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4/30/26 - LCSO Case 26-2132 - Adult in Custody awaiting trial assaults deputy On April 30th, a Lane County Sheriff’s deputy assigned to the Jail was securing single cell doors during dayroom time in a jail housing area. An adult in custody, Reid Michael Squires, 23, of Eugene, unexpectedly began punching the deputy in the face. Squires continued striking the deputy until a nearby adult in custody intervened, stopping the assault until additional deputies arrived. The deputy sustained significant injuries requiring care at an area hospital. She has since been discharged but is still recovering from her injuries. The involved deputy has more than 25 years of law enforcement experience. After additional investigation, Squires was charged with Assault on a Public Safety Officer and Assault in the 4th degree. Squires is in custody awaiting trial on a Eugene Police Department case for the following charges: - Rape in the 1st Degree - Three counts of Sex Abuse in the 1st Degree - Three counts of Sodomy in the 1st Degree - Three counts of Using Child in Display of Sexually Explicit Conduct Featured News by Lane County Sheriff
4/30/26 - LCSO Case 26-2132 - Adult in Custody awaiting trial assaults deputy On April 30th, a Lane County Sheriff’s deputy assigned to the Jail was securing single cell doors during dayroom time in a jail housing area. An adult in custody, Reid Michael Squires, 23, of Eugene, unexpectedly began punching the deputy in the face. Squires continued striking the deputy until a nearby adult in custody intervened, stopping the assault until additional deputies arrived. The deputy sustained significant injuries requiring care at an area hospital. She has since been discharged but is still recovering from her injuries. The involved deputy has more than 25 years of law enforcement experience. After additional investigation, Squires was charged with Assault on a Public Safety Officer and Assault in the 4th degree. Squires is in custody awaiting trial on a Eugene Police Department case for the following charges: - Rape in the 1st Degree - Three counts of Sex Abuse in the 1st Degree - Three counts of Sodomy in the 1st Degree - Three counts of Using Child in Display of Sexually Explicit Conduct
43026 - LCSO Case 26-2132 - Adult in Custody awaiting trial assaults deputy On April 30... More

05/01/2026

Sinkhole opens up in downtown Portland Featured News by Oregon Today News
Sinkhole opens up in downtown Portland
The sinkhole is located at Southwest Adler Street and Southwest 2nd Avenue just before the... More

05/01/2026

8 arrested in sit-in at Hilton-owned Portland hotel that protesters say housed ICE and DHS agents Featured News by Oregon Today News
8 arrested in sit-in at Hilton-owned Portland hotel that protesters say housed ICE and DHS agents
Portland police said there were more than 20 protesters in the downtown hotel lobby most o... More

05/01/2026

Students rally at Laurelhurst Park to protest PPS furlough days and budget cuts Featured News by Oregon Today News
Students rally at Laurelhurst Park to protest PPS furlough days and budget cuts
Students say losing four school days is hurting learning as Portland Public Schools faces ... More

05/01/2026

Look twice, save a life: Motorcycle rally in Salem stresses safety, honors lives lost on the road Featured News by Oregon Today News
Look twice, save a life: Motorcycle rally in Salem stresses safety, honors lives lost on the road
Motorcycle Awareness Month kicks off with a call for safety and remembrance at the Oregon ... More

05/01/2026

Fugees rapper Pras turns himself in to start 14-year sentence Featured News by Oregon Today News
Fugees rapper Pras turns himself in to start 14-year sentence
A spokesperson for Pras Michel said the rapper will appeal his 2023 federal conviction on ... More

05/01/2026

Damian Lillard shares his thoughts about the Blazer surprising season Featured News by Oregon Today News
Damian Lillard shares his thoughts about the Blazer surprising season
A year away from playing has Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard expectedly eager for a retu... More

05/01/2026

Novig promo code “OREGON” updated: “Spend $5, Get $50” NBA Playoffs deal Featured News by Oregon Today News
Novig promo code “OREGON” updated: “Spend $5, Get $50” NBA Playoffs deal
Novig has officially announced the Novig promo code OREGON for Friday May 1st 2026 keeping... More

05/01/2026

Federal court restricts abortion pill access in 2026 Featured News by Oregon Today News
Federal court restricts abortion pill access in 2026
A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion ... More

05/01/2026

Local grocery chain sells its last store to Market of Choice Featured News by Oregon Today News
Local grocery chain sells its last store to Market of Choice
After a whirlwind eight-year run that saw its Portland-area footprint slashed from six gro... More

05/01/2026

Mystery investors secure option to purchase Ross Island Featured News by Oregon Today News
Mystery investors secure option to purchase Ross Island
A group of private investors has signed an agreement that gives it the option to buy Portl... More

