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Portland Trail Blazers lay off employees in restructuring of business office Featured News by Oregon Today News
The business side of the Portland Trail Blazers is restructuring and cutting staff accordi... More

05/19/2026

Judge orders mental health evaluation for the woman accused of attempting to murder Rihanna Featured News by Oregon Today News
Lisette Ortiz is accused of firing at least 20 bullets at the property of Rihanna her part... More

05/19/2026

***Press Release***  
Case #: S2026-00760  
  
Coos Bay, Ore. - On May 18, 2026, at 11:39 p.m., a Coos County Sheriff’s Deputy was on Libby Lane when they observed a reckless driver going westbound on Libby Lane at a high rate of speed. The deputy estimated the vehicle was driving in excess of 70 mph in a 45 mph zone when it passed by their location.  
   
The deputy caught up to the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop on Libby Lane, near milepost 4. The driver was identified as Abram Stewart, 20 years old, of Coos Bay. An open alcohol container was found in the vehicle, in addition to Mr. Stewart exhibiting signs of impairment.  
   
Mr. Stewart was arrested for DUII and Reckless Driving. The deputy applied for and received a search warrant, which was executed to obtain a breath sample from Abram. Mr. Stewart was issued a violation citation for Driving While Suspended Violation and a criminal citation for DUII and Reckless Driving. Mr. Stewart was cited and released pending court appearances.  
  
“Police action is not indicative of guilt.  All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.” Featured News by Coos County Sheriff
What's that mesh wrapped around power poles? Meet PGE's solution to help protect infrastructure this wildfire season Featured News by Oregon Today News
PGE has wrapped nearly 3000 power poles in fire-resistant mesh across three Oregon countie... More

05/19/2026

OHSU team first in Oregon to perform specialized surgery to treat Cushing’s syndrome Featured News by Oregon Today News
OHSU surgeons perform simultaneous bilateral adrenalectomy reducing surgery time by half More

05/19/2026

DramaWatch: A spectacular spectrum of shows Featured News by Oregon Today News
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05/19/2026

'Wrong and racist': Video shows Florida teacher hanging Black baby doll from TV Featured News by Oregon Today News
The superintendent confirmed that the teacher involved has been removed from campus as the... More

05/19/2026

Oregon Primary Election 2026: Live results starting at 8 p.m. for top Portland and statewide races Featured News by Oregon Today News
The gas tax measure and several local races will be decided in the Primary Election while ... More

05/19/2026

Indiana boy battling cancer completes Mini-Marathon in hospital hallways Featured News by Oregon Today News
Tyler Nichols completed all 131 miles in the hallways of Riley Hospital for Children with ... More

05/19/2026

Two favorite HOKA running shoes are on a hot sale now thru 5/31 Featured News by Oregon Today News
HOKA has select colors of some of its more popular running shoes on sale through Sunday Ma... More

05/19/2026

Beaverton city council candidate arrested for alleged gun threat Featured News by Oregon Today News
A Beaverton City Council candidate was arrested Monday after allegedly scaring someone wit... More

05/19/2026

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05/19/2026

Beaverton City Council candidate arrested for menacing, police say Featured News by Oregon Today News
Antonio Pirog was arrested Monday night after a person called police to report that a man ... More

05/19/2026

Oregon, 23 other states sue U.S. Department of Education over student loan limits for professional degrees Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon has joined a multistate lawsuit challenging a federal rule that limits student loan... More

05/19/2026

Coos County Sheriff's Office Scam Alert  
  
Citizens have reported a scam caller claiming to be calling from the Coos County Sheriff's Office. The scam caller states it is regarding missed grand jury and that there will be an arrest if the caler does not pay money. The scam caller has been reported to be sending scam arrest warrants via text message. The scam callers request that money is deposited at kiosks. If you receive a call such as this disconnect from the caller and report the scam to the Oregon Department of Justice 877-877-9392. Do NOT give out any personal infomation or send any money. Block the caller if possible as they will often continue to try and call.  
  
If you have given out any personal information or sent any money report the incident to North Coos Dispatch 541-269-8911 ext 1.  
  
Arrest warrants are not issued based on missed grand jury. Warrants can never be cleared up by paying a caller money over the phone. Warrants can only be cleared up at Court. Scammers are even able to spoof phone numbers and make it appear they are calling from legitamate agencies. Always disconnect and dial the number for local law enforcement directly so that you can be sure you are speaking with the police.  
  
Be safe and always verify when someone is calling to try and get you to pay money, this is usually a scam. Featured News by Coos County Sheriff
Black bear spotted roaming Newberg neighborhood; wildlife officials say it poses no immediate threat Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon wildlife officials say a 1- or 2-year-old black bear spotted in Newberg poses no im... More

05/19/2026

BODYCAM VIDEO: Officer catches baby dropped from window of burning home in Michigan Featured News by Oregon Today News
A woman and her baby are both safe after a dramatic rescue from the second floor of a burn... More

05/19/2026

Senate advances bill aimed at ending Iran war as Cassidy, after primary loss, flips to support it Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Senate advanced legislation Tuesday that seeks to force President Donald Trump to with... More

05/19/2026

Where to find live music in Central Oregon May 21-27: Featured News by Oregon Today News
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