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John Day Fossil Beds back open after central Oregon wildfires burn through Featured News by Oregon Today News
John Day Fossil Beds back open after central Oregon wildfires burn through
One of Oregons most stunning natural attractions is back open to the public after a comple... More

08/07/2026

Officials investigate recruit’s death after routine training event at Camp Pendleton Featured News by Oregon Today News
Officials investigate recruit’s death after routine training event at Camp Pendleton
A US Marine Corps recruit died this week after suffering a medical emergency during a rout... More

08/07/2026

Rock legend retires from touring ahead of open-heart surgery: ‘I have no option’ Featured News by Oregon Today News
Rock legend retires from touring ahead of open-heart surgery: ‘I have no option’
Rock musician Glenn Hughes announced Tuesday he is retiring from touring as he prepares fo... More

08/07/2026

MAYOR'S MESSAGE Coos Bay Fire & Rescue Wildfire Update Coos Bay Fire & Rescue currently has six personnel deployed to major wildland fires burning across Oregon, where they are supporting statewide firefighting efforts while continuing to provide full emergency services here at home. Two members are assigned to a Conflagration Task Force. A conflagration is a declaration by the Oregon State Fire Marshal that allows local fire departments from across the state to work together to protect lives and property when wildfires threaten communities. Our regional task force is made up of personnel from Coos Bay Fire & Rescue, Central Coos Fire & Rescue, Gold Beach Fire Department, Brookings Fire Department, and Western Lane Fire & EMS (Florence). Coos Bay's assignment includes one of our Type 6 wildland fire engines. These smaller, highly maneuverable fire engines are designed to access difficult terrain while carrying water and a pump for initial attack and structure protection. Our firefighters have primarily been performing structure protection, home hardening, and defensible space operations to help reduce the threat of wildfire spreading into neighborhoods. The Type 6 engine was initially deployed to the East Evans Fire, was later reassigned to the Shingle Fire, and is now working on the Rowe Complex as fire activity continues to evolve across the state. An additional four Coos Bay firefighters have been deployed since July 11 as a Type 1 Rapid Extraction Module Support (REMS) team at the East Evans Fire near Medford. REMS teams provide one of the most specialized assignments on a wildfire incident. Their mission is to rapidly locate, access, medically treat, and safely remove injured or ill firefighters from the fireline so they can be transported for medical care at a hospital. Their work directly supports firefighter safety during some of the most demanding conditions on the fireground. This deployment has also been a great example of regional cooperation. Western Lane Fire & EMS has provided qualified personnel to supplement our REMS team, allowing Coos Bay Fire & Rescue to continue supporting statewide wildfire operations while maintaining this highly specialized capability. We are proud of the professionalism and dedication our firefighters continue to demonstrate across Oregon, and we appreciate the support of their families and our community while they are away serving others. Residents may notice smoky conditions across the Bay Area this week as winds carry smoke from fires burning in other parts of Oregon. This is common during wildfire season and does not indicate there are active wildfires in the Coos Bay area. Individuals with asthma, COPD, or other respiratory conditions may experience increased symptoms. If smoke becomes noticeable, limiting time outdoors and keeping windows closed can help reduce exposure. This is also a good reminder about outdoor burning. The City of Coos Bay has not implemented a burn ban, although residents are always responsible for any fire they start. Burning should be done safely by using an approved burn barrel with a heavy-gauge screen or by maintaining small open debris piles while attended with a readily available water supply and hand tools. Burn only natural materials such as clean wood, paper, cardboard, and dry vegetation. Dry materials produce less smoke and burn more efficiently than green vegetation. Residents living outside the city limits of Coos Bay or North Bend should be aware that outdoor burning is restricted. Current regulations can be obtained from the Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) by calling 541-267-3161 or visiting www.cfpa.net. Although our coastal climate and frequent marine air generally reduce wildfire danger compared to much of the state, conditions remain very dry. It only takes one escaped debris burn, equipment spark, or unattended fire to start a wildfire. We encourage everyone to use