Sea cucumbers blanket Seaside Beach due to unusual conditions

SEASIDE, Oregon – Thousands of sea cucumbers have unexpectedly covered a stretch of sand in Seaside Beach, creating a unique sight for both locals and visitors. This phenomenon was caused by heavy surf and low tide, leading to the sea cucumbers...

Proposed Oregon ballot measure would make it easier for cities to sweep homeless camps

Oregon cities have railed for the better part of a year against a law that limits when they can sweep homeless camps. Now the state’s largest business group will ask voters to weigh in. Oregon Business & Industry is behind a prospective ballot...

Oregon urges banks, insurers to be flexible under government shutdown

Insurance companies and financial institutions should give Oregonians affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown more time and flexibility to pay bills and file claims, the Oregon agency that regulates insurers recommended Tuesday. The...

Oregon Parks seeking feedback on draft of statewide recreational trails plan

OREGON -- The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public input on the draft of the 2026 Oregon Recreation Trails Plan, which outlines recommendations to improve trails over the next 10 years. The statewide plan highlights trends and...

Weather alert for gusty showers Saturday afternoon

The National Weather Service issued a report at 1:11 p.m. on Saturday for gusty showers until 1:45 p.m. for Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 55...

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department asks for public feedback on Recreational Trails Plan

OREGON (KTVZ) -- The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is encouraging the public to provide feedback on the 2026 Oregon Recreational Trails Plan. The department said the plan outlines trends and issues, creates priorities for grant funding,...

"Anybody Know Chauncey Billups' College Picks?": Jason Whitlock Hands Brutal Stray to Blazers HC Amid Gambling Arrest

Jason Whitlock trolled Chauncey Billups online following his arrest. The Blazers' head coach is suspected of being involved in a gambling scandal. He was arrested by federal authorities on Thursday and was arraigned in Portland, Oregon, on the...

Atmospheric river to bring major rain, wind and snow to Oregon

Oregon is forecast to get its first major soaking of the season beginning Oct. 24 and lasting all weekend thanks to an autumn atmospheric river. The Willamette Valley and mountains are likely to see multiple inches of rain while high winds could...

Oregon has ‘pretty good’ water year in contrast to Washington, Idaho

Published 8:16 am Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Oregon didn’t face many water supply problems this water year — which runs from October through September — despite a dry spring progressing into drought during summer for much of the state. “The impacts...

After Coastal chaos, Mountaineer football looks to conquer Monarchs

App State football is looking to shape up against the Old Dominion Monarchs after suffering a 45-37 loss to Coastal Carolina University Saturday. The Mountaineers will head into this game with a 4-3 record this season. The Mountaineers have...

Colorado agency denies livestock associations’ claims that Canadian wolves released in mountains violated Endangered Species Act 

Livestock associations are questioning whether Colorado Parks and Wildlife violated the federal Endangered Species Act when it imported 15 gray wolves from Canada last year. The livestock associations signed two letters on Monday, requesting...

Beach hazards statement for Oregon until early Wednesday evening – risk of sneaker waves

On Tuesday at 2:53 a.m. a beach hazards statement was issued by the National Weather Service valid from 5 a.m. until Wednesday 5 p.m. for Clatsop County Coast, Tillamook County Coast and Central Coast of Oregon. "Sneaker waves possible," states...

You Can Sleep and Drink Wine at This Airbnb in Oregon

There's something special about Oregon wines. The Willamette Valley is renowned for its pinot noir, but the lesser-known Southern Oregon Wine Country is every bit as impressive. You can test this theory for yourself when you book a stay at the...

$50M beach mansion sale sets San Diego record

A newly built beachfront compound in Del Mar has set a record as the most expensive residential sale in San Diego County with a $50 million close. The buyer is undisclosed, while the seller is a limited liability company linked to Sandra Naftzger,...

Onlooker captures photo of tourists' reckless behavior on dangerous cliff: 'It baffles me'

"How many times a year do we hear about people falling in?" by Michael MuirOctober 22, 2025 A photo of tourists behaving recklessly off the coast of Oregon sparked a lively discussion on Reddit. Photo Credit: Reddit The picture, uploaded to...

Maestro Michael Gesme prepares to say goodbye to Central Oregon

When he takes the stage at Mountain View High this weekend, Maestro Michael Gesme will conduct his last Central Oregon Symphony Fall Concert. The community orchestra, a joint effort by Central Oregon Community College and the C.O. Symphony...

Gresham mayor reclaims League of Oregon Cities leadership role

Published 12:44 pm Wednesday, October 22, 2025 Gresham’s mayor has reclaimed his leadership position for a voluntary association that represents Oregon’s 241 incorporated cities. The League of Oregon Cities announced its 2026 Board of Directors...

Winter Weather Advisory issued October 25 at 1:29PM PDT until October 27 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

* WHAT…Snow expected above 4500 feet. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE…East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN…From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS…Moderate snowfall...

Oregon High School Football All-Classification Rankings: October 20, 2025

Another week of the 2025 Oregon high school football season has come and gone, and High School On SI has all of the latest computer rankings for each classification as of October 20, 2025. High School On SI's formula was created using its own...

UCLA women’s volleyball returns home for matchups against Oregon, Maryland

This post was updated Oct. 22 at 12:05 a.m. As I walked back to my car after a long day of volunteering at UCLA Medical Plaza, I saw a red envelope flutter from my windshield in the distance. My stomach dropped. As I expected, inside the envelope...