Oregon man charged in mom’s death, relatives deaths probed
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon man has been indicted on murder and other charges in the death of his 62-year-old mother at her home in November.…
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With pips and peeps, fluffy penguin chick hatches at Oregon Zoo
After a couple of peep-filled days spent emerging from its shell, a new chick has joined the Oregon Zoo’s Humboldt penguin…
Continue ReadingFriend of slain kids’ mom describes ‘zombie’ claims to jury
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A mom accused of killing her two youngest children and a romantic rival described some people as possessed or “zombies,”…
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Gov. Kotek signs Oregon CHIPS Act, $210 million bid to retain, lure more semiconductor business
With lawmakers and advocates on hand, Gov. Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill 4 – the Oregon CHIPS Act – into law during a ceremonial bill signing…
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OSU study finds bees flock to clearcut areas, but numbers fall as forest canopy returns
Native bees in the Oregon Coast Range are diverse and abundant in clearcut areas within a few years of timber harvest but their numbers drop sharply…
Continue ReadingOregon police investigating 14-year-old girl’s death, abuse
KENO, Ore. (AP) — The Klamath County Sheriff’s Office in southern Oregon is investigating the death of a 14-year-old girl who lived in squalid…
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OLCC seeks public comment on proposal to double 50-cent surcharge on distilled spirits
The Board of Commissioners of the Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission will accept written public comment on a possible doubling of the current…
Continue ReadingHundreds rally against proposed large Idaho wind farm
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Several hundred people rallied against plans for a large-scale wind energy project in southern Idaho, hoping to convince…
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Charged debate on Oregon gun bills reflects national divide
By ANDREW SELSKY Associated Press SALEM, Ore. (AP) — An emotionally charged debate over Oregon’s gun-related legislation recently brought…
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State Land Board urges action on impacts of abandoned, hazardous vessels
The State Land Board is urging continued action to address the impacts of abandoned and derelict vessels on public waterways and funding for public…
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Dept. of Education awards $1.6 million to help OSU, PSU train school-based mental health professionals
Sens. Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced the U.S. Department of Education will be awarding Portland State University and Oregon State…
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Oregon Zoo welcomes bouncing baby bontebok — a rebounding species success story
The Oregon Zoo welcomed a rare African bontebok calf this month, the latest chapter in what’s considered one of history’s most inspiring…
Continue ReadingOregon trooper finds driver held at gunpoint; suspect dead
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon State Police trooper exchanged gunfire with a man who was holding the driver of a semitrailer at gunpoint Monday…
Continue ReadingMoney, power, sex: Attorney says slain kids’ mom used all 3
By REBECCA BOONE Associated Press BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A mother accused in the triple murder of her two youngest children as well as her new…
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Oregon gas prices up over 7 cents/gallon in past week, pushing average to $3.94, GasBuddy reports
Average gasoline prices in Oregon have risen 7.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.94/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 1,307…
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ODFW awarded federal grant to study, find proactive solutions to marine mammal disease threats
Last year, Oregon’s marine mammal stranding network documented over 150 sick or dead sea lions on the coast, with wildlife veterinarians confirming…
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Oregon AG welcomes ‘huge victory’ in Wash. abortion pill ruling; OHA says mifepristone still legal, available
Two conflicting federal judges’ rulings Friday regarding the legality of the abortion medication Mifepristone brought several statements from Oregon…
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Oregon Zoo mourns loss of black bear Takoda from cardiac arrest during routine checkup
The Oregon Zoo is in mourning following the sudden and unexpected loss of Takoda, the youngest of the zoo’s black bear family, who died Friday…
Continue ReadingJudge in Washington orders feds to keep abortion pill access
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — A federal judge in Washington state on Friday ordered U.S. authorities not to make any changes that would restrict access to…
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Gov. Kotek outlines coordinated response to groundwater contamination in Lower Umatilla Basin
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – In response to an ongoing groundwater contamination in the Lower Umatilla Basin, Gov. Tina Kotek reiterated her commitment…
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