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Updated Jul 3, 2026 · 11:10 AM

KOBI-5 NBC Jul 3, 2026 · 1:18 AM

CDFW invests in reducing conflict between gray wolves and livestock

CALI. – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is investing $2 million into reducing conflicts between gray wolves and livestock across the state. With funding provided by the California Legislature for its Wolf-Livestock…

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Sky Lakes Medical Center Jun 30, 2026 · 5:35 PM

Sunscreen 101: How To Use It Properly

You’ve heard it before. Wear sunscreen. But are you using the right kind? Are you putting it on right? Sky Lakes de… Read more The post Sunscreen 101: How To Use It Properly appeared first on Sky Lakes Health System .

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KOIN-6 Oregon Jul 3, 2026 · 5:32 AM

Portland teen finds original Wilt Chamberlain warm-up jacket at Hillsboro Goodwill

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Portlanders love a good thrift store find, and one local teen just hit what's likely the biggest secondhand jackpot of his life. Quinn Brown snagged an original Los Angeles Lakers warm-up jacket worn by Hall of…

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KOBI-5 NBC Jul 3, 2026 · 12:32 AM

What to know about fire safety ahead of 4th of July weekend

MEDFORD, Ore. – With fire danger levels high in Jackson and Josephine Counties, NBC5 spoke with the Oregon Department of Forestry about what residents should know going into the 4th of July weekend. Samantha Kadera, Public Information…

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Sky Lakes Medical Center Jun 25, 2026 · 5:50 PM

Stay Safe This July 4th: What You Need to Know About Fireworks

If you or your family celebrate Independence Day with Fireworks, here’s some tips to do so safely. Keep yourself … Read more The post Stay Safe This July 4th: What You Need to Know About Fireworks appeared first on Sky Lakes Health System .

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KOIN-6 Oregon Jul 3, 2026 · 12:43 AM

Gresham man high on mushrooms ran over mother in Vancouver, court records say

A roommate told officers the suspect claimed he was “visually observing green numbers” and didn't think his mom was real, records show.

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KOBI-5 NBC Jul 2, 2026 · 10:30 PM

OHA director resigning, Pakseresht appointed to interim role

SALEM, Ore. — The head of one of the state’s largest agencies, the Oregon Health Authority, is stepping down in August. Dr. Sejal Hathi was appointed to the role by Governor Tina Kotek in late 2023. Before that, she was New Jersey’s Deputy…

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Sky Lakes Medical Center Jun 22, 2026 · 4:48 PM

The Fiber Fix: Keep Your Colon Healthy

Most Americans get only half the fiber they need each day. Are you one of them? Here’s what you should know about fi… Read more The post The Fiber Fix: Keep Your Colon Healthy appeared first on Sky Lakes Health System .

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KOIN-6 Oregon Jul 3, 2026 · 12:40 AM

Over 142,000 signatures gathered to ban hunting and fishing in Oregon

As predicted, a petition to ban hunting and fishing in Oregon has gathered enough signatures to qualify for the ballot. However, the signatures still need to be verified.

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KOBI-5 NBC Jul 2, 2026 · 9:56 PM

July 4th flyovers coming to So. Oregon after all

OREGON – The 142nd Fighter Wing out of Portland is stepping up to provide flyovers on the 4th of July throughout Oregon. Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls recently began a transition to the F-35s and will no longer operate aircraft until…

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Sky Lakes Medical Center Jun 19, 2026 · 8:37 PM

This Father’s Day Treat Yourself to Preventative Care

Father’s Day happens during men’s health month and it’s a good time to remind dads that they shouldn’t put off imp… Read more The post This Father’s Day Treat Yourself to Preventative Care appeared first on Sky Lakes Health System .

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KOIN-6 Oregon Jul 2, 2026 · 11:06 PM

Emergency release plan aims to manage Multnomah County's juvenile detention center capacity

The Portland area has faced a “significant regional shift in detention capacity and usage," according to the county's juvenile services director.

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KOBI-5 NBC Jul 2, 2026 · 9:25 PM

Klamath Falls native Allyssa Defillipo crowned Miss Oregon

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – Allyssa Defillipo, a 26-year-old from Klamath Falls, has been named Miss Oregon 2026 and is already representing the state on a national platform. Entering the state competition with the title of Miss Sierra Cascade,…

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Sky Lakes Medical Center Jun 16, 2026 · 5:27 PM

GLP-1s and Weight Loss

Understand the role of GLP-1s in health and weight management. … Read more The post GLP-1s and Weight Loss appeared first on Sky Lakes Health System .

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KOIN-6 Oregon Jul 2, 2026 · 10:49 PM

3 teens who 'terrorized' man at Salem park sentenced

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Three teens who "terrorized a man at Wallace Marine Park in Salem in 2025 were each sentenced to prison on Thursday, the Polk County District Attorney's Office said Robert Lanoy, 19, Chance Lawrence, 18 and Xavier…

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KOBI-5 NBC Jul 2, 2026 · 7:30 PM

Athletes and officers carry special olympics torch

MEDFORD, Ore. – Local athletes and law enforcement officers carried the torch for Special Olympics Oregon on an 18-mile run across the Rogue Valley. The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run passes through communities across the state, raising…

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Sky Lakes Medical Center Jun 11, 2026 · 6:56 PM

Money Worries Can Literally Make You Sick

Your wallet and your health are more connected than you might think. In this article, learn how financial stress affect… Read more The post Money Worries Can Literally Make You Sick appeared first on Sky Lakes Health System .

