first responders

GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Oregon has many beautiful seasons that allow those that live here to enjoy hiking, hunting and even cutting down trees for Christmas. But with the outdoors and icy winter season, comes inevitable risks like getting lost or getting …

MEDFORD, Ore — The Human Bean is giving away free drinks to first responders Wednesday in honor of 9/11. Police officers, firefighters, paramedics, members of the military and veterans are able to get a free 16 oz. beverage of their choice. All they …

WHITE CITY, Ore. — First responders across the country got a “thank you” for working on Labor Day, including here in the Rogue Valley. Since 2002, Olive Garden has served more than 12,000 free meals. They say it’s a way to give …

GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Rural Metro Fire purchased an all-terrain vehicle to help in the rough terrain across the county. Its main function is to help first responders rescue injured firefighters. Rural Metro Fire had the vehicle for about six months now. The …

Salem, Ore.– The states of Oregon and Washington are opting into a wireless broadband network for first responders. Governor Kate Brown, along with Washington Governor Jay Inslee, announced the decision to provide a telecommunication network for the states’ public safety community. The First …

Medford, Ore. — Part of the I-5 overpass on Barnett Road was shut down Monday as a group of Rogue Valley residents stood in remembrance of 9/11. Phoenix resident Patti Robinson says it’s the second year the group has stood over the highway. “What …

Medford, Ore. – On Friday, on-duty Medford firefighters were issued ballistic vests and helmets they can use when responding to incidents involving violence or the threat of violence. According to Medford Fire-Rescue, violence against public safety officials, specifically firefighters, has been on …

Portland, Ore. — (KGW) — Portland Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Scott Beyers was among the first to respond to reports of a natural gas leak just minutes before a massive explosion Wednesday morning. Beyers walked up and down the street, making …

Medford, Ore., — In wake of Thursday’s sniper attack on law enforcement in Dallas, many officers and first responders suffer from post traumatic stress disorder. And Medford Police say the attack in Dallas is an attack on all law enforcement, that has an emotional …