On Monday August 3, 2026 at about 12:36pm, a Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputy observed a gray Jeep Wrangler driving southbound in the center lane of Highway 101 near Milepost 143, in South Beach. The deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop by activating their emergency lights but the Jeep failed to stop and continued southbound on Highway 101. The Jeep continued driving recklessly as deputies pursued the vehicle. Spike strips were successfully deployed near Milepost 153,

On Friday July 31, 2026, around 1:00 AM, a concerned citizen witnessed subjects actively cutting Electric Vehicle chargers at the Lincoln City Outlet Mall and immediately notified Lincoln City Police (LCPD). Officers surrounded the Outlet Mall and intercepted the suspects as they were leaving in a blue Honda Ridgeline. Both suspects were taken into custody without further incident. A search warrant was obtained and executed, leading to the recovery of over two dozen heavy-dut

The Toledo Police Department recognized a local citizen with the Metorious Conduct Award. Matthew Miner was recognized for his courageous and selfless actions during a serious motor vehicle crash on May 10, 2026, near Highway 20 milepost 15. When a vehicle left the roadway, traveled down a steep embankment, and came to rest in Simpson Creek, Mr. Miner did not hesitate to act. Along with two co-workers, he stopped to help, but Mr. Miner went even further by entering the cree