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Scott Jackson to be next Benton County sheriff
Benton County commissioners have selected Scott Jackson to replace Sheriff Diana Simpson. Read More..
Democrats say Oregon budget will go forward
The Democrats in charge of writing a new state budget say they're casting aside proposed tax increases and public-employee pension cuts and will begin advancing early pieces of a spending plan for the next two years. Read More..
First annual Pugapalooza!
Henry Estate Winery is hosting a Pugapalooza fundraiser on Saturday to benefit Douglas County's Low Cost Veterinary Services. Read More..
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Celebrating nice shots, man wounds himself
Authorities in Southern Oregon say a man out in the woods for some target shooting wounded himself as he twirled his gun in one hand and used the other for a celebratory fist bump with his nephew. Read More..
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Oregon bill would legalize medical pot retailers
Oregon legislators are considering a bill to legalize medical marijuana retailers. Read More..
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States to get initial money from Japanese gift
West Coast states affected by debris from the 2011 tsunami in Japan are about to receive an initial $250,000 each from a $5 million gift from Japan for cleanup. Read More..
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OR attorney general opposes Kinkel appeal
Oregon's attorney general's office is opposing an appeal from Kip Kinkel who killed his parents and two high school students in 1998 in Springfield. Read More..
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First Alert Forecast: afternoon sun breaks
I expect a lot of clouds around today but the sun will break through from time to time during the day. Read More..
Umpqua C.C. exec moves to Kentucky
The new president of Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College in Cumberland is F. Lynn Moore, the vice president of student development and administrative services at Umpqua Community College in Oregon. Read More..
Nevada couple sentenced for Oregon welfare fraud
An Oregon judge has sentenced a Nevada couple who received $229,000 in unjustified payments from state and county agencies and an insurance company. Read More..
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Last guilty plea in Desert Sun fraud case
The last of 13 defendants has pleaded guilty to federal charges for his role in the collapse of a Bend, Ore., real estate development company. Read More..
Beavers and Ducks put Pac-12 focus on Oregon
There's a certain civility to the Civil War baseball rivalry between Oregon and Oregon State. Read More..
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Oregon bill guards workers' social media passwords
The Oregon Legislature has passed a bill barring bosses from demanding employees or job applicants turn over their Facebook passwords and other social media login information. Read More..
New neighbors in north Eugene
Housing at Crescent Village could be payoff for businesses that have endured tough times. Read More..
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Honoring fallen law enforcement
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office organized a memorial on Thursday to honor fallen law enforcement officers. Read More..
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LCSO creates new online CHL appointment scheduler
The Lane County Sheriff's Office says they've seen a big increase in the number of people coming in for Concealed Handgun Licenses. Their new tool has eliminated the wait time. Read More..
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Increased vandalism along Central Coast
The Siuslaw National Forest is responding to vandalism of pay stations at park sites along the Oregon Coast. Read More..
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Health group didn't disclose HIV tests, apologizes
Kaiser Permanente Northwest is apologizing to nearly 6,500 members in Oregon and Washington whose blood was tested for HIV without their knowledge or consent. Read More..
Man convicted as phony doctor faces check charges
A man who's already doing time for posing as a phony doctor in Portland still faces prosecution in Oregon. Read More..
Economists say Oregon tax revenue forecast up
State economists say a slow, steady economic recovery means the state treasury will take in more money than previously expected. Read More..

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