Government

Gov. Kotek proposes using $160 million from state’s ‘rainy day fund’ for one-time wildfire funding

Desperate for money to get through the next two wildfire seasons and with few proposals on the table…

High School

Tostenson smashes distance-running milestone at Portland Track Festival

Crater star sets state high school record in 1,500 meters, while teammate Kitchen posts sub-14 5K

High School

2025 All-State Softball

Several local players earn all-state softball acclaim on listings from Class 6A and 5A levels

Sports

Medford Rogues rally with 10-run frame to keep up winning ways

Rogues take series with Baum Bat NW for 11th win entering Tuesday's series opener against South Bay Storm

Public Safety

Oregon Health Authority issues precautionary algae bloom advisory for Lost Creek Lake

The Oregon Health Authority issued a precautionary advisory on Friday after a dog death was reported following exposure…

Government

Crying in the Oregon Legislature: Lawmakers keep breaking into tears, unheard of a generation ago

In her three years in the Oregon Legislature, Rep. Annessa Hartman says she has cried in front of colleagues so many…

Crime & Justice

Jail log: Monday, June 16

Arrests Failure to appear, criminal trespass — Jeremy Allen Harvey, 30, no known address. Medford police arrested Harvey…

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Local News

‘Grieving for our democracy’: Oregon officials condemn attacks on Minnesota lawmakers

Oregon elected officials responded with shock and sadness Saturday to news that one Minnesota lawmaker was killed and…

Local News

Oregon kicker deal could fund wildfire fight, preserve some tax rebates

With time running out, lawmakers debate redirecting $1 billion to wildfire prevention while keeping rebates for low- and…

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