For the best experienceDownload the Mobile App
App Store Play Store

Local News & Alerts

Date Range

Clear
Want to contribute your own news?

Are you a local entity that would like to contribute local news within our app and website?

Click request below and give us details!

Request

Total Items 86263

Rogue Valley voters to decide future of bus service Featured News by Oregon Today News
Rogue Valley voters will decide in the May primary whether to renew a property tax levy th... More

05/01/2026

George Fox University first in Oregon to introduce 3-year bachelor’s degrees Featured News by Oregon Today News
George Fox University is veering from the long-held belief that a bachelors degree should ... More

05/01/2026

Trump says he'll place 25% tariff on autos from EU, accusing bloc of not complying with trade deal Featured News by Oregon Today News
Trump said on social media that the EU is not complying with our fully agreed to Trade Dea... More

05/01/2026

Miss Manners: When I treat friends to dinner it feels awkward when they ask, ‘how do we split the bill?’ Featured News by Oregon Today News
DEAR MISS MANNERS I am a person of a certain age I enjoy the company of other people but I... More

05/01/2026

Prescribed burn smoke spreads across Central Oregon as schools weigh outdoor safety Featured News by Oregon Today News
Smoke from prescribed burns is affecting air quality across Central Oregon leaving schools... More

05/01/2026

Oregon gas pumps see 6-cent jump overnight as national average climbs Featured News by Oregon Today News
s are increasing across the country with Oregons state average at 521 and the EPA allowing... More

05/01/2026

Central Oregon traffic team wraps up distracted driving enforcement campaign, issues 146 citations Featured News by Oregon Today News
BEND Ore KTVZ -- The Central Oregon Multi-Agency Traffic Team MATT has wrapped up its Dist... More

05/01/2026

MAYOR'S MESSAGE  
  
Coos Bay Kicks Off a Fun-Filled Season of Events  
  
This past weekend, the Bay Area Home Show—hosted by the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce at Pony Village Mall—built on the momentum of last year’s return, continuing to grow in its second year back. The event brought together a wide range of home-related vendors and community resources, and it was wonderful to see such strong participation from across the community. City of Coos Bay staff were proud to be part of the event, connecting with more than 230 community members over the course of the weekend and giving away nine raffle prizes. Representatives from Police, Fire, Library, Public Works, Community Development, and Administration were available throughout the event to answer questions and share information about City services and programs. In addition, the City was well represented at this year’s Family Fun Day, a well-attended and energetic community event made possible through the support of many local organizations and volunteers, with participation from the Coos Bay Police Department, Fire Department, and Library.  
  
As we move into May, the community calendar begins to fill with opportunities to get involved and enjoy all that Coos Bay has to offer. Kicking things off is the Wine Walk on Friday, May 1, followed by the OBAB Cleanup on May 9. The Mayfly Festival returns on May 16, and we look forward to seeing community partners there as well. Looking ahead, the Star of Hope Dancing with the Stars event will take place on June 20, bringing another evening of entertainment in support of a meaningful cause.  
  
Summer will continue to bring a variety of well-loved community events, including the 4th of July in the Park—along with a special 250th celebration scavenger hunt, with planning well underway. Later in the season, the Blackberry Arts Festival returns August 22–23, followed by the Annual Bay Area Fun Festival on September 19–20, offering additional opportunities for family-friendly fun and community connection.  
  
With the Farmers Market opening May 6 and so many events on the horizon, there are plenty of ways to gather with friends and neighbors, enjoy the outdoors, and take part in the many activities that make Coos Bay such a special place to live.  
  
-Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos BayPhotos from Coos Bay - City Government's post Featured News by City of Coos Bay
MAYOR'S MESSAGE Coos Bay Kicks Off a Fun-Filled Season of Events This past weekend, the Bay Area Home Show—hosted by the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce at Pony Village Mall—built on the momentum of last year’s return, continuing to grow in its second year back. The event brought together a wide range of home-related vendors and community resources, and it was wonderful to see such strong participation from across the community. City of Coos Bay staff were proud to be part of the event, connecting with more than 230 community members over the course of the weekend and giving away nine raffle prizes. Representatives from Police, Fire, Library, Public Works, Community Development, and Administration were available throughout the event to answer questions and share information about City services and programs. In addition, the City was well represented at this year’s Family Fun Day, a well-attended and energetic community event made possible through the support of many local organizations and volunteers, with participation from the Coos Bay Police Department, Fire Department, and Library. As we move into May, the community calendar begins to fill with opportunities to get involved and enjoy all that Coos Bay has to offer. Kicking things off is the Wine Walk on Friday, May 1, followed by the OBAB Cleanup on May 9. The Mayfly Festival returns on May 16, and we look forward to seeing community partners there as well. Looking ahead, the Star of Hope Dancing with the Stars event will take place on June 20, bringing another evening of entertainment in support of a meaningful cause. Summer will continue to bring a variety of well-loved community events, including the 4th of July in the Park—along with a special 250th celebration scavenger hunt, with planning well underway. Later in the season, the Blackberry Arts Festival returns August 22–23, followed by the Annual Bay Area Fun Festival on September 19–20, offering additional opportunities for family-friendly fun and community connection. With the Farmers Market opening May 6 and so many events on the horizon, there are plenty of ways to gather with friends and neighbors, enjoy the outdoors, and take part in the many activities that make Coos Bay such a special place to live. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos BayPhotos from Coos Bay - City Government's post
MAYORS MESSAGE Coos Bay Kicks Off a Fun-Filled Season of Events This past weekend the Ba... More

05/01/2026

Pizza Hut brings back summer reading program with free pizza rewards Featured News by Oregon Today News
The BOOK IT program runs from June through August letting students track reading and earn ... More

05/01/2026

Kissing Rock CoffeeNew Release, Old School Style. Our Old School dark roast brings it back to the kind of coffee that ne... Featured News by Curry County Chamber of Commerce
Kissing Rock CoffeeNew Release Old School Style Our Old School dark roast brings it back t... More

05/01/2026

Join us for the following FREE programs during the week of May 3 - May 9! 📚  
  
🛍️ Friends of the Library Book Sale on Sunday, May 3 @ 12:00pm  
  
🎨 C.R.E.A. on Monday, May 4 @ 5:30pm [En Español]  
  
🚹 Open Men's Group on Monday, May 4 @ 6:00pm  
  
👶 Baby Storytime on Tuesday, May 5 @ 10:00am  
  
🛸 Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club on Tuesday, May 5 @ 5:45pm | May's Book: “Leviathan Wakes” by James S.A. Corey  
  
📖 Storytime on Wednesday, May 6 @ 10:00am  
  
🌷 Author Talk with S.K. DeMarinis: “Hidden in Haarlem” on Wednesday, May 6 @ 12:00pm  
  
🔍 Movie Night on Wednesday, May 6 @ 5:30pm | Tonight’s Film: A Real Pain (2024), Rated R  
  
🫖 Tea Tasting on Thursday, May 7 @ 12:00pm  
  
🪴 TEENS: DIY Beaded Plant Suncatcher on Thursday, May 7 @ 3:00pm  
  
📚 Pickup/Drop-off Eastside on Friday, May 8 @ 9:00am at the Eastside Fire Station (365 D Street, Coos Bay)  
  
📖 Pickup/Drop-off Empire on Friday, May 8 @ 10:00am at the Empire Fire Station (189 S Wall Street, Coos Bay)  
  
🪷 Community Yoga on Saturday, May 9 @ 9:00am  
  
🧇 Book Brunch on Saturday, May 9 @ 11:00am | May’s book: “The Pull of the Stars” by Emma Donoghue  
  
📘 Author Talk with Kimberly Jensen: “Oregon’s Others” on Saturday, May 9 @ 1:30pm  
  
🎷 Star Wars Cantina on Saturday, May 9 @ 5:00pm  
  
ONGOING PROGRAMS:  
  
🥫 Ark Project Food Drive from Friday, January 2 - Saturday, May 30  
  
🌸 Asian American and Pacific Islander Reading Challenge from Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 31  
  
