Tweet Increase in avian flu expected during fall migration: Do not handle sick or dead waterfowl, hunters should take precautions November 2, 2023 SALEM, Ore.— Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been circulating in wild birds in North America since December 2021 and continues to be detected
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Tweet Commission meets Jan. 12 in Salem to discuss recruitment of new ODFW director January 5, 2024 SALEM, Ore.—The Fish and Wildlife Commission meets Friday, Jan. 12 beginning at 8 a.m. at ODFW Headquarters, 4034 Fairview Industrial Drive SE, Salem. See t
Clatsop County, Ore 19 Dec 2024- On Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 6:04 p.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on Hwy-30, near milepost 77, in Clatsop County.The preliminary investigation indicated an eastbound Mazda 3, operated by August Aleksander Crawford (26) of Clatskanie, attempted to pass an eastbound Freightliner CMV and trailer, operated by Steven Rabon Skripsey II (42) of Astoria, in a no passing zone. The Mazda entered the westbound lane and encountered a westbo
Deschutes County, Ore 20 Dec 2024- On Friday, December 20, 2024, at 4:12 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Hwy-97, near milepost 128, in Deschutes County.The preliminary investigation indicated a northbound Ford Town & Country, operated by Steven Thomas Lakey (54) of Bend, struck a pedestrian, Glenn Curtis Watkins (28) of Bend, who was on the roadway for unknown reasons.The pedestrian (Watkins) was declared deceased at the scene.The operator of the F
<strong>Northbound lanes of Interstate 5 are closed just south of Exit 278 - about halfway between Woodburn and Wilsonville - due to a crash. The closure may last several hours Saturday night, so please use an alternate route or delay your trip if possible. Watch out and slow down for emergency responders in the area. </strong>
On Sunday, December 15th, 2024, Portland Police Officers assigned to East Precinct conducted a major criminal interdiction operation in East Portland in collaboration with the Bureau's Neighborhood Response Teams (NRT) and the Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit (NOC). The operation led to significant drug seizures and the recovery of multiple firearms and stolen vehicles. PPB was assisted by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. Representatives from the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the
The Portland Police Bureau is updating its current count of traffic related fatalities for 2023 and 2024 year-to-date (YTD). A PPB internal analysis of the database used to count the traffic deaths revealed that a small number were unintentionally double-counted for last year and this year. PPB regrets our errors in reporting. The corrected counts of traffic related deaths in the City of Portland are listed below: 2024: 65 (YTD) 2023: 75 Data reported previously remains accurate: 2022: 59
This morning just after 9:00 AM Portland Firefighters were called to a warehouse fire on the 6100 block of NE Lombard St. Arriving crews found heavy smoke billowing from a warehouse. Firefighters moved into the structure to locate the fire and to search for any trapped occupants. After talking to employees crews were able to determine that everyone was accounted for and that no one was injured. Locating the fire however, proved more difficult. This fire was burning in the center of the ware
The Lane County Sheriff’s Office was recently made aware of a scam targeting family members of adults in custody at the Lane County Jail.The scammers appear to be looking up the current bookings, then calling family members to request payment for the person to be released on an ankle monitor or with other conditions, usually which require additional payments.The scammers use official sounding titles, claiming the person in custody will be released for mental health treatment. However, the
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Released By: Sergeant Jason WallRelease Date: December 20, 2024Location: Area of Masten Road and Jackpine Road Narrative:On December 20th, 2024, at approximately 8:30 am, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a report of a deceased subject at a camp north of Masten Road and east of Jackpine Road. Upon arrival deputies began investigating a suspicious death.The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with the Deschutes County District At
FBI Proposed Statement:The FBI is aware of the offensive and racist mailings sent to individuals and organizations in Lincoln County, Oregon. The FBI’s mission is to protect the American people and uphold the U.S. Constitution. Actions outside a lawful process infringe on everyone’s rights and law enforcement’s collective ability to keep people safe, regardless of their race.Community members who feel they are being physically threatened should report those conce
Warm Connection Project ROSEBURG, OR – H.O.P.E. Drug Court graduate phase participants schedule an event to provide warm food and warming items to local unhoused individuals. The Douglas County H.O.P.E. Drug Court program has scheduled the 108th graduation ceremony on February 3, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in the Community Hall building. Graduate hopefuls Catherine Silva and Shane Bennett have partnered to create an event during a standard Connectin
REDMOND, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at Smith Rock State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1. It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks for free guided hikes in state parks on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at Smith Rock State Park:The approximately 1.5-mile round trip hike highlights all the unique wonders of Smith Rock and the su
LA PINE, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at La Pine State Park on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks for free guided hikes in state parks on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at La Pine State Park:The approximately 3-mile hike is on the Deschutes River Loop Trail and follows the curves of the Deschutes River.
Gresham, Ore.— Police are looking for witnesses to a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred near NE Burnside Rd and NE Cleveland Ave in Gresham. The crash happened just after midnight on December 7th. 50-year-old Ryan Winchester was crossing Burnside Rd when he was struck by a passing vehicle. Winchester died at the scene. The driver who struck Winchester did not stop. The East County Vehicular Crimes Team was activated and responded to investigate the crash. Gr
FORT KLAMATH, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is offering a free guided First Day Hike at Jackson Kimball State Recreation Site on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.It's part of the annual First Day Hikes in partnership with America’s State Parks for free guided hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted at Jackson F. Kimball State Recreation Site:Join us for a brisk morning 3-mile hike to the headw
Rate decision supports investments in battery storage, transmission infrastructure and maintenance to improve reliability for customers.PORTLAND, Ore. (Dec. 20, 2024) – The Oregon Public Utility Commission (OPUC) issued its decision today in the 2025 rate review requested by Portland General Electric in February 2024. The resulting rate changes, ranging from 5.5% to 7.7% based upon customer type, will take effect January 1, 2025, and support infrastructure investments serving cus
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will host a free guided hike at the Spring Valley Access Trail on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1.OPRD is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.Information about the hike hosted on the Spring Valley Access Trail:Winter in the valley is often described as dark, dull and devoid of color. This is not true on the Spring Valley A