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Kalshi code “OREGONLIVE1” has launched $25 bonus for Patriots vs. Seahawks in WA Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Kalshi code OREGONLIVE1 has gone live ahead of Patriots vs Seahawks on Wednesday Septe... More

09/08/2026

Canada's new tariffs on US goods heighten trade tensions, impact Washington businesses Featured News by Oregon Today News
Canadian tariffs on US goods ignite trade tensions impacting Washington businesses like Is... More

09/08/2026

New $50 Polymarket promo code “OREGON” launches for NFL Week 1 Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Polymarket promo code OREGON has been updated and is confirmed active with three marke... More

09/08/2026

Oregon women's golf climbs to second at ANNIKA Intercollegiate after 8-under round Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Oregon womens golf team moved up three spots into second place at the ANNIKA Intercoll... More

09/08/2026

How Oregon is rebuilding after 1 million acres burned in 2020 Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon is making progress rebuilding housing lost in the September 2020 wildfires that for... More

09/08/2026

Hermiston has Oregon's Building Inspector of the Year Featured News by Oregon Today News
HERMISTON There are very few if any new structures built in Hermiston during the past 18 ... More

09/08/2026

COVID-19 Vaccinations Now Available In Oregon Featured News by Oregon Today News
COVID rates in Oregon and across the US are low but increasing with slightly higher concen... More

09/08/2026

***Press Release***  
   
On September 28, 2025, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a 9-year-old male who had been stabbed with a spear at a residence off of Cape Arago Highway.  It was reported to Deputies on scene that the boy’s sister had accidentally stabbed him during play with a spear.  During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the boy had in fact been stabbed by his father, Levi Higgins-Green.  Also uncovered during the investigation were instances of domestic violence involving the other adults and children who lived in the home which occurred over years.  It should be noted that names have been omitted at the specific request of the surviving family.    
   
On August 31, 2026, Levi Higgins Green submitted a plea of Guilty to the following crimes:  
   
- Strangulation – Constituting Domestic Violence  
- Assault in the Third Degree  
- Assault in the Second Degree – Constituting Domestic Violence  
- Assault in the Third Degree (Second Count)  
- Criminal Mistreatment in the First Degree  
- Criminal Mistreatment in the First Degree (Second Count)  
- Murder in the Second Degree  
   
The Honorable Judge Martin Stone accepted the plea and sentenced Levi Higgins-Green to a combined sentence of 80 months (6.6 years) for the first six listed charges and an additional life sentence (minimum of 25 years or 300 months) for a total minimum prison sentence of 380 months or 31.6 years of prison.  This case was investigated by the Coos County Sheriff’s Office with assistance from Coos Bay Police Department, Oregon State Police, Kids Hope Center, Charleston Fire Department, Bay Cities Ambulance and Eugene Police Department.  The case was prosecuted by District Attorney Jody Newby. Featured News by Coos County Sheriff
***Press Release*** On September 28, 2025, the Coos County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a 9-year-old male who had been stabbed with a spear at a residence off of Cape Arago Highway. It was reported to Deputies on scene that the boy’s sister had accidentally stabbed him during play with a spear. During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the boy had in fact been stabbed by his father, Levi Higgins-Green. Also uncovered during the investigation were instances of domestic violence involving the other adults and children who lived in the home which occurred over years. It should be noted that names have been omitted at the specific request of the surviving family. On August 31, 2026, Levi Higgins Green submitted a plea of Guilty to the following crimes: - Strangulation – Constituting Domestic Violence - Assault in the Third Degree - Assault in the Second Degree – Constituting Domestic Violence - Assault in the Third Degree (Second Count) - Criminal Mistreatment in the First Degree - Criminal Mistreatment in the First Degree (Second Count) - Murder in the Second Degree The Honorable Judge Martin Stone accepted the plea and sentenced Levi Higgins-Green to a combined sentence of 80 months (6.6 years) for the first six listed charges and an additional life sentence (minimum of 25 years or 300 months) for a total minimum prison sentence of 380 months or 31.6 years of prison. This case was investigated by the Coos County Sheriff’s Office with assistance from Coos Bay Police Department, Oregon State Police, Kids Hope Center, Charleston Fire Department, Bay Cities Ambulance and Eugene Police Department. The case was prosecuted by District Attorney Jody Newby.
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09/08/2026

***Public Event***  
  
On September 19th 2026, from noon to 8 p.m., the Coquille Valley Elks will be hosting a “Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, at 54947 Lee Valley Road, Coquille, Oregon, with all proceeds going to the Coos County Sheriff’s Office K9 Program.  
  
Dinner begins at 5:00 p.m. $15 per person. Please RSVP with Jennifer at 541-572-1935.  
  
During dinner, Shelly Reese, Deputies T. Hansen and A. Churchill will be recognized for life-saving efforts from an incident in 2025. A special guest will also be in attendance.  
  
The public and members of the media are welcome and encouraged to attend.Photos from Coos County Sheriff's Office's post Featured News by Coos County Sheriff
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09/08/2026

Erik and Lyle Menendez eligible to face parole board again in spring 2027 Featured News by Oregon Today News
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09/08/2026

25 years after 9/11, researchers explain how many people's memories have changed over time Featured News by Oregon Today News
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09/08/2026

25 years after 9/11 terrorist attacks, legacy of ‘the man in the red bandana’ stronger than ever Featured News by Oregon Today News
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09/08/2026

Woman in crosswalk seriously injured after being hit by pickup truck in Orchards Featured News by Oregon Today News
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09/08/2026

The Oregon school zone rule speed limit rule that you're probably getting wrong Featured News by Oregon Today News
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09/08/2026

Health officials urge vigilance as COVID-19 cases rise across Oregon Featured News by Oregon Today News
Health officials are reporting an uptick in COVID-19 cases across Oregon and are urging re... More

09/08/2026

Activists detained at Oregon State Capitol protesting lithium mine Featured News by Oregon Today News
Activists from Portland Eugene and southern Oregon were urging Gov Tina Kotek to step in a... More

09/08/2026

Proposal would require Oregon super speeders to install safety device Featured News by Oregon Today News
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09/08/2026

US banning dairy products, most alcoholic beverages and motorcycles from Canada Featured News by Oregon Today News
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