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Reedsport Woman Killed, 2-Year-Old Son Injured After Being Struck on Highway 101

Reedsport Woman Killed, 2-Year-Old Son Injured After Being Struck on Highway 101

A 34-year-old Reedsport woman was killed and her 2-year-old son suffered minor injuries after they were struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon at Highway 101 and 19th Street. Police are continuing to investigate.

Castle Fire Reaches 87% Containment as Crews Continue Mop-Up

Castle Fire Reaches 87% Containment as Crews Continue Mop-Up

The Castle Fire northeast of Tiller has reached 87% containment at 3,613 acres. Crews continue mop-up, patrol and rehabilitation work as 388 personnel remain assigned to the lightning-caused fire.

Josephine County Sheriff’s Office Ends Flock Camera Contract Following Public Concerns

Josephine County Sheriff’s Office Ends Flock Camera Contract Following Public Concerns

The Josephine County Sheriff’s Office has ended its contract with Flock Safety and deactivated automated license plate reader cameras in rural Josephine County following public concerns over privacy, Fourth Amendment rights and the technology’s use.

Roseburg Police Chief Receives Patriot Award

Roseburg Police Chief Receives Patriot Award

Roseburg Police Chief Gary Klopfenstein received the Patriot Award for his support of employees serving in the National Guard and Reserve. Officer Derek Wiebe nominated Klopfenstein for the Department of Defense recognition.

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Searching for Missing Drain Man

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Searching for Missing Drain Man

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help locating 52-year-old Jeffrey Alan Hawks of Drain, who was last seen Sunday morning after leaving work in Eugene. He was expected to return home but never arrived.

Mother, Three Children Killed in Eagle Point Camper Fire

Mother, Three Children Killed in Eagle Point Camper Fire

A mother and her three children under the age of 10 died Sunday in a fifth-wheel camper fire in rural Eagle Point. One family member escaped with minor injuries. Investigators believe the fire was a tragic, non-criminal accident.

Fire Near I-5 in Wolf Creek Grows to 5-10 Acres

Fire Near I-5 in Wolf Creek Grows to 5-10 Acres

A grass fire near I-5 in Wolf Creek grew to an estimated 5 to 10 acres Monday evening, with multiple ground crews, Air Attack and Type 2 helicopters responding along Lower Wolf Creek Road.