New Oregon transportation laws include more local control on setting speed limits
On Jan. 1, several new state laws will take effect that the Oregon Department of Transportation says will increase the equity in Oregon’s…
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New federal law aims to protect against surprise medical bills; Oregon agencies can help
The situation happens all too often: You go to an in-network hospital, but receive a surprise medical bill from an out-of-network doctor. However,…
Continue ReadingFootprints in snow helps K-9 Atlas track down burglary suspect in Beaverton
By Web Staff BEAVERTON, Ore. (KPTV) — Officers were able to track down an early morning burglary suspect thanks to…
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Deschutes County reports 326 COVID-19 cases, sets daily record; rate leads state
There are nine new COVID-19 related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 5,640, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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COVID, snow force flight cancellations at Sea-Tac Airport; more snow before frigid NW thaws
A thaw-out is coming for the frozen Seattle and Portland areas, but not before another round of snow that could compound travel and other problems…
Continue ReadingNearly 100 rounds fired in shooting outside NE Portland bar
By Web Staff Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — The Portland Police Bureau is investigating…
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OSU study: Pregnant women living near oil, gas drilling sites face higher hypertension risk
In a study of nearly three million births over 13 years, Oregon State University researchers found that pregnant women living in close proximity to…
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Oregon State Parks set to start charging out-of-state campers more for RV sites
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will begin charging out-of-state residents 25% more for RV sites for stays beginning Saturday, Jan. 1, as…
Continue ReadingOutreach teams help homeless during severe weather
By SARAH HURWITZ Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — In the cold weather, outreach teams are…
Continue ReadingKing County buys 300,000 home COVID tests amid surge
SEATTLE (AP) — King County plans to distribute 300,000 COVID-19 at-home test kits to community groups, health centers, libraries and other…
Continue Reading OSU Veterinary Diagnostic lab receives 3 grants to expand emergency response capacity
Three grants from the National Animal Health Laboratory Network will allow the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory housed at Oregon State…
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They’re not just giant mammals on long ocean journeys: They’re ‘IndividuWhales’
Scarlett is known for the large scar on her back. Equal bears the mark of a boat propeller injury. Roller Skate’s fluke was damaged due to…
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OLCC makes major revisions to cannabis rules, adds hemp standards, regulations
At a special meeting Tuesday, the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission approved significant changes for regulating the legal marijuana industry and…
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OSU, OSU-Cascades to require booster shots; COVID tests required for students staying on campus
Oregon State University said Tuesday it plans to resume in-person instruction and other activities and operations on Jan. 3 as planned at all…
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Oregon home mortgage foreclosures moratorium expires on Friday; free help available
The foreclosure moratorium in Oregon that will end on Friday, Dec. 31 was established to prevent foreclosures for those who lost income or were…
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Oregon reports first 3 cases of drug-resistant ‘superbug’ fungus Candida auris
The Oregon Health Authority said late Tuesday it is investigating an outbreak of the state’s first three cases of Candida auris, a serious fungal…
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Oregon reports 8 more COVID-19 related deaths, 1 in Deschutes County; 1,900 new cases
There are eight newly reported COVID-19-related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 5,631, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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More areas reopen in Santiam State Forest after 2020 Labor Day fires
About 4,000 acres of the Santiam State Forest will reopen to public access on Jan. 1 after the 2020 Labor Day fires heavily impacted the…
Continue ReadingWashington state reports record number of COVID infections
SEATTLE (AP) — The Washington Department of Health has reported a new record number of cases tallied in a single day. The Seattle Times reports…
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Oregon recreational boating deaths fall in 2021, but still above historical levels
The year 2021 was a safer boating year in Oregon than 2020, the Oregon State Marine Board said Tuesday, but the number of fatalities was still…
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