Visit http://www.coosbaylibrary.org  for a full calendar of upcoming events or subscribe to our e-newsletter by visiting Featured News by Coos Bay Public Library
Join us for the following FREE programs during the week of May 3 - May 9! 📚 🛍️ Friends of the Library Book Sale on Sunday, May 3 @ 12:00pm 🎨 C.R.E.A. on Monday, May 4 @ 5:30pm [En Español] 🚹 Open Men's Group on Monday, May 4 @ 6:00pm 👶 Baby Storytime on Tuesday, May 5 @ 10:00am 🛸 Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club on Tuesday, May 5 @ 5:45pm | May's Book: “Leviathan Wakes” by James S.A. Corey 📖 Storytime on Wednesday, May 6 @ 10:00am 🌷 Author Talk with S.K. DeMarinis: “Hidden in Haarlem” on Wednesday, May 6 @ 12:00pm 🔍 Movie Night on Wednesday, May 6 @ 5:30pm | Tonight’s Film: A Real Pain (2024), Rated R 🫖 Tea Tasting on Thursday, May 7 @ 12:00pm 🪴 TEENS: DIY Beaded Plant Suncatcher on Thursday, May 7 @ 3:00pm 📚 Pickup/Drop-off Eastside on Friday, May 8 @ 9:00am at the Eastside Fire Station (365 D Street, Coos Bay) 📖 Pickup/Drop-off Empire on Friday, May 8 @ 10:00am at the Empire Fire Station (189 S Wall Street, Coos Bay) 🪷 Community Yoga on Saturday, May 9 @ 9:00am 🧇 Book Brunch on Saturday, May 9 @ 11:00am | May’s book: “The Pull of the Stars” by Emma Donoghue 📘 Author Talk with Kimberly Jensen: “Oregon’s Others” on Saturday, May 9 @ 1:30pm 🎷 Star Wars Cantina on Saturday, May 9 @ 5:00pm ONGOING PROGRAMS: 🥫 Ark Project Food Drive from Friday, January 2 - Saturday, May 30 🌸 Asian American and Pacific Islander Reading Challenge from Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 31 Visit http://www.coosbaylibrary.org for a full calendar of upcoming events or subscribe to our e-newsletter by visiting
Join us for the following FREE programs during the week of May 3 - May 9 Friends of the... More

05/01/2026

Editorial endorsement May 2026: The Oregon Historical Society is thriving. Voters should reject the levy renewal Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Oregon Historical Society wont shut down if Multnomah County voters reject its request... More

05/01/2026

Editorial endorsement May 2026: Vote ‘no’ on Measure 120 and set the stage for a new transportation funding deal Featured News by Oregon Today News
Theres a sense of inevitability surrounding Ballot Measure 120 which seeks voter approval ... More

05/01/2026

This is why you need linen from Banana Republic this summer Featured News by Oregon Today News
Banana Republics linen the perfect pick if you want something that holds up through heat w... More

05/01/2026

NASA has new research that could finally settle the debate over whether Pluto is a planet Featured News by Oregon Today News
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman the billionaire entrepreneur and former astronaut is onc... More

05/01/2026

May Day protests planned across Oregon. What to know about Friday’s events Featured News by Oregon Today News
Thousands of Oregonians are expected to gather in Portland Eugene Corvallis Medford and Sa... More

05/01/2026

Portland Public Schools contractor hires former school board members as consultants Featured News by Oregon Today News
Two former members of the Portland Public Schools board have been hired as consultants by ... More

05/01/2026

Portland man pleads guilty to 1979 Boston murder after he ‘found Jesus,’ confessed Featured News by Oregon Today News
A Portland man pleaded guilty this week to murdering a 24-year-old woman in Boston 47 year... More

05/01/2026

Hidden along Highway 6, Tillamook Forest Center offers more than just a quick stop Featured News by Oregon Today News
What looks like a simple roadside stop turns into a deeper look at Oregons forests history... More

05/01/2026

Here's who and how people can take part in the federal match for retirement savings approved by Trump Featured News by Oregon Today News
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday for a new government website ... More

05/01/2026

ShoutoutGive Shoutout
500/500