Recent federal policy changes have weakened fair housing protections nationwide that disproportionately impact minorities, immigrants and rural residents, according to advocates. Oregon has moved to add protections.
Federal immigration agents arrested at least 1,100 people in Oregon this year, immigration experts estimate — a surge from the 113 arrests recorded in all of 2024. In August, the Trump administration said it would “come after” states like Oregon with laws preventing local law enforcement from coordinating with federal immigration officials
The Historic Ashland Armory is setting up an end-of-year celebration, Elevation New Year’s Eve, to remember with eight local DJs from across the state and Washington performing on two different stages on two different floors and bringing electronic music into the new year.
A suspect was still on the run early Monday afternoon after stealing two vehicles during a chase through Jackson County. Ashland Police Chief Tighe O’Meara said the individual was last seen in Talent shortly before 1 p.m.
Recent snow, although still well below average, is expected to allow Mt. Ashland Ski Area to open on a limited basis Monday, Dec. 29. General manager Andrew Gast said plans to open the Sonnet chairlift were held back because of the lack of snow. As of Sunday, the mountain had only 16 inches.
As the calendar turns and one year gives way to the next, Ashland marks the moment with a welcoming mix of celebration, reflection, creativity and community, with family-friendly events unfolding from New Year’s Eve through the first weekend of 2026.
Talent City Council members suspended the use of Flock surveillance cameras in recent weeks due to concern over potential misuse of data that government officials believe are in contradiction to Oregon’s Sanctuary State laws and could be used during immigration crackdowns by federal agents.
With Oregon’s kindergarten vaccine opt-out rate among the highest in the U.S., state public health officials fear the situation could worsen following a controversial shift in federal guidance on the hepatitis B vaccine.
The Republican-led effort to refer a gas tax increase passed in September to the November 2026 ballot has prompted some Democrats to suggest repealing all or parts of the gas tax bill in next year’s legislative session.
Creation of a foundation to benefit parks development and renovation in Talent will be the top priority for the city’s Parks Commission in the new year. Improvements to 12.4-acre Chuck Roberts Park identified in a 2024 amendment to the master plan will be a major emphasis for the city and the commission over the next several years, city officials said
Recent federal policy changes have weakened fair housing protections nationwide that disproportionately impact minorities, immigrants and rural residents, according to advocates. Oregon has moved to add protections.
Dr. John Maurer: It is my profound sense of community loss that prompts me to pen this article. Please let me know how the loss of our hospital impacts you…. I’m sure it’s a lot more than the inconvenience of driving 12 miles to Medford for your care.
Federal immigration agents arrested at least 1,100 people in Oregon this year, immigration experts estimate — a surge from the 113 arrests recorded in all of 2024. In August, the Trump administration said it would “come after” states like Oregon with laws preventing local law enforcement from coordinating with federal immigration officials
The Historic Ashland Armory is setting up an end-of-year celebration, Elevation New Year’s Eve, to remember with eight local DJs from across the state and Washington performing on two different stages on two different floors and bringing electronic music into the new year.
A suspect was still on the run early Monday afternoon after stealing two vehicles during a chase through Jackson County. Ashland Police Chief Tighe O’Meara said the individual was last seen in Talent shortly before 1 p.m.
Diane Williams: It seems like a significant tragedy to suddenly potentially terminate the careers of some providers and staff as well as to leave two-thirds of the hospital empty.
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