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Welcome to our Oregon News category, where we bring you the latest and most relevant news stories from the beautiful state of Oregon. From the stunning Pacific coastline to the rugged Cascade Mountains, Oregon is home to a wealth of natural beauty, diverse communities, and exciting cultural events.

Bend May Be Getting A Second Chick-Fil-A, No Official Date In Sight

If you love Chick-fil-A as much as we do, you may be happy to hear a second Chick-fil-A restaurant may open in Bend, this time in the southern part of the city. At least the business has begun the process. Bend, Oregon is a popular outdoor recreation destination located in the Pacific Northwest...

The Greater Idaho Movement: A Controversial Effort to Expand State Boundaries

Some conservative eastern Oregon counties would be moved into Idaho as part of the 'Greater Idaho' movement.

Nuka the Northern Sea Otter Has Died at the Oregon Coast Aquarium

It is with deep sadness that the Oregon Coast Aquarium announces the passing of Nuka, one of the Aquarium's resident northern sea otters. Located near Yaquina Bay in Newport, Oregon, the Oregon Coast Aquarium opened in 1992 on 23 acres. Nuka passed away following an emergency veterinary procedure...

A Kidnapping Suspect in Oregon Died of a Self-Inflicted Gunshot

Several hours after he was taken into custody following a standoff, Benjamin Obadiah Foster died at a hospital, according to a Grants Pass police lieutenant.

Kidnapping Suspect Wanted in Oregon For Torture

Police say a man accused of torturing a woman in Oregon and convicted in Nevada of holding another captive is using dating apps to find new victims and avoid the police. The 36-year-old, Benjamin Obadiah Foster, has been the target of an intensive, round-the-clock police search after a woman was...
Undersea Gardens to close on the Oregon Coast

Undersea Gardens to close on the Oregon Coast

After more than 50 years, the Oregon Undersea Gardens in Newport is closing their doors for good. According to their post on social media, they will be open for free public tours until Sunday, September 8. “It has been a great journey, but it is time to move on,” the...

Milepost 97 Fire Grows to Over 11,000 Acres

Milepost 97 Fire Grows to Over 11,000 Acres

The Milepost 97 Fire south of Canyonville, which sources say was caused by a human, began on Wednesday night and as of 9:30 a.m. has grown to over 11,000 acres. With no expected containment date in sight, at this time the blaze is threatening 586 structures. According...

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