Lauren Pretto

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Multimedia Journalist at KOBI-TV (Medford, OR) / KOTI-TV (Klamath Falls, OR)

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Local Little League raising money to send one team to District Tournament

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

MEDFORD, Ore.- The Medford National Little League is raising money to send one team to the district tournament. “Support us at district!” the team screamed. The Medford National Little League is a local nonprofit fully ran by volunteers who help kids learn all about America’s favorite pastime. Michael Moreira is the manager of the league’s nine-, 10-, and 11-year-old All Star team.
Klamath Falls man facing attempted murder charges, 19-year-old shot

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore.- A Klamath Falls man is facing Attempted Murder charges for a second time after he allegedly shot a man. 34-year-old Taylor Reed Jackson faces charges of Attempted Murder, First and Second Degree Assault, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm. According to the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of a shooting in the 1700 block of Gary St. around 4:00 a.m. Thursday. There, 19-year-old Kane Harrell was found with gunshot wounds.
Suspicious death turns into murder investigation, man arrested in Medford

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

MEDFORD, Ore.- A suspicious death investigation leads to a murder suspect being arrested in Medford. 60-year-old William Hastings of Eagle Point faces charges of Second Degree Murder and First Degree Abuse of a Corpse. Wednesday night, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducted a wellness check in the 4000 Block of South Pacific Highway in Phoenix. There, they found 60-year-old Julie Hastings dead in her home under suspicious circumstances.
Minor killed in electric dirt bike collision, investigation underway

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

CENTRAL POINT, Ore.- An investigation is underway after a minor was killed in an electric dirt bike crash Thursday night. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, along with OSP and Jacksonville police, responded to a report of a crash at the intersection of Ross Ln. and Old Stage Rd. in Central Point around 9:00 p.m.Police say a motorcycle and an electric dirt bike collided, resulting in the death of the minor who was on the dirt bike.
SOU hosts 20th annual Student Film Festival

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

ASHLAND, Ore.- SOU hosted its 20th annual Student Film Festival Wednesday night. This annual tradition is created by students in SOU’s Film Distribution and Festivals course, taught by Assistant Professor Christopher Lucas. Over 30 student films were submitted to the festival, with 16 picked to be screened. This year’s festival shows a mix of genres including comedy, horror/sci-fi, drama, and animation. Wednesday night’s showing was completely sold out with 170 seats filled.
SOU softball celebrates NAIA title with parade, trophy ceremony

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

ASHLAND, Ore.- SOU softball celebrated their national championship with a parade Wednesday afternoon on the streets of Ashland. The Raiders completed an improbable run through the World Series elimination bracket, winning seven straight games to become national champions for the fourth time in six years. During the trophy ceremony, Softball Coach Jessica Pistole said this championship is a testament to the dedication and teamwork of the girls.
Josephine Co. Budget Committee pushing decisions to deadline

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

GRANTS PASS, Ore.- The Josephine County Budget Committee voting to hold off on approving department budgets, including the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office, which has requested additional funds. The budget committee held a meeting Wednesday morning to go over the county budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Sheriff Dave Daniel requested the committee consider approving an additional $774,300 for the sheriff’s office on top of what the budget officer recommended.
Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office investigating missing Eagle Point girl

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

EAGLE POINT, Ore.- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a missing 12-year-old girl from Eagle Point. Taylor Pool is around 5’2, 100 pounds, with reddish brown hair and hazel eyes. She was last seen on May 15 in the Rogue River Dr. area of Eagle Point. She left voluntarily and was dropped off in McKinleyville, California. It is believed she is still in McKinleyville but is known to frequent Crescent City, Arcata, and Loleta.
Health care experts warn about impacts of potential Medicaid cuts

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

MEDFORD, Ore.- Health care experts warn that 100,000 to 200,000 Oregonians could become uninsured if what President Trump calls the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” passes in the Senate. “Of all the meetings we’ve had this last year, this particular informational is the one that’s caused me to lose the most sleep,” State Senator and Chair of the Oregon Senate Health Care Committee Deb Patterson said.
Grants Pass police searching for missing teen girl

3 weeks ago | kobi5.com | Lauren Pretto

GRANTS PASS, Ore.- Grants Pass police are asking community members for help in finding a missing girl. Minnay Smith is a 15-year-old girl who has been missing since May 24th. She is around 5’8, 160 pounds, and she has hazel eyes and light brown hair. She was last seen in a black sweatshirt and black and white pajama pants. Police say she became upset with her father at Club Northwest on NW Vine St. for taking away her phone and then ran away.