extra caution and help keep our community safe throughout the remainder of the fire season. -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 Fire & Rescue Wildfire Update Coos Bay Fire & Rescue currently has six personnel deployed to major wildland fires burning across Oregon, where they are supporting statewide firefighting efforts while continuing to provide full emergency services here at home. Two members are assigned to a Conflagration Task Force. A conflagration is a declaration by the Oregon State Fire Marshal that allows local fire departments from across the state to work together to protect lives and property when wildfires threaten communities. Our regional task force is made up of personnel from Coos Bay Fire & Rescue, Central Coos Fire & Rescue, Gold Beach Fire Department, Brookings Fire Department, and Western Lane Fire & EMS (Florence). Coos Bay's assignment includes one of our Type 6 wildland fire engines. These smaller, highly maneuverable fire engines are designed to access difficult terrain while carrying water and a pump for initial attack and structure protection. Our firefighters have primarily been performing structure protection, home hardening, and defensible space operations to help reduce the threat of wildfire spreading into neighborhoods. The Type 6 engine was initially deployed to the East Evans Fire, was later reassigned to the Shingle Fire, and is now working on the Rowe Complex as fire activity continues to evolve across the state. An additional four Coos Bay firefighters have been deployed since July 11 as a Type 1 Rapid Extraction Module Support (REMS) team at the East Evans Fire near Medford. REMS teams provide one of the most specialized assignments on a wildfire incident. Their mission is to rapidly locate, access, medically treat, and safely remove injured or ill firefighters from the fireline so they can be transported for medical care at a hospital. Their work directly supports firefighter safety during some of the most demanding conditions on the fireground. This deployment has also been a great example of regional cooperation. Western Lane Fire & EMS has provided qualified personnel to supplement our REMS team, allowing Coos Bay Fire & Rescue to continue supporting statewide wildfire operations while maintaining this highly specialized capability. We are proud of the professionalism and dedication our firefighters continue to demonstrate across Oregon, and we appreciate the support of their families and our community while they are away serving others. Residents may notice smoky conditions across the Bay Area this week as winds carry smoke from fires burning in other parts of Oregon. This is common during wildfire season and does not indicate there are active wildfires in the Coos Bay area. Individuals with asthma, COPD, or other respiratory conditions may experience increased symptoms. If smoke becomes noticeable, limiting time outdoors and keeping windows closed can help reduce exposure. This is also a good reminder about outdoor burning. The City of Coos Bay has not implemented a burn ban, although residents are always responsible for any fire they start. Burning should be done safely by using an approved burn barrel with a heavy-gauge screen or by maintaining small open debris piles while attended with a readily available water supply and hand tools. Burn only natural materials such as clean wood, paper, cardboard, and dry vegetation. Dry materials produce less smoke and burn more efficiently than green vegetation. Residents living outside the city limits of Coos Bay or North Bend should be aware that outdoor burning is restricted. Current regulations can be obtained from the Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) by calling 541-267-3161 or visiting www.cfpa.net. Although our coastal climate and frequent marine air generally reduce wildfire danger compared to much of the state, conditions remain very dry. It only takes one escaped debris burn, equipment spark, or unattended fire to start a wildfire. We encourage everyone to use extra caution and help keep our community safe throughout the remainder of the fire season. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos BayPhotos from Coos Bay - City Government's post
MAYORS MESSAGE Coos Bay Fire amp Rescue Wildfire Update Coos Bay Fire amp Rescue currentl... More

08/07/2026

What is birth tourism? President Trump signs order targeting practice with new visa restrictions Featured News by Oregon Today News
What is birth tourism? President Trump signs order targeting practice with new visa restrictions
Trumps order directs federal agencies to review visa policies and take action against peop... More

08/07/2026

Cause of death revealed for 3-time NBA champion Stacey King Featured News by Oregon Today News
Cause of death revealed for 3-time NBA champion Stacey King
The 1989 first-round pick died June 7 2026 More

