ASHLAND, Ore. — A benefit concert took place Sunday night all to help local families and children. Dozens gathered at Grizzly Peak Winery to enjoy the tunes of Jeff Pevar, Inger Jorgensen, Paul Turnipseed and Nick Kirby. The event raises money ...
MEDFORD, Ore.– Sexual predators are something every parent worries about but a ranking in a national database has Oregonians in particular concerned. According to a study by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Oregon has the highest number ...
Medford, Ore. — A new piece of equipment will be making a big impact on the work at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Jackson County. NBC5 News got a first look at what it does, and what it will mean for the ...
Medford, Ore. — A youth soccer day camp organized by a high school student brought out nearly 50 kids on Saturday. The free camp was designed for children six to nine years old. While there wasn’t a registration fee, donations ...
Medford, Ore. — It’s an exciting week at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Jackson County, as their newest staff member comes aboard. NBC5 News first told you about their new program assistance dog in May, when Dogs for the Deaf ...
Central Point, Ore. — Since Dogs for the Deaf was founded nearly 40 years ago they’ve successfully matched over 1200 dogs with people in need around the country. But the non-profit has started expanding, training dogs for jobs beyond hearing ...
Medford, Ore. — The Children’s Advocacy Center of Jackson County began in the 70’s as a child abuse task force, before becoming its own entity in 1991. Since then, they’ve helped thousands of children who have experienced neglect, physical and ...
Oregon — A new report reveals Oregon’s child welfare system is failing in every area possible. The federal study released this week shows only a little more than half of abuse and neglect allegation investigations were completed on time, and in ...
Medford, Ore. — Child abuse is a serious problem, with 800 reported cases in Jackson County alone last year. That’s why the Children’s Advocacy Center holds its annual luncheon. The event Thursday, helps raise money to provide care for children ...