05/01/2026

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6 to 12 months Featured News by Oregon Today News
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6 to 12 months
Trump threatened to withdraw troops from the NATO ally this week after Chancellor Friedri... More

05/01/2026

Heat draws more paddleboarders, but new Oregon permit law could bring warning and fines Featured News by Oregon Today News
Heat draws more paddleboarders, but new Oregon permit law could bring warning and fines
High temperatures are hitting the Rose City and that means more people will be out on the ... More

05/01/2026

Why Southern Oregon gardeners should skip the rototiller Featured News by Oregon Today News
Why Southern Oregon gardeners should skip the rototiller
Jackson County Master Gardener Lynn Kunstman explains why rototilling can damage soil heal... More

05/01/2026

OSAAtoday | Softball May 1 bracketology: Who's in and who's out? Featured News by Oregon Today News
OSAAtoday | Softball May 1 bracketology: Who's in and who's out?
If the season ended today check out which teams would make the state tournament at every c... More

05/01/2026

The One Moto Show rumbles back into South Portland for 17th year Featured News by Oregon Today News
The One Moto Show rumbles back into South Portland for 17th year
Back for its 17th year the One Moto Show is rolling back into Portlands Zidell Yards for a... More

05/01/2026

Fire officials on alert as record low snow pack, rain totals pose risk of widespread fuel Featured News by Oregon Today News
Fire officials on alert as record low snow pack, rain totals pose risk of widespread fuel
May is National Wildfire Awareness Month and fire officials statewide are focused on wildf... More

05/01/2026

Come Early. You’ll Be Glad You Did. Before the conference even begins… ⛳ Golf tournament 🏟 Tour Autzen Stadium 🏃 Visit Hayward Field (TrackTown USA!) 🕯 Human trafficking awareness vigil This isn’t just a conference—it’s a full experience. Bring your family. Bring a friend. Make a weekend of it. 👉 Details & registration: Rotarians can register on DACdb’s District Calendar. Featured News by Rotary International District 5110
Come Early. You’ll Be Glad You Did. Before the conference even begins… ⛳ Golf tournament 🏟 Tour Autzen Stadium 🏃 Visit Hayward Field (TrackTown USA!) 🕯 Human trafficking awareness vigil This isn’t just a conference—it’s a full experience. Bring your family. Bring a friend. Make a weekend of it. 👉 Details & registration: Rotarians can register on DACdb’s District Calendar.
Come Early Youll Be Glad You Did Before the conference even begins Golf tournament Tour ... More

05/01/2026

SUMMER READING PROGRAM IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! The Coos Bay Public Library is gearing up for a fabulous Summer Reading Program and this year’s theme is Plant a Seed, Read! As part of our activities around this year’s theme, we will be teaming up with 4H to feature a gardening boot camp for kids ages 9-12. The camp will run 1 – 5 p.m. on July 7-10 and will be filled with fun activities such as: • Learn more about gardening and the library • Participate in a project at Ladybug Garden • Build a garden box and plant seeds • Paint garden pottery at Pottery Company • Learn how to prepare nutritious vegetable and fruit snacks • Play games • Keep a journal inspired by the garden • AND MORE.... Registration is required for this FREE program. Please register for the program only if your child can attend all days of the program. Registration ends June 22; please let us know prior to that if your plans change. Questions about the program? Contact Youth Services Librarian, Jennifer Knight at jknight@coosbaylibrary.org or (541) 269-1101 x3606. Featured News by City of Coos Bay
SUMMER READING PROGRAM IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! The Coos Bay Public Library is gearing up for a fabulous Summer Reading Program and this year’s theme is Plant a Seed, Read! As part of our activities around this year’s theme, we will be teaming up with 4H to feature a gardening boot camp for kids ages 9-12. The camp will run 1 – 5 p.m. on July 7-10 and will be filled with fun activities such as: • Learn more about gardening and the library • Participate in a project at Ladybug Garden • Build a garden box and plant seeds • Paint garden pottery at Pottery Company • Learn how to prepare nutritious vegetable and fruit snacks • Play games • Keep a journal inspired by the garden • AND MORE.... Registration is required for this FREE program. Please register for the program only if your child can attend all days of the program. Registration ends June 22; please let us know prior to that if your plans change. Questions about the program? Contact Youth Services Librarian, Jennifer Knight at [email protected] or (541) 269-1101 x3606.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER The Coos Bay Public Library is gearing... More

05/01/2026

Spirit Airlines is on the brink of liquidation. Here is what you should do if you have a ticket Featured News by Oregon Today News
Spirit Airlines is on the brink of liquidation. Here is what you should do if you have a ticket
If Spirit Airlines liquidates it leaves many passengers in precarious positions Here is wh... More

05/01/2026

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