Oregon officials warn public about new phishing scam targeting drivers
Scammers are sending text messages that claim to be from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) or the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), warning recipients about supposed unpaid traffic fines or toll balances.
Bridge repair on OR 6 at Devils Lake Fork starts February with lane closures
Repair work on the Devils Lake Fork Bridge on Oregon Route 6 is scheduled to begin the week of February 9, 2026.
Portland man convicted for failing to obey order at ICE building
A Portland resident, David Pearl, 35, was found guilty on two counts related to incidents at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in South Portland.
Analysis: Oregon one of 21 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Beaver State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Oregon is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female…
Oregon DOT seeks public input on draft 2027-2030 transportation improvement plan
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has launched an online open house for the draft 2027-2030 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
Lake Oswego man sentenced to six years for drug trafficking and money laundering
A Lake Oswego man has been sentenced to federal prison after being convicted of trafficking cocaine and laundering money through cryptocurrency.
Winter pet care tips issued by Oregon Department of Agriculture
Oregon winters can present risks for pets, especially for older animals, puppies, kittens, and those with short hair.
Analysis: Oregon among 21 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Beaver State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Oregon is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female…
Pedestrian safety upgrades completed on Hall Boulevard intersections in Tigard
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), in partnership with the City of Tigard and Washington County, has completed a pedestrian safety project on Hall Boulevard at SW Hemlock and SW Spruce streets.
NFIB Oregon invites small business owners to Capitol event on January 22
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Oregon is inviting small business owners to attend the upcoming Small Business Day at the State Capitol on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Oregon collected $11.2 billion in income taxes in 2024
In 2024, Oregon collected a total of $17.2 billion in state taxes, with $11.2 billion coming from income taxes—a decrease of 24.1% compared to the previous year.
ICE lodges detainer for truck driver charged in Oregon fatal crash
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged a detainer for Rajinder Kumar, who faces charges of criminally negligent homicide following a fatal semi-truck crash in Oregon.