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Inside the hunt for a serial kidnapper, and a bloody finale
February 3, 2023 GMTSALEM, Ore. (AP) — Police in rural southwest Oregon were on high alert: A man with a history of kidnapping and torturing women in two states was on the run in their territory.
When a tip came in from a cab company that had given him a ride, they went house-to-house to check on residents.
Police: Oregon kidnap suspect killed 2 men before cornered
February 2, 2023 GMTSALEM, Ore. (AP) — The suspect in a violent kidnapping in Oregon — a man who spent little time behind bars for a similar crime in Nevada — killed two men before being cornered by officers and fatally shooting himself, police said Wednesday.
Oregon kidnapping suspect dies of self-inflicted gunshot
February 1, 2023 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — The suspect in a violent kidnapping in Oregon — a man who spent little time behind bars for a similar crime in Nevada — died after shooting himself during a standoff with heavily armed police, authorities said.
Kidnap suspect released day he arrived at Nevada prison
January 31, 2023 GMTLAS VEGAS (AP) — A man at the center of an intense police search in Oregon after a violent kidnapping last week was released from custody in October 2021 by Nevada prison officials on the same day he was transferred to the state’s custody to serve a kidnapping sentence, authorities said Monday.
Police warn that Oregon torture suspect is using dating apps
January 28, 2023 GMTSALEM, Ore. (AP) — A man accused of torturing a woman he held captive in Oregon, and who was convicted in Nevada of keeping another woman in captivity, is using dating apps to find people who can help him avoid the police or to find new victims, authorities said Friday.
Cops hunt Oregon torture suspect jailed in Vegas kidnap case
January 27, 2023 GMTSALEM, Ore. (AP) — Police in southern Oregon were searching Thursday for a man accused of torturing a woman he held captive, less than two years after he was convicted in Nevada of keeping another woman in captivity for weeks before the victim managed to escape.
Cops shoot, kill Grants Pass resident during suspect search
September 24, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Grants Pass police killed a resident this week while chasing a suspect from a city park into a neighborhood after a suspicious-activity call, according to Oregon State Police.
Man pleads guilty to breaking windows at Planned Parenthood
September 20, 2022 GMTPORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A man who broke windows and security cameras at a Planned Parenthood clinic in southwestern Oregon because he opposed abortion has pleaded guilty to two counts of violating the federal Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
Firefighter hit by tree and killed in southern Oregon
August 19, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — A firefighter working a blaze in southern Oregon has died after he was struck by a tree on Thursday, officials said.
The Oregon Department of Forestry and Bureau of Land Management confirmed the death of Logan Taylor, 25, in a Facebook post.
Sheriff: Man starts wildfires, detained by locals in Oregon
July 26, 2022 GMTSALEM, Ore. (AP) — A man who reportedly ignited wildfires in a remote, forested corner of Oregon was apprehended by three local residents and tied to a tree until police arrived, a sheriff said Tuesday.
Police: Man arrested in YMCA child sex abuse incident
June 23, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Police detectives have arrested a convicted sex offender in southern Oregon after a child was sexually touched at a YMCA swimming pool, police said.
The Grants Pass Police Department said in a statement Thursday that officers responded to a report of a sex offense on Monday involving a 6-year-old girl.
Dutch Bros: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
May 11, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) _ Dutch Bros Inc. (BROS) on Wednesday reported a loss of $4.9 million in its first quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Grants Pass, Oregon-based company said it had a loss of 10 cents.
Survey: Fast, reliable internet access lacking in SW Oregon
March 30, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — A survey conducted for commissioners in southwest Oregon’s Jackson and Josephine counties has found internet access is so bad that 22% of respondents said they’ve considered moving.
Dutch Bros: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
March 1, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) _ Dutch Bros Inc. (BROS) on Tuesday reported a loss of $2.9 million in its fourth quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Grants Pass, Oregon-based company said it had a loss of 6 cents.
Justice Department: Gambling center plan unconstitutional
February 12, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Department of Justice has released an opinion that the planned gambling machines in an entertainment center next to the Grants Pass Downs horse racing track amount to a casino that would violate the Oregon Constitution.
Police: Man confronting bear accidentally kills brother
February 10, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Authorities say a man in Oregon trying to protect his home from a bear instead fatally shot his brother by mistake, then killed himself.
Josephine County Undersheriff Travis Snyder said the man called 911 around 7 a.m.
6 at jail hospitalized after fentanyl overdose, exposure
February 4, 2022 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Four people in Josephine County jail custody and two deputies were hospitalized because of fentanyl overdose and exposure, according to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office.
DeFazio endorses Hoyle in 4th District race
January 15, 2022 GMTSALEM, Ore. (AP) — Retiring Oregon Democratic U.S. Rep. Peter DeFazio has endorsed Val Hoyle in the race to replace him in the 4th District Congressional seat.
DeFazio is stepping down from the position he’s held since 1987.
Gambling venture files legal challenge against OR commission
December 30, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Backers of a Southern Oregon gaming and entertainment venue have filed a legal petition against the Oregon Racing Commission over purported licensing delays for gambling machines.
Talking crow befriends entire Oregon elementary school
December 11, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — A friendly, if somewhat foul-mouthed, crow became a temporary mascot at Allen Dale Elementary School in November when the bird took up residence at the Grants Pass school.
Students, adults clash at Grants Pass High School protest
November 17, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Student demonstrators and adult counter-protesters clashed outside Grants Pass High School in Oregon during a student-led walkout against the reinstatement of two educators who expressed public support for educational policies that favor a student’s biological sex over their gender identity, authorities said.
Jockeys hurt after lights go out during race in Grants Pass
November 11, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Two jockeys were hurt after the lights suddenly went out during a race at Grants Pass Downs in southwestern Oregon.
