A joint investigation by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI has led to the seizure of roughly 14 pounds of illegal drugs, two firearms, and thousands of dollars in cash. Authorities served three simultaneous search warrants in Oregon and Washington as part of an ongoing effort to disrupt a suspected drug trafficking network.

The Oregon Tech Foundation has awarded more than $1.1 million in scholarships for the 2025–26 academic year, marking the fourth straight year of million-dollar support for students. The awards recognize academic achievement, financial need, and donor commitment to Oregon Tech’s mission.

The U.S. Mint has officially ended production of the penny after more than two centuries, citing rising costs and shifting consumer habits. The coin will remain legal tender, but some Oregon retailers — including a well-known Medford store — are already adjusting with new rounding policies for cash purchases.

A Central Point man was arrested late Tuesday night after deputies say he sexually abused a 13-year-old girl he had met on Snapchat. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office says the suspect attempted to flee but was stopped and taken into custody.

A Texas defense contractor’s inquiry about leasing land at Newport Municipal Airport has raised concerns that a new ICE facility could be planned for Oregon’s coast. Local and state leaders say they’ve received little information from federal agencies and are demanding clarity.

Medford Police arrested three suspects after an armed menacing incident and vehicle chase near Hawthorne Park. Officers recovered two stolen firearms linked to a recent robbery, and a police K9 helped apprehend one suspect hiding in Bear Creek.

A federal spending bill could redefine legal hemp and ban many CBD and hemp-derived products, threatening Oregon’s hemp industry. Southern Oregon farmers say the proposed policy misunderstands the plant’s chemistry and could devastate rural economies.

After decades of waiting, the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs has laid to rest eight unclaimed veterans and one family member with full military honors at Willamette National Cemetery. The ceremony ensured long-forgotten heroes finally received the recognition and dignity they earned through service.

Governor Tina Kotek has signed House Bill 3991, securing $300 million to maintain Oregon’s roads, bridges, and transit systems while preventing layoffs and updating how the state funds transportation.

After seven days of intensive search efforts in the Mount Hood National Forest, the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office has suspended the active search for missing hunter Devon Dobek. More than a dozen agencies and 4,000 volunteer hours were dedicated to the effort, which will resume if new evidence or leads emerge.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek announced that full November SNAP benefits have been restored after a court order required the federal government to continue funding food assistance during the shutdown.

A person riding an electric scooter was struck and killed by an Amtrak train Friday morning near Southeast 11th Avenue and Clinton Street in Portland, police said. The Major Crash Team is investigating.

The search for 51-year-old hunter Devon Dobek entered its seventh day Thursday, as crews from across Oregon continue to comb rugged terrain in the Mount Hood National Forest.

A traffic stop in Linn County led to a major fentanyl seizure when Oregon State Police K-9 Millie uncovered a hidden compartment containing drugs, a firearm, and cash. Three suspects were arrested and the case has been referred to the DEA.

Oregon State Parks has announced fee increases, policy changes, and new sustainability efforts for 2026, including higher parking costs and updated reservation rules. The changes aim to address a $14 million shortfall and ensure the long-term future of Oregon’s 250+ parks.

The City of Redmond and Deschutes County have approved a joint plan to co-manage a 10-acre homeless camp near the Redmond Airport. The managed site will include 72 campsites with utilities and services, and is expected to open by January 2026.

Oregon State Police are investigating two fatal crashes and one serious injury collision that occurred over the weekend in Malheur and Sherman Counties. Troopers are asking the public for information in one of the incidents, which left two people seriously injured.

Governor Tina Kotek has allocated $1 million in emergency funds to Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribes to combat food insecurity during the federal shutdown, which has disrupted SNAP benefits for families statewide.

The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office continues leading an intensive multi-agency search for missing hunter Devon Dobek in the Mount Hood National Forest, where poor weather and hazardous terrain have slowed progress but not determination.

A 36-year-old Grants Pass man was killed early Monday when a vehicle left the roadway, rolled multiple times, and caught fire on Highway 238 in Josephine County. OSP says speed and impairment are suspected factors.