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Interstate 5 to be closed near Winchester

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:44:07 GMT

Drivers can expect a few delays on Interstate 5. As construction continues around exit 129, Northbound I-5 will be closed for several nights.

Latest Ore. budget hit less severe than expected

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:33:28 GMT

Economists say Oregon will take in $35 million less than was projected three months ago, an amount that isn't likely to require cuts beyond those recommended by key legislators last week.

Social worker tells 911: Powell 'exploded the house!'

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:20:11 GMT

Police released 911 calls that revealed a social worker's frantic attempts to alert authorities that Josh Powell had locked himself in his home with his two young sons, moments before he set off a huge fire that killed all inside.

Do pets make you smile? Be sure to get theirs checked out

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:14:38 GMT

Veterinarians are asking pet owners to show their animals a little love this month. February is national Pet Dental Health Month.

UCAN financial help waiting list open Friday

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:01:31 GMT

The United Community Action Network has received their annual funding from the state to help struggling families, but you have to call this Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.

Oakland mayor continues recovery from brain surgery

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:20:10 GMT

Oakland Mayor Bette Keehley continues to recover from a serious operation at a Springfield hospital. Officials at Oakland City Hall say Keehley is reported to be making good progress in her recovery

Audit: Ore. schools fund overdrawn by $76 million

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:44:41 GMT

An Oregon state agency improperly distributed $76 million from an account that boosts school funding, an oversight that is likely to decrease money available for schools in future years, auditors said in a report released Tuesday.

Attempted murder trial starts in Roseburg

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:16:43 GMT

The trial started Tuesday for a Roseburg man accused of a stabbing in downtown Roseburg in April of last year. Richard Gurule, 52, faces attempted murder and assault charges

OSP lands yet another pot bust on I-5 near Roseburg

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:10:18 GMT

A Trooper made a traffic stop Monday night that led to the discovery of over seven poounds of marijuana and charges for two Washington state men.

Court Documents: Man sent lewd pics, video to minor

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:21:13 GMT

A Myrtle Creek man was arrested after a year-long investigation for his alleged online sexual conduct with a minor, according to court documents.