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Medford, Ore. — The Medford city council approved the city budget for the next biennium. The $323-million dollar budget allows the city to maintain services while continuing to hire employees. It also includes funding for some new projects. “We’re gonna be providing …

Yreka, Cal.- A call about a wrong-way driver led to a 90 minute standoff and an officer injury early Wednesday morning near Yreka. According to California Highway Patrol, a driver called in after seeing another driver heading southbound in the northbound lanes …

Medford, Ore. — Medford police are increasing bike patrols. Dozens of Medford police officers are certified as bicycle officers. Now that the weather is heating up, you’ll likely be seeing them a lot more in the city’s parks, on the greenway, and throughout …

Jackson County, Ore,. — The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is ramping up DUI patrols over the next two weeks. It’s all part of the “Summer Kick Off” event with other local law enforcement agencies. The extra patrols will start tomorrow and go …

Medford, Ore. — In Medford, only one missing child case is still open. It’s the oldest in the county. And while the nearly 40 year old case is considered cold, police are still pursuing leads, even now. ” Is it possible to …

Jackson County, Ore., — “I don’t know that people feel safe to use the Greenway at all times.” The Bear Creek Greenway extends from Central Point all the way to Ashland. It’s intended to be a recreational path for hikers, bikers and …

Ashland, Ore. — First responders in southern Oregon are making it even easier for you to report issues in your communities. Ashland Police Department and Ashland Fire and Rescue just launched a new, free app. The departments can send push alerts about major …

Portland, Ore. – A dog attacking children at a bus stop was shot by a Portland police officer Thursday morning. The Portland Police Bureau said on May 11 around 8:02 a.m., they received a report that a white pit bull was jumping …

Medford, Ore.- Oregon state trooper Mike Benson has never met Philip Lowd but they share a bond that will connect them for the rest of their lives. “It’s not about yourself,” Mike said. Both men have made a commitment to serve the …

Medford, Ore. — Medford police say a series of small fires over the weekend are no coincidence. Fire crews were called to seven different locations Saturday night, from 5th and Holly to the railroad tracks on W. Clark Street. MPD and Medford Fire-Rescue say …