Federal grants bring $22M in upgrades to 7 Oregon airports, including Eugene, Corvallis
EUGENE, Ore. — Infrastructure upgrades are on the way as more than $22 million in federal grants are announced for seven Oregon airports - including two in our area. On Wednesday, Oregon lawmakers announced the funding that's set to bring improvements to taxiways, drainage, and snow removal equipment. $1.66...
Police arrest Clackamas County city councilor in theft investigation
Police arrested a Molalla city councilor on Tuesday after a months-long theft investigation, the Clackamas County town said in a statement. Officials said that last August the Molalla Police Department identified RaeLynn Botsford, a city council member since 2022, as a suspect in a theft and handed the case to the...
Oregon construction companies adapting to help workers struggling with mental health issues
SALEM, Ore. (KPTV) - May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and as part of Well-Being Revolution, FOX 12 is taking a closer look at a deadly problem that remained hidden for too long. Last week, FOX 12 reported that construction workers were six times more likely to die from suicide...
Oregon Dept of Revenue: Even with an Extension It Is Wise to File Taxes...
EVEN OREGONIANS WITH AN EXTENSION SHOULD FILE AS SOON AS THEY CAN. Salem, OR— Oregonians who filed for an extension instead of filing their federal and state income taxes last month should go ahead file their tax year 2024 returns as soon as they can, the Oregon Department of Revenue said this week.
Watching crew demolish that big logjam
Workers for Advanced American Construction on Wednesday made progress in dismantling the big logjam under the Albany railroad bridge. After becoming aware of this project Tuesday afternoon, I went back on Wednesday to see the work in progress. Here’s what it looked like. As you could see, this is...
Inmate From Klamath Falls Passes Away At Oregon State Prison
James Beaumont from Klamath Falls has passed away at the Oregon State Prison according to a press release. James was reported to have been involved in a pursuit in 2018 that ended in the Malin area. An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Nickolas James Beaumont, died shortly...
Feeding the community, a drive at a time
(SHERWOOD) — She may not crave the spotlight, but Sherwood High’s Sophia Burt shines when serving her community. Born in New York City but having moved to the Portland area at an early age, Burt has enmeshed herself in Sherwood since her youth. As a senior now staring down graduation, she’s become involved with a...
Eastbound Traffic Closed on McGilchrist Street SE in Salem through End of 2025
SALEM, Ore. — Drivers who use McGilchrist Street SE should be aware that eastbound traffic is closed through the end of the year between 22nd Street SE and 25th Street SE. Local access will be available to all residences and businesses in the area. Signs pointing to traffic detours will be in place. Drivers are...
Jason Millican selected as permanent Woodburn police chief
The city of Woodburn has appointed Jason Millican as the new chief of police. “Chief Millican has deep roots in both the department and the Woodburn community. He brings high ethical standards, a strong commitment to diversity, and a demonstrated record of service, leadership, and community engagement,” said city...
Wine Wednesday: Magic in the Mountains
The 6th annual Magic in the Mountains celebration is back, highlighting dozens of outstanding wineries in the Willamette Valley's Chehalem Mountains.