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Trump taps Manhattan attorney Jay Clayton for intelligence director Featured News by Oregon Today News
WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Thursday that he plans to nominate Jay Clayton the... More

06/11/2026

Oregon State pitching coach Rich Dorman to be hired at Florida, per reports Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Kotek approves request to return civil jurisdiction to an Oregon tribe Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation is on track to regain control o... More

06/11/2026

6/11/26 - Lane County Sheriff Cold Case Detectives close 31-year-old murder   
  
On June 2nd, 1995, a little after 9:00pm the body of then 33-year-old Joni Marie Grigsby was found deceased along the river outside Springfield. LCSO Detectives investigated her death, and it was ultimately ruled a homicide. Over time every lead ran cold. Investigative tools at the time were not what they are today.     
  
Since that time LCSO Cold Case Detectives have continued to work on the case. In 2023, DNA samples obtained from the crime scene were sent to an outside laboratory for testing. The results of the testing narrowed the field of suspects to small handful, which detectives continued to work through.    
  
Detectives learned that one of the suspects, Roy C. Gomes, was shot and killed by Sacramento Police on March 5th, 2004, during a violent confrontation. Gomes was on parole at the time of the shooting. During Gomes’ autopsy a sample of his DNA was taken.  LCSO Cold Case Detectives obtained a copy of Gomes’ DNA sample and submitted it for comparison against the samples obtained from the crime scene.     
  
Lab analysis confirmed Gomes’ DNA matched what was found at the scene of Grigsby’s murder. Joni Grigsby’s family have been notified of the updates and results of this investigation.     
  
The Lane County Sheriff’s Cold Case Team is made up of volunteers, who donate their time to help solve unclosed cases. The team is made up of retried officers and detectives who volunteer countless hours to help bring closure to families and the team is completely funded through donations.     
  
If you are interested in the LCSO Cold Case Team or you would like to donate to their cause, please see the links below for more information.    
  
https://www.lanecountyor.gov/government/county_departments/sheriff_s_office/support_services/cold_cases  
  
https://client.pointandpay.net/web/lanecountysheriffdonations Featured News by Lane County Sheriff
6/11/26 - Lane County Sheriff Cold Case Detectives close 31-year-old murder On June 2nd, 1995, a little after 9:00pm the body of then 33-year-old Joni Marie Grigsby was found deceased along the river outside Springfield. LCSO Detectives investigated her death, and it was ultimately ruled a homicide. Over time every lead ran cold. Investigative tools at the time were not what they are today. Since that time LCSO Cold Case Detectives have continued to work on the case. In 2023, DNA samples obtained from the crime scene were sent to an outside laboratory for testing. The results of the testing narrowed the field of suspects to small handful, which detectives continued to work through. Detectives learned that one of the suspects, Roy C. Gomes, was shot and killed by Sacramento Police on March 5th, 2004, during a violent confrontation. Gomes was on parole at the time of the shooting. During Gomes’ autopsy a sample of his DNA was taken. LCSO Cold Case Detectives obtained a copy of Gomes’ DNA sample and submitted it for comparison against the samples obtained from the crime scene. Lab analysis confirmed Gomes’ DNA matched what was found at the scene of Grigsby’s murder. Joni Grigsby’s family have been notified of the updates and results of this investigation. The Lane County Sheriff’s Cold Case Team is made up of volunteers, who donate their time to help solve unclosed cases. The team is made up of retried officers and detectives who volunteer countless hours to help bring closure to families and the team is completely funded through donations. If you are interested in the LCSO Cold Case Team or you would like to donate to their cause, please see the links below for more information. https://www.lanecountyor.gov/government/county_departments/sheriff_s_office/support_services/cold_cases https://client.pointandpay.net/web/lanecountysheriffdonations
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06/11/2026

Massive Hoover Dam flag removed just weeks before America's 250th anniversary Featured News by Oregon Today News
With just a few weeks until Americas 250th anniversary a massive American flag display at ... More

06/11/2026

Oregon’s Aging Population Poses Challenges for Economic Revival Featured News by Oregon Today News
Gov Tina Koteks Prosperity Council will propose fixes later this month More

06/11/2026

Oregon lands two Perfect Game Freshman All-Americans for first time in program history Featured News by Oregon Today News
For the first time ever Oregon placed two players on the Perfect Game Freshman All-America... More

06/11/2026

VOTE: Are you willing to pay for a permit to enjoy Oregon's waterways? Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Oregon heat danger: how to stay safe this summer Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon Health Authority is urging people to prepare now as the state enters its hottest mo... More

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Visit Central Oregon promotes smoke map as wildfire season begins Featured News by Oregon Today News
As wildfire season approaches Visit Central Oregon is encouraging residents and visitors t... More

06/11/2026

Oregon industrial battery company ZincFive to go public in $600 million deal Featured News by Oregon Today News
ZincFive a Tualatin company that makes batteries for data centers and industrial equipment... More

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You have just a few weekends left to get Hunnymilk's famous sub-$30 brunch combo in Portland Featured News by Oregon Today News
Pack up the pancakes This month is your last chance to visit this budget-friendly Portland... More

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Portland parks leader to make severance-free exit from City Hall Featured News by Oregon Today News
Sonia Schmanski a veteran Portland government official who currently serves as the Parks B... More

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Sindicato de maestros de Portland presenta queja tras avisos de despido Featured News by Oregon Today News
Read this story in English After Portland Public Schools teachers get layoff notices their... More

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After cycling 10,000 miles to the World Cup, 3 Argentina fans score free tickets Featured News by Oregon Today News
The trio traveled through 17 countries over nine months and had failed multiple times to s... More

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Dave’s Killer Bread objects to proposed school at former Bob’s Red Mill store. Here’s why Featured News by Oregon Today News
A last-minute objection has delayed a decision on the fate of the former Bobs Red Mill sto... More

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Asking Eric: I just know neighbor’s mango tree is going to make a mess. Do I report her to HOA? Featured News by Oregon Today News
Dear Eric Im navigating a tricky neighborly issue and could use your insights A few years ... More

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Oregon was just called one of the worst states for a road trip. What gives? Featured News by Oregon Today News
Oregon is an idyllic place for a summer road trip with a sprawling network of state nation... More

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These new Washington laws take effect Thursday Featured News by Oregon Today News
Over 200 new Washington state laws take effect Thursday Among them are tax hikes enhanceme... More

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