calling “real wizards only” to the event.
