Satellite video shows smoke from western wildfires blowing across US
Video from space shows smoke from wildfires burning in the western U.S. blowing across the country, reaching as far as New York.
1 killed, at least 6 others hurt in Portland shooting near food truck pod
An 18-year-old woman was killed and at least six others were hurt overnight in downtown Portland when someone started shooting into a crowd of people near a food truck pod.
Bootleg Fire larger than NYC, needs 'Mother Nature’s help' to be stopped
The largest wildfire burning in the country isn’t expected to be fully contained unless a “season-ending weather event,” such as significant rain or snow, lends a helping hand.
Bootleg fire: Dangerous 'fire clouds' form over Oregon
Smoke and heat from the massive wildfire in southeastern Oregon are creating so-called fire clouds over the blaze.
‘Scary’: Fuel shortage could ground firefighting aircraft
Airport officials facing jet fuel shortages are concerned they’ll have to wave off planes and helicopters that drop fire retardants during what could be a ferocious wildfire season, potentially endangering surrounding communities.
Water crisis reaches boiling point on Oregon-California line
Farmers and fishermen along the California-Oregon border struggle to continue their family businesses as the water crisis reaches a state of emergency.
Blackouts in US Northwest due to heat wave, deaths reported
The unprecedented Northwest U.S. heat wave that slammed Seattle and Portland, Oregon, moved inland Tuesday — prompting a electrical utility in Spokane, Washington, to resume rolling blackouts amid heavy power demand.
Concern grows over the fate of young gray wolf celebrated for historic California journey
There is growing concern over the fate of a rare gray wolf that made a remarkable journey from Oregon and across at least 16 California counties, to travel farther south than any other GPS collared wolf in the Golden State in more than a century.
Oregon lawmaker charged for breach of Oregon State Capitol
Prosecutors have levelled two criminal charges against a Republican member of the Oregon House of Representatives who let far-right rioters into the state Capitol in December.
Oregon lawmaker charged in state capitol breach
Prosecutors have levelled two criminal charges against a Republican member of the Oregon House of Representatives who let far-right rioters into the state Capitol in December. Rep. Mike Nearman was charged with official misconduct in the first degree and criminal trespass in the second degree.
Riot declared in Portland when protesters smash windows, set fires after police kill man
Portland has been the site of frequent protests, many involving violent clashes between officers and demonstrators. The latest comes after police shot and killed a man Friday.
Rare gray wolf from Oregon travels 'significant distance,' south into Central California
A rare gray wolf being tracked by California and Oregon animal officials is moving into unchartered territory for GPS-collared wolves that have preceded him.
With 'big one' around the corner, quake alert system launches in Oregon
People in Oregon will be better prepared for earthquakes — particularly important in the Pacific Northwest because experts say “the big one" is coming — as an early warning system launched Thursday.
Person who went to work sick likely caused Oregon COVID-19 outbreaks that killed 7, officials say
A person who went to work sick likely caused two separate COVID-19 outbreaks in Oregon, resulting in seven deaths and forcing more than 300 people into quarantine, officials said.
Oregon nurse placed on leave after posting TikTok video saying she doesn't wear masks
An Oregon hospital has placed an oncology nurse on administrative leave after she posted a video on social media in which she said she does not follow safety directives meant to prevent the spread of COVID-19 when she is not at work.
Plan released to reduce massive wildfires in US West
The plan released by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management aims to limit wildfires in a 350,000-square-mile area of mainly sagebrush habitat that includes parts of Idaho, Oregon, Washington, California, Nevada and Utah.
Real Christmas trees provide holiday comfort for many amid pandemic
Christmas tree growers who have faced increased interest in artificial trees in recent years say demand for real, fresh-cut evergreens is strong this season.
'Home Improvement' actor Zachery Ty Bryan arrested for strangulation, assault
Zachery Ty Bryan, the actor who played the oldest son on the long-running 1990s sitcom “Home Improvement,” was arrested in Oregon and faces charges of strangulation and assault.
Oakland, Portland sue over use of federal agents at protests
The Justice Department and the Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to requests for comment Thursday.
Boy gives Baby Yoda to firefighters, the doll now serves as moral support on fire lines
A little green doll has served as a morale booster and has brought smiles and a feeling of comfort and connection to fire crews battling wildfires in Oregon and Colorado, and he just might be making plans for a visit to California soon.