Newport City leaders have begun formally discussing the future of the Big Creek Dam, signaling the start of a critical decision-making process for local infrastructure and public safety. During the city council meeting on April 20, city council members heard from city engineer, Chris Beatty, along with a representative from the consulting firm Jacobs Engineering. The Newport City Council selected two alternative design approaches presented by Jacobs Engineering that address c

On Sunday April 19th, 2026 an individual contacted the Toledo Police Department with information concerning a Toledo resident, Elton Don Hostler, being in possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). Through investigation officers developed probable cause to believe Mr. Hostler was in possession of CSAM. A portion of the CSAM appeared to be from internet sources, but also included CSAM videos involving local child victims. As officers began preparing search warrants on M

The Pacific Fisheries Management Council (PFMC) has finalized the 2026 ocean salmon seasons, including ocean waters off Oregon. Recommended salmon seasons are not official until final approval by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce (expected by Saturday, May 16), and after adoption by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission on April 24 for waters within three nautical miles of shore. Conservation objectives for California Coastal Chinook, Klamath River fall Chinook, and Lower Colu