Intel slashes U.S. workforce: Intel is axing about 4,000 technicians and engineers nationwide, including 2,392 roles in Oregon—flattening its ranks in Hillsboro and Aloha — learn what’s driving the cuts.
First-timer’s Country Fair adventure: She braved heat advisories, 2 p.m. crowds and long ATM lines for vegan treats, scored a blacksmith-forged keepsake and danced under sprinkler-cooled skies to the Rainbow Girls — check out how it went.
Lasers wipe away jail tattoos: At Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility, a free Oregon Youth Authority laser program helps teens remove gang, antisocial and human-trafficking ink for a fresh start — find out how.
International migration drives growth: Newly released census data show Oregon gained almost 24,000 residents from abroad last year, offsetting a net loss to other U.S. states — find out what’s at stake.
Portland family held two weeks: A Portland-area mom and her four U.S.-born children have been in CBP custody since June 28, far exceeding the 72-hour federal limit — find out why.
Sleeping volcano thrill ride: One epic day at Mt. Bachelor’s Bike Park delivers freeride classics like Lava Flow, Blade Runner, and fan-favorite Cone Run—plus mid-mountain cheeseburgers at Scapolo’s Lodge — find out why.
Merkley’s 2026 re-election bid: U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, in office since 2009, has announced he’ll run again to “save our republic” and rally Oregonians against rising authoritarian threats — find out what’s next.
Two decades and counting: Oregon Charter Academy celebrates 20 years of learning by graduating its Class of 2025, including two standout Brookings seniors — find out what makes this milestone class special.
Youngest U.S. bishop appointed: On July 10, Pope Leo XIV named 47-year-old Father Thomas Hennen as the new bishop of Baker, Oregon, making him the youngest diocesan bishop in the U.S. — find out more.
Oregon pool inspection database: The state’s new online system lets you search seasonal and year-round pool, spa and splash-pad inspections to spot chemistry alerts, closures and common violations at local facilities — find out how your pool stacks up.
Other Oregon headlines this week
- Highland Fire prompts evacuations amid 1,500-acre blaze
- Special Olympics Oregon hosts Summer State Games
- Oregon lawmakers end session amid funding crisis
- West Nile virus found in Oregon mosquitoes
- Coinbase sues Oregon over abrupt crypto reclassification
- Oregon offers emergency kits and power stations
- Largest Asian food fest returns to Beaverton
