Oregon's flood preparedness under spotlight after Texas flooding deaths

Deadly Texas flooding that killed over 100 people has prompted questions about Oregon's disaster preparedness and emergency response systems. The deadly Texas flooding that has claimed the lives of more than 100 people and left many more missing has …

How Oregon’s Ambitious Transportation Plan Went Nowhere

The Oregon legislature adjourned last month without striking a deal on new transportation funding, which lawmakers say is needed to clear a backlog of deferred maintenance on roads and bridges. The Oregon Department of Transportation has given layoff …

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Dan Lanning Must Fix Gruelling Oregon Issue for Dante Moore to Win in B1G, Despite Urban Meyer Statement

If you’re an Oregon fan, you’ve probably replayed Dillon Gabriel or Bo Nix’s highlights on loop for the past few years. Both have been legends in the college football world. But as much as the fans love Nix and Gabriel, it’s time to turn the page. And that …

Five-star recruit wears Oregon gear as decision nears

St. Paul's Episcopal (Alabama) five-star defensive end Anthony "Tank" Jones is one of the most athletic recruits anywhere in the country. As a junior, the 6-foot-4, 240-pound edge-rusher recorded 84 tackles, 18 tackles-for-loss and 16 sacks …

Oregon Accelerator Students’ NIL Work Featured on OPB

UO junior Ellie Watson photographs acrobat and tumbler Emily Rezner on May 8, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. Watson is part of Oregon Accelerator, a student-run organization helping athletes learn more about Name, Image and Likeness, or NIL, deals. Kyra Buckley …

Oregon wildfire updates: Elk Fire holds at 2,000 acres 

(This story has been updated to include additional information) Wildfires are continuing to burn in southern Oregon. Here is the latest update.  As of July 10, one lane remained closed on I-5 northbound and one lane is closed on I-5 southbound, due to the …

Oregon Democratic Sen. Jeff Merkley says he’s running for reelection

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Democratic U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon said Thursday that he will run for reelection next year to seek a fourth term in Congress. In a statement, the 68-year-old denounced the Trump administration and described efforts to stand …

Father Thomas Hennen named bishop of Baker, Oregon, as Bishop Cary retires

Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Liam Cary, who has led the Diocese of Baker, Oregon, since 2012, and appointed Father Thomas Hennen of Iowa as his successor. The Vatican made the announcement July 10 through Cardinal Christophe Pierre, …

'I'm always looking to our future': Second data center under consideration in Oregon

The site selector for the city's first planned data center has eyes on expansion, according to Mayor Mike Seferian. OREGON, Ohio — Marty Czyzewski has lived near Corduroy and Wynn Road for seven years, but says he’s now preparing to move after agreeing …