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Driver Charged In Crash That Killed UCC Player, Coach

2 days ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Coos Bay, Ore. – The man believed to be responsible for the crash that killed two members of a college softball team is now charged with a list of crimes. James Dowdy was released from the hospital Monday and arrested for Manslaughter, Assault, Driving Under the Influence, Driving While Suspended and other charges. The 32-year-old Coos Bay man is now in the Coos County Jail.
OR State Senator Passes Away at 75

3 days ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Salem, Ore. – Oregon State Senator Aaron Woods (D-Wilsonville) passed away at the age of 75 Saturday, surrounded by his family. Senate President Rob Wagner (D-Lake Oswego) announced the death Monday, remembering Woods for his wisdom, service and kindness, “Aaron had a deep heart for public service. He loved being in the Senate and loved working on behalf of the people in his community. He brought a unique and important perspective to our work, and he was a kind and trusted friend.
Bend Man Crashes Into Jail Wall

3 days ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Bend, Ore, – An alleged drunk driver took himself to jail in Bend, over the weekend. State Police arrested 38-year-old Thomas Lee Downs after they say he drove through the gate of the secured parking lot at the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office late Saturday night. Investigators say it appears the pickup was speeding when it hit the gate and crashed into a block wall, causing around $80,000 in damage. Downs is charged with DUII, violating parole and other crimes.
Highway 26 Closed West Of Government Camp

6 days ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Breaking News | Highway 26 Closed West Of Government Camp Sandy, Ore. – U.S. Highway 26 closed Friday morning, due to a major crash, about five miles west of Government Camp and 24 miles east of Sandy.
Country Celebrating Paul Revere Friday

6 days ago | pnwag.net | Heather Roberts

“One if by land, two if by sea”, It was more than just a memorable line in an historic poem. Oregon kicks off a nationwide celebration of our nation’s founding Friday. Kerry Tymchuck, with the Oregon Historical Society, said Two Lights for Tomorrow is more than just a commemoration of Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride. "Signify that America is looking at its past and thinking about its future, and that we’re a unified country and an appreciation of American history,” he noted.
Oregonians Commemorate Paul Revere's Ride

1 week ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Portland, Ore. – Oregonians are invited to shine two lights on their homes Friday night, in honor of a big national anniversary. “One if by land, two if by sea” is more than just a memorable line in an historic poem.
Celebrity Grant Allows OR Fire District To Purchase New Gear

1 week ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

A rural Oregon fire district has a Hollywood celebrity to thank for new safety equipment. Southwest Polk Fire District, in Dallas, has just 20 firefighters – a mix of paid and volunteers operating on a small budget.
Rep. Bonamici Tours OR Food Bank After Fed. Cuts

2 weeks ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Beaverton, Ore. – Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR1) toured an Oregon Food Bank warehouse Thursday, where shelves typically filled with food were stocked with 40% less food than normal. OFB President Andrea Williams told the Oregon Democrat the nonprofit is struggling to supply food to regional partners, following cuts at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, “We’re seeing a reduction of 90 less truckloads for the rest of this year. That means less food for Oregonians.
Oregon Woman Receives Two Kidneys From Same Family, 34 Years Apart

3 weeks ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Portland, Ore. – An Oregon woman is celebrating family after two kidney transplants 34 years apart. “I feel like I have a new lease on life,” says Susan Posner, of Eugene, “And it’s pretty wonderful.”Posner’s first transplant at OHSU was in 1991. She says when she first told her brother Ian about her kidney’s failing, he immediately said he would get on a plane from Scotland.
Burns Community Rallies Around Neighbors Amid Flooding

3 weeks ago | kxl.com | Heather Roberts

Burns, Ore. – “It just came too hard, too fast and too much,” Bob Yunker says of rising floodwaters not seen in Harney County in decades. “Three weeks ago, we had maybe 18 inches of snow, but that’s not including the snowpack up in the hills.