08/07/2026

Besieged Sudanese city faces relentless drone strikes and risk of mass atrocities, U.N. warns Featured News by Oregon Today News
Besieged Sudanese city faces relentless drone strikes and risk of mass atrocities, U.N. warns
Whenever residents of the besieged city of el-Obeid look up at the sky it is filled with d... More

08/07/2026

Employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs in a sign of a wilting labor market Featured News by Oregon Today News
Employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs in a sign of a wilting labor market
The US job market unexpectedly stalled in JulyA report Friday from the Labor Department sh... More

08/07/2026

Prayers pour in after iconic band cancels show due to medical emergency Featured News by Oregon Today News
Prayers pour in after iconic band cancels show due to medical emergency
Earth Wind amp Fire canceled their Thursday night performance at Chase Center in San Franc... More

08/07/2026

Dating app to go ‘swipe-free’: So what comes next? Featured News by Oregon Today News
Dating app to go ‘swipe-free’: So what comes next?
Bumble is forgoing the swipe for something a little different More

08/07/2026

Here's how the Portland Fire are reimagining the color pink Featured News by Oregon Today News
Here's how the Portland Fire are reimagining the color pink
Shrink it and pink it More

08/07/2026

Ex-Lions wide receiver, 9-year NFL vet dies at 77 Featured News by Oregon Today News
Ex-Lions wide receiver, 9-year NFL vet dies at 77
Former NFL wide receiver Ray Jarvis has died He was 77 More

08/07/2026

New $43M tool to fight wildfires in California costs $5M in tariffs despite being US design Featured News by Oregon Today News
New $43M tool to fight wildfires in California costs $5M in tariffs despite being US design
Los Angeles is spending an estimated 43 million on a new firefighting helicopter and more ... More

08/07/2026

Country music singer says married celeb slid into her DMs: ‘If I wasn’t a Christian’ Featured News by Oregon Today News
Country music singer says married celeb slid into her DMs: ‘If I wasn’t a Christian’
Country musician Hannah Dasher disclosed on a podcast that a well-known married celebrity ... More

08/07/2026

Appeals court rules Trump must get approval from Congress on White House ballroom Featured News by Oregon Today News
Appeals court rules Trump must get approval from Congress on White House ballroom
While the court ordered a halt to construction of the White House ballroom its giving the ... More

08/07/2026

Portland Timbers open Leagues Cup play with 5-2 blowout over Club Puebla Featured News by Oregon Today News
Portland Timbers open Leagues Cup play with 5-2 blowout over Club Puebla
The Portland Timbers opened Leagues Cup 2026 with a 5-2 blowout victory over Club Puebla a... More

08/07/2026

Trump administration's latest buyback of offshore wind leases brings total to nearly $4 billion Featured News by Oregon Today News
Trump administration's latest buyback of offshore wind leases brings total to nearly $4 billion
An offshore wind company said Thursday that it reached a 12 billion settlement with the Tr... More

08/07/2026

Alaska teams go 1-1 at Legion regionals; Service wins in Wyoming and Kenai loses in Oregon Featured News by Oregon Today News
Alaska teams go 1-1 at Legion regionals; Service wins in Wyoming and Kenai loses in Oregon
The Alaska Sports Report provides in-depth daily coverage of Alaska athletes More

08/07/2026

Early-morning traffic stop on Highway 99E leads to DUII arrest Featured News by Oregon Today News
Early-morning traffic stop on Highway 99E leads to DUII arrest
An early-morning traffic stop north of Salem led to a DUII arrest Thursday morning after O... More

08/07/2026

GOP Sen. Cassidy says he'll support Todd Blanche as attorney general, likely paving way for confirmation Featured News by Oregon Today News
GOP Sen. Cassidy says he'll support Todd Blanche as attorney general, likely paving way for confirmation
Cassidys support for Blanches nomination is the latest update in the back-and-forth saga o... More

08/07/2026

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