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KOIN-6 Oregon Jul 2, 2026 · 10:43 PM

Portland police prepare for 'perfect storm' of Fourth of July crowds, fireworks and DUI enforcement

Portland police are expecting a busy Fourth of July weekend with the Waterfront Blues Festival and America's 250th birthday celebration, and are increasing staffing to ensure safety and address potential issues such as illegal fireworks…

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4th of July Parade Traffic Control Plan

City of Klamath Falls Development Services Office PH: 541-883-4950 Date: July 2, 2026 Subject: 4th of July Parade Traffic Control Plan The annual Fourth of July Parade will once again take place on Main Street.…

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4th of July Parade Traffic Control Plan

Oregon Tech Awarded National Park Service Grant to Develop Accessible Mobile Media About War of 1812 at Fort Astoria

The Klamath Stage Brings Justin Farren and Miki Rae & The Hooligans to Running Y Resort

Klamath Falls Gospel Mission 2nd Annual Fireworks Sale

Oregon Tech Receives $142,000 from Roundhouse Foundation to Support Dental Hygiene and Medical Imaging Programs

Cascade Health Alliance Awards KCC Childcare Learning Center $363,000

Street Work Week of 6.29.2026

KCC's LPN program ranked No. 2 in Oregon

YMCA of Klamath Falls to Mark 175 Years with Free Community Celebration Aug. 7

Kruise of Klamath Mini Car Show Traffic Control Plan

Crack Sealing Repairs

New Trustees Bring Industry, Research, and Student Perspectives to Oregon Tech Board

Street Work Week of 6.22.2026

KCC graduates record number, honors student success

KOSS Launches First-Ever Survival Skills Summer Camp

Whiskey & Wine Tasting on Aug. 1 to Benefit the David R. Kingsley Foundation

Oregon Tech’s 2026 Commencement Highlights First Graduates in New, Workforce-Focused Degrees; Presents OHSU President Elnahal with Honorary Doctorate

Geomatics Program Receives National Professional Education Award; $10,000 Prize

Lost River senior graduates with KCC associate degree, tassel and stole

Oregon Tech Announces 2026 IDEAfest Winners: Cancer Research, Game Design, and Robotics

CityFest organizers call May 30 downtown celebration a success

Oregon Tech Retirement Event Honors Combined 113 Years

Project Preview: Oregon Tech student projects showcased Friday

Former KCC history student unearths silent movie filmed in Klamath Falls

Oregon Tech Launches New Fully Online Master of Science in Dental Hygiene

Oregon Tech Baja car places 13th in four-hour endurance race

Oregon Tech student projects showcased June 5

Dr. Jackie Zhang Appointed Oregon Tech’s Dean of the College of Health, Arts and Sciences

OHSU President Dr. Shereef Elnahal to provide keynote address at Oregon Tech commencement

Oregon Tech Students Earn Top Honors at National IT and Cybersecurity Conference

Oregon Tech Twilight Fun Run and Music Garden May 30

From Prototype to Marketplace: Oregon Tech Business Ideas Awarded $20,500 at Catalyze Klamath Challenge

Oregon Tech Annual Presidential Gala May 16

Catalyze Klamath Final TODAY

Catalyze Klamath Final April 23 will award $20,500

Oregon Tech receives $310k to continue expanding UX education and student access to industry tools

Lithia Motors Lends Ram Truck to Oregon Tech to Support Student Travel

Oregon Tech’s BRIDGE Clinic Moves to New Location to Continue Training Future Practitioners

Oregon Tech Foundation Announces Alexis Lyle Runyan Memorial Endowed Scholarship to Support Nursing Students

Oregon Tech Receives $1.123 Million to Advance Energy Innovation and Meet Workforce Needs in Domestic Energy Sector

Oregon Tech Board Approves Next Steps to Launch Future-Facing Artificial Intelligence Degree to Meet Workforce and Industry Needs

Oregon Tech Receives $500k from Beavers Trust to Support Construction Management Workforce Development

Oregon Tech Achieves Enrollment Growth with Record Freshman Class and Expanded Dual Credit Access

Oregon Tech Collaborates with Google Public Sector to Use AI to Accelerate Research, Innovation, and Skills Development

Oregon Tech Foundation awards more than $1.1 million in scholarships

Oregon Tech Celebrates Installation of New Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Chapter

Media Alert: Oregon Tech Hosts Innovation Clinic on November 7 for High School and College Students

Oregon Tech Launches Direct Admission Program for Dual Credit Students

Oregon Tech Vascular Faculty Provide Education and Training in Trinidad and Tobago

Oregon Tech launches new construction management program this fall

Oregon Tech dental students provide care to Jamaica

Correction: Oregon Tech welcomes faculty and staff back in annual convocation

Oregon Tech maintains its spot as Best College in U.S. News and World Report

Oregon Tech welcomes faculty and staff back in annual convocation

Oregon Tech’s Segree in Geomatics: Surveying Program Earns Six-Year ABET ANSAC Reaccreditation

Oregon Tech and Faculty Approve New Five-Year Contract

Another successful year for Oregon Tech’s educational summer youth camps

Oregon Tech graduates have starting salaries $20k higher than the Oregon average, according to SmartAsset

Oregon Tech graduates assist with Geo Trail expansion to serve local community

The American Council of the Blind presents award to Oregon Tech faculty member for National Park Service accessibility work

Oregon Tech students explore livable cities and circular societies in the Netherlands

Oregon Tech Nuclear Medicine students selected for national leadership academy

Oregon Tech announces 2025 IDEAfest winners: serotonin sensor, dynamic brushless motor controller, transmission line redesign, and hasel based artificial muscles

Oregon Tech to celebrate graduates at June 14 ceremony

Oregon Tech welcomed 800 first graders to campus for Klamath Cares Klamath Reads with Klamath County Rotary

Happening Friday: Oregon Tech student projects showcase

Hustlin’ with Hootie 5k Fun Run April 30

Earth Day Native Garden Event April 22

Catalyze Klamath Final Will Award $16,000 on April 20

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