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'My intention was to stop the fight': Vancouver police officer takes the stand in her own defense during assault trial Featured News by Oregon Today News
Andrea Mendoza is accused of fourth-degree assault for threatening to tase a shoplifting s... More

04/19/2024

'Structure anywhere in the country that is like Timberline:' Timberline Lodge pivotal in Oregon History Featured News by Oregon Today News
The recent fire at Timberline Lodge is reminding Oregonians of the sites rich history More

04/19/2024

Ordinance floated by Commissioner Gonzalez would give Portland mayor unilateral authority on homelessness Featured News by Oregon Today News
Commissioner Rene Gonzalez has walked back the higher penalties for homeless people includ... More

04/19/2024

'It’s ridiculous': Portland Public Schools parents push back against complaint filed against teachers union Featured News by Oregon Today News
A complaint filed recently asks for more than 100 million in damages for Novembers Portlan... More

04/19/2024

Climate solutions do exist. These 6 experts detail what they look like Featured News by Oregon Today News
Scientists say theres a lot we can still do to slow the speed of climate change But when i... More

04/19/2024

Couple evacuated from Timberline Lodge first spotted flames from the hot tub Featured News by Oregon Today News
Jenny Taylor and Jim Snyder were in the pool area of the Lodge with other guests when the ... More

04/19/2024

Clark County deputies who fatally shot carjacking suspect identified; bodycam shows confrontation, shooting Featured News by Oregon Today News
The Clark County Sheriffs Office on Friday publicly released the names of the four officer... More

04/19/2024

Portland-set show, ‘So Help Me Todd,’ canceled by CBS Featured News by Oregon Today News
After two seasons the comedy-drama So Help Me Todd has been canceled according to entertai... More

04/19/2024

Dear Annie: Yes, your Nigerian prince is a scammer. Check these tips from FBI to make sure Featured News by Oregon Today News
Note This Dear Annie column originally ran in 2021 More

04/19/2024

RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 finale free live stream, how to watch Season 16 on demand Featured News by Oregon Today News
The RuPauls Drag Race Season 16 finale is here The shows highest-rated season in years com... More

04/19/2024

Timberline Lodge Escapes Serious Damage in Overnight Blaze Featured News by Oregon Today News
One of Oregons most iconic buildings dodged disaster Thursday night as five crews extingui... More

04/19/2024

Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward Featured News by Oregon Today News
Final House approval could come this weekend when the package would be sent to the Senate More

04/19/2024

IDLEYLD PARK, Ore. - The body of Rachel Merchant-Ly has been recovered from the North Umpqua River today.   
  
On April 19, 2024, Douglas County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue organized a large scale search in their ongoing efforts to locate 27-year-old Rachel Merchant-Ly of Idleyld Park. Merchant-Ly was reported missing on Thursday, February 29, 2024, when she didn't arrive at Glide Elementary School where she worked as a kindergarten teacher. Later that morning, a Douglas County Sheriff's deputy located signs of a motor vehicle crash near milepost 41 on Highway 138E.  
  
On Friday, March 1, 2024, Merchant-Ly's vehicle was recovered from the North Umpqua River, but she was not found inside.  
  
Since that time, searchers have conducted numerous searches by water, land, and air without success.   
  
On April 19, 2024, searchers from Douglas County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue, Jackson County Search and Rescue and Lane County Search and Rescue organized to conduct further searching. Volunteer rafting groups and community members also organized and were coordinating with the Sheriff's Office efforts.   
  
At approximately 9:30 a.m., a community member volunteer located a deceased body in the river approximately 7.5 miles downstream from the crash site. Deputies confirmed the presence of the body and began coordinating recovery efforts. The Douglas County Medical Examiner's Office responded and confirmed the body to be that of Rachel Merchant-Ly.   
  
“I cannot thank the dedicated deputies, SAR Volunteers, agency partners and community members who have not given up on finding Rachel, Featured News by Douglas County Sheriff
IDLEYLD PARK, Ore. - The body of Rachel Merchant-Ly has been recovered from the North Umpqua River today. On April 19, 2024, Douglas County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue organized a large scale search in their ongoing efforts to locate 27-year-old Rachel Merchant-Ly of Idleyld Park. Merchant-Ly was reported missing on Thursday, February 29, 2024, when she didn't arrive at Glide Elementary School where she worked as a kindergarten teacher. Later that morning, a Douglas County Sheriff's deputy located signs of a motor vehicle crash near milepost 41 on Highway 138E. On Friday, March 1, 2024, Merchant-Ly's vehicle was recovered from the North Umpqua River, but she was not found inside. Since that time, searchers have conducted numerous searches by water, land, and air without success. On April 19, 2024, searchers from Douglas County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue, Jackson County Search and Rescue and Lane County Search and Rescue organized to conduct further searching. Volunteer rafting groups and community members also organized and were coordinating with the Sheriff's Office efforts. At approximately 9:30 a.m., a community member volunteer located a deceased body in the river approximately 7.5 miles downstream from the crash site. Deputies confirmed the presence of the body and began coordinating recovery efforts. The Douglas County Medical Examiner's Office responded and confirmed the body to be that of Rachel Merchant-Ly. “I cannot thank the dedicated deputies, SAR Volunteers, agency partners and community members who have not given up on finding Rachel," Sheriff John Hanlin said. “Commissioner Freeman and I have been in personal communication with Rachel's husband, mother, father and extended family. They are extremely thankful for the efforts of everyone involved.” The Sheriff's Office was assisted throughout the investigation by Douglas County, Jackson County and Lane County Search and Rescue teams, the Oregon State Search and Rescue Coordinator, Oregon State Police, Oregon Department of Transportation, Pacific Power, Weekly Brothers, North Umpqua Outfitters, Northwest Rafters Association, Douglas County Fire District #2 and all of the community members who volunteered their time.
IDLEYLD PARK Ore - The body of Rachel Merchant-Ly has been recovered from the North Umpqua... More

04/19/2024

No bird flu cases in Oregon cattle, although the state is taking precautions Featured News by Oregon Today News
So far eight states across the country have reported cases of highly pathogenic avian infl... More

04/19/2024

Idaho group says it is exploring a ballot initiative for abortion rights and reproductive care Featured News by Oregon Today News
A new Idaho organization says it will ask voters to restore abortion access and other repr... More

04/19/2024

No, this video doesn’t show a retaliatory strike from Israel on Iran Featured News by Oregon Today News
A video showing various scenes of destruction wasnt taken during a recent attack on Iran I... More

04/19/2024

Did you know eligible residential customers facing extreme hardship may now receive assistance for their current utility bill, up to $300 per fiscal year? To be eligible for bill assistance, applicants must be residential customers of Tualatin with household incomes at or below 60% of the Oregon Annual Median Income for the past 60 days. Additionally, a customer may be eligible if they are actively enrolled in other programs, as listed on our website. For full details including how to apply for the program click here  https://pulse.ly/xkdmdeemhg. To contact the city call 503-691-3056 or for additional program information call Community Action at 503-615-0771. Featured News by City of Tualatin
‘On Patrol: Live’ April 19 and 20 free live stream; how to watch live PD Reelz TV channel on demand Featured News by Oregon Today News
Fan-favorite police reality TV drama series On Patrol Live is back on Reelz tonight Friday... More

04/19/2024

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