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Roy Kaufmann has been involved in Oregon politics and government agencies for years. Now, he’s running for the Oregon House in District 18.
Roy Kaufmann discusses Oregon House District 18 campaign
Roy Kaufmann is running for Oregon House District 18 against Amanda Staehely following the retirement of Republican state Rep. Rick Lewis.
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Frost advisory and freeze warning issued for local valleys through Monday morning
Frost advisory issued for metro area Sunday night
The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory for the Willamette Valley and a freeze warning for the upper Hood River valley for Sunday night through Monday morning at 8AM. At the presen…
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Rock Creek Bridge on Northwest Cornelius Pass Road has reopened after a six-month closure, the Oregon Department of Transportation announced.
Rock Creek Bridge on Northwest Cornelius Pass Road reopens after six months
The Rock Creek Bridge on Northwest Cornelius Pass Road has reopened following a six-month closure, and the roadway has been redesignated as OR 127.
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Permanent daylight saving time could leave students commuting in the dark, data shows
Permanent daylight saving time could leave students commuting in the dark, data shows
While permanent daylight saving time would cause the sun to set later in winter, the sun would, in turn, rise later in the morning.
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Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery “in the coming days” to remove a nodule on his lung
Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung
The Vatican said Leo’s expected recovery time from surgery would be a week.
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One man was killed after being shot by a hunter near Sweet Home Saturday evening, according to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office.
Man dies after being shot by hunter near Sweet Home, sheriff’s office says
A 54-year-old man was fatally shot by a hunter near Sweet Home, Oregon, on Saturday evening, prompting an investigation by the Linn County Sheriff’s Office.
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A recent study led by Oregon Health and Science University found that late-night snacking could be bad for liver health.
OHSU study finds late-night eating could impact liver health
A recent study led by Oregon Health and Science University found that late-night snacking could be bad for liver health.
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Flamingos Huddle in Zoo Restroom to Wait Out Hurricane Isaiashttps://www.koin.com/news/watch-flamingos-huddle-in-zoo-restroom-to-wait-out-hurricane-isaias/
One person is dead and two others are injured after a shooting at a bar in Gresham on Saturday night
One dead and two injured after shooting at Gresham bar
One person was killed and two others were injured in a shooting at a bar in Gresham on Saturday night.
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Downtown Portland's 'The Hotel Zags' purchased for $10 million https://www.koin.com/news/portland/downtown-portland-hotel-purchased-for-10-million/?cid=bluesky_
Downtown Portland hotel purchased for $10 million
The Hotel Zags operated at a loss of $800,000 from late August 2025 to late August 2026, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust revealed.
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Sunshine returns to Portland metro area Sunday and beyond
Sunshine returns to Portland metro area Sunday and beyond
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — After a couple of cloudy days with a few sprinkles mixed in around the greater Portland metro area thanks to a weak low-pressure system, we’re going to be back under s…
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Philadelphia police receive false homicide tip from Anthropic AI model https://www.koin.com/news/philadelphia-police-receive-false-homicide-tip-from-anthropic-ai-model/?cid=bluesky_
Philadelphia police receive false homicide tip from Anthropic AI model
“Technology companies must take all appropriate steps necessary to prevent their systems from submitting false information to law enforcement.”
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Corbett Fire Department hosts open house at renovated station https://www.koin.com/news/corbett-fire-department-hosts-open-house-at-renovated-station/?cid=bluesky_
Corbett Fire Department hosts open house at renovated station
To conclude Fire Prevention Week, the Corbett Fire Department hosted an open house at its newly renovated station to educate the community on home fire safety and showcase its new training tower.
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Unattended burn pile scorches tree grove in Lebanon https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/unattended-burn-pile-scorches-tree-grove-in-lebanon/?cid=bluesky_
Unattended burn pile scorches tree grove in Lebanon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A burn pile left unattended in Lebanon Saturday evening quickly turned dangerous after it scorched 1.5 acres in under half an hour. The Lebanon Fire District said they respo…
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Lincoln City firefighters push-in new $2.1 million truck https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/lincoln-city-firefighters-push-in-new-2-1-million-truck/?cid=bluesky_
Lincoln City firefighters push-in new $2.1 million truck
After a firetruck caught fire inside their own station, firefighters from Lincoln City celebrated their $2 million and 14 month-long journey to replace their truck during Saturday’s push-in c…
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Christa Pike is discharged from a hospital after surviving execution attempt, her attorneys say https://www.koin.com/news/christa-pike-is-discharged-from-a-hospital-after-surviving-execution-attempt-her-attorneys-say/?cid=bluesky_
Christa Pike is discharged from a hospital after surviving execution attempt, her attorneys say
“She is continuing to receive medical care at the prison, and we will continue to track her recovery,”
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A man killed eight people including a pregnant woman, children and other relatives at his Pennsylvania home on Friday, authorities said Saturday. https://www.koin.com/news/9-people-dead-in-erie-mass-shooting/?cid=bluesky_
9 people dead in Erie mass shooting
“They knew something was going on at that house.”