According to racetrack officials, the incident happened during the final race Tuesday, KDRV-TV reported.
Manager charged in alleged massage prostitution ring
October 26, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — A Grants Pass woman is accused of running an illicit massage business.
The Josephine County District Attorney’s Office charged Wei Zhang, 58, with a one felony count of promoting prostitution, The Mail Tribune reported.
‘Absolutely heartbreaking’ - week of deaths at hospital
September 3, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — As COVID-19 continued its deadly sweep through Josephine County, things were not going well Wednesday at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass.
The outpatient center was housing inpatients, the 125-bed hospital held 146 patients, and half of all patients — 78 — had COVID-19, with 91% of them unvaccinated, according to hospital officials attending a midday online press conference.
‘Crisis teams’ sent to hard-hit COVID hospitals in Oregon
August 25, 2021 GMTPORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon will deploy “crisis teams” of hundreds of nurses, respiratory therapists, paramedics and nursing assistants to regions of the state hardest hit by a surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations that have stretched hospitals to the limit, Gov.
Much of southern Oregon resort destroyed in fire
June 9, 2021 GMTMERLIN, Ore. (AP) — A fire has destroyed much of a resort on the Rogue River in Southern Oregon, authorities said.
The Rural Metro fire department in Josephine County confirmed a “major fire incident” around 10:30 a.m.
Police release names of 2 found dead in burned car
April 4, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — A 26-year-old Grants Pass man has been booked into jail on charges of first degree murder, abuse of a corpse and other offenses in connection with the deaths of two men whose bodies were found last month in a burned car in southwest Oregon...
Arrest warrant issued after woman rejects mask at Texas bank
March 15, 2021 GMTGALVESTON, Texas (AP) — An arrest warrant was issued for a woman who refused to wear a mask at a Texas bank, saying to a police officer: “What are you going to do, arrest me...
Health workers stuck in snow give other drivers vaccine
January 28, 2021 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Oregon health workers who got stuck in a snowstorm on their way back from a COVID-19 vaccination event went car to car injecting stranded drivers before several of the doses expired...
U.S. judge: Cities cannot fine people for living outside
August 12, 2020 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon city has joined Boise, Idaho, in eliciting a precedent-setting court ruling that could change how cities nationwide cite and fine people living outside.
Remains found in Oregon believed to be actor Charles Levin
July 14, 2019 GMTSELMA, Ore. (AP) — Remains found in a remote area of Oregon are believed to be of missing actor Charles Levin, who played numerous roles on television comedies such as "Seinfeld" and "Night Court...
Roseburg sweeps Grants Pass, clinches 6A playoff berth
May 5, 2019 GMTAfter suffering late-game losses in its last three contests, the Roseburg High baseball team was determined to narrow its focus and get back in the win column on Saturday by finishing games.
With prom lurking in the back of their minds, the Indians managed to put the outside distractions aside and sweep a Southwest Conference doubleheader against the visiting Grants Pass Cavemen, 13-3 and 3-0, at Bill Gray Stadium at Legion Field.
Police: Men arrested in pumpkin smashing crime spree
October 31, 2018 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Police in the southern Oregon town of Grants Pass have arrested two men suspected in a pumpkin-powered crime spree, ending weeks of incidents of smashed gourds and broken car windows...
After dark, drone is ‘best friend a firefighter could have’
August 11, 2018 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Kale Casey almost can't believe what a metal bird 5 feet long, weighing 44 pounds with wings spanning 10 feet, can do to help fight a wildfire.
"For eight hours a night, without getting tired, without needing a meal ...
Fatal accident near Tiller claims life of Grants Pass man
July 24, 2018 GMTA 23-year-old Grants Pass man was found dead Sunday after his vehicle went 100 feet over an embankment near Tiller, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
Family members found Cameron Scott Reese's car near milepost 8 on South Umpqua Road Sunday evening after he was reported overdue from a camping trip.
Students suffer flash burns during Oregon science experiment
March 16, 2018 GMTMERLIN, Ore. (AP) — Three students suffered flash burns to the face during a science experiment at a middle school in southern Oregon.
The Daily Courier reports one victim was taken to a hospital Friday and the others were evaluated at the scene and released to their parents.
Prep Wrestling: Roseburg pins down 70-5 win at Grants Pass
January 25, 2018 GMTGRANTS PASS — The second-ranked Roseburg High wrestling team posted 10 falls in 13 contested matches and ended the regular season Wednesday night with a 70-5 Southwest Conference dual victory over Grants Pass at Heater-Newman Gym.
Boston Red Sox great Bobby Doerr dies at 99
November 15, 2017 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — Bobby Doerr, the Hall of Fame second baseman dubbed the "Silent Captain" of the Boston Red Sox by longtime teammate and friend Ted Williams, has died...
Roseburg shuts out Grants Pass in girls tennis dual
April 5, 2017 GMTThe Roseburg girls tennis team shut out Grants Pass in a Southwest Conference dual meet at the Umpqua Valley Tennis Courts on Tuesday.
No. 1 singles player Adrienne Powell defeated Grants Pass' Elizabeth Williams, 6-1, 6-1.
Chains required for travel between Grants Pass and Canyonville
March 6, 2017 GMTThe Oregon Department of Transportation reports snowy roads are making travel difficult even at low elevations in Southern Oregon today, especially between Grants Pass and Canyonville. Expect winter driving conditions and leave extra time for travel, especially on the Interstate 5 corridor north of Grants Pass.
Feds want $18 million back from timber counties
March 29, 2013 GMTGRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — The U.S. Forest Service's demands that rural timber counties pay back millions of dollars in federal subsidies under automatic budget cuts have outraged members of Congress from both parties and caused concern in those counties with struggling economies.