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‘Reckless operation’: State officials condemn ICE’s presence in Salem https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/salem-oregon-ice-incident-reponse-10102026/?cid=bluesky_
‘Reckless operation’: State officials condemn ICE’s presence in Salem
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement sparked condemnation from state officials after pepper spraying Salem residents who attempted to block their operations on Saturday morning, according to po…
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1 in 15 house cats may carry 'beaver fever' parasite that can infect humans
1 in 15 house cats may carry ‘beaver fever’ parasite that can infect humans
Kittens younger than 1 year old were significantly more likely to test positive than older cats.
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Prediction market Kalshi has opened an investigation into suspicious bets related to President Trump’s selection of his next press secretary
Kalshi investigating suspicious bets tied to White house press secretary pick: Report
Prediction market Kalshi has opened an investigation into suspicious bets related to President Trump’s selection of his next press secretary, The Wall Street Journal reported. The company sai…
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A B-29 Superfortress submerged in Lake Mead since 1948 is getting closer to the surface as the lake level falls
Lake Mead’s treasure: B-29 Superfortress getting closer to surface as lake drops
The B-29 has been down there since July 21, 1948, when a faulty altimeter caused the crew to crash into the water.
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At least one person in Florida was killed by Hurricane Isaias’ landfall in the Panhandle Friday night.
Florida woman killed by falling tree during Hurricane Isaias landfall
At least one person in Florida was killed by Hurricane Isaias’ landfall in the Panhandle Friday night.
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Recognizing the personal values of people who are hesitant to be vaccinated could convince them to do so, according to Oregon researchers.
Slogans about personal choice, lack of trust in government could spur vaccinations, OSU finds
OSU-Cascades noted that around 1,170 unvaccinated adults participated in the surveys in spring 2021.
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A recent report from the Oregon Health Authority found that Oregon is meeting its goals to reduce tobacco use but not vaping
Oregon health officials find reduction in tobacco use, challenges with vaping
A recent report from the Oregon Health Authority found that Oregon is meeting its goals to reduce tobacco use however, the state is seeing challenges with vaping.
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The City of Erie, Pennsylvania confirmed that nine people were killed in a shooting late Friday night.
‘Difficult and heartbreaking’ — Several dead after shooting in Pennsylvania
The City of Erie, Pennsylvania confirmed that nine people were killed in a shooting late Friday night. According to a press release, all deaths occurred before police arrived on scene. Update as of…
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Isaias weakened overnight and was no longer considered a hurricane but flash flooding threats and the potential for tornadoes continues
Isaias now a post-tropical cyclone as Florida, Alabama deal with flooding & power outages
GULF BREEZE, Fla. (AP) — Isaias weakened overnight and was no longer considered a hurricane but flash flooding threats and the potential for tornadoes persisted Saturday as the storm moved inland a…
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Brief and light rain showers are possible Saturday as a drying and warming trend takes shape around Portland this weekend. https://www.koin.com/weather/drying-seasonal-weekend-ahead-for-portland/?cid=bluesky_
Drying, seasonal weekend ahead for Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Brief and light rain showers are possible Saturday as a drying and warming trend takes shape around Portland this weekend. Mostly cloudy skies remain, along with below…
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Cascade High School earned an 8-0 mercy-rule soccer victory over Taft on Thursday, with Seth Lee’s hat trick leading the attack.
Cascade Boys Soccer Tops Taft 8-0 Behind Seth Lee’s Hat Trick
Cascade High School earned an 8-0 mercy-rule soccer victory over Taft on Thursday, with Seth Lee’s hat trick leading the attack. Four Cougars scored in the shutout win. Seth Lee finished with three…
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Crews extracted the patient, who was medically evaluated on site. https://www.koin.com/news/portland/firefighters-extract-person-pinned-from-rollover-crash-near-n-marine-dr/?cid=bluesky_
Firefighters extract person pinned from rollover crash near N Marine Dr
PORTLAND Ore. (KOIN) — One person was extracted after a rollover crash in North Portland on Friday. Portland Fire and Rescue said they responded to a single-vehicle crash on North Marine Drive, whe…
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Halloween is almost here and if you’re still looking for a costume, look no further than the group chat.
Halloween costume trends 2026: Horror, pop culture and mythology rule
Popular movies and moments are shaping this year’s Halloween costumes.
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