KGW - North-Coast

Higher elevations in Coast Range see slight snow accumulation; more expected this week

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 01:36:16 GMT

Snow is expected through Thursday with 2 to 6+-inch accumulations and slippery road conditions.

Bus carrying Vernonia basketball players involved in crash near Tillamook; 1 student hospitalized

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:31:16 GMT

Vernonia High School basketball players were headed to Nestucca High School for a double-header when the crash occurred.

Leave no stone unturned on the Oregon coast, where treasure is hidden in the sand

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:33:39 GMT

KGW's Grant McOmie goes on a treasure hunt at the Oregon coast, joining beachcombers to seek out fossils and agates washed up by the tides.

Federal filing confirms ICE interest in Newport detention facility

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 01:10:49 GMT

A federal court filing confirms ICE explored building a detention facility at Newport airport but has no plans to begin construction before May 1.

Wyden visits Newport Coast Guard facility to check on rescue helicopter that federal government abruptly relocated, returned

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 03:07:44 GMT

Senator, city leaders and fishing families say community pressure brought aircraft back, but lawsuit and broader concerns remain.

PHOTOS: Northern Lights put on dazzling show across Oregon

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:27:56 GMT

An exceptionally powerful aurora on Monday night was visible across much of northwest Oregon, from the coast to Mount Hood.

Future of WW2-era Tillamook blimp hangar uncertain as repair costs climb into the millions

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 02:25:34 GMT

After high winds and heavy rain ripped open a massive hole in the historic hangar in December, Port of Tillamook Bay is looking at all options, including selling it.

Wander with the waterfalls and the wildlife along this Oregon backroad byway

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:59:27 GMT

Along Highway 30 between Portland and Astoria are acres of pristine forest and wetlands brimming with life, like the Twilight Eagle Sanctuary.

Helicopter registered to Weyerhaeuser crashes in Lincoln County; pilot injured

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:16:27 GMT

The crash happened in a rural area of eastern Lincoln County. Weyerhaeuser told KGW the pilot is safe and sustained only minor injuries.

Oregon coast community supports family after moldy feed kills thousands of their chickens

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 02:54:00 GMT

Neighbors donate money and help with chores after a third-generation farm lost about $250,000 in poultry.

Crossing the bar in Tillamook

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 01:04:39 GMT

Photographer Don Backman aims to capture the spectacle as fishing vessels make the difficult crossing over the Tillamook bar.

Dog rescued from 30-foot ravine in Astoria after spending the night trapped below

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:53:33 GMT

Using a ladder and ropes, firefighters climbed down and rescued the dog from the 30-foot fall.

Jet ski operator found dead after watercraft overturns off Oregon coast

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:57:33 GMT

A Coast Guard helicopter spotted an overturned jet ski near Seaside. The operator was later found dead ashore, authorities say.

Police retrieve loose seal from Highway 101 in Newport, Oregon

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:38:25 GMT

No, it's not an 'Arrested Development' reference.

Community mobilizes to clean up after creek floods Tillamook elementary school

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 01:56:14 GMT

Around 100 volunteers sprang into action to clean the flooded mess inside South Prairie Elementary after water covered over half of the classrooms.

Historic WWII blimp hangar sustains major damage as high winds tear open massive section of roof

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 01:19:49 GMT

The 82-year-old Hangar B at Port of Tillamook Bay closed indefinitely as officials await better weather to assess repairs.

Several Oregon Highway 101 sections closed due to landslide, heavy rainfall from atmospheric river

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 01:47:11 GMT

Sections of Highway 101 are closed in Tillamook, Hebo, and between Neskowin and Lincoln City due to landslides and highwater from atmospheric rivers.

Coast Guard rescue helicopter returns to Newport, but lawsuit over its removal by federal government continues

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 01:33:44 GMT

For decades, the search-and-rescue helicopter was kept at the Newport Municipal Airport before being abruptly moved in October without public input or notice.

King tides return to the Oregon Coast through this weekend

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:42:44 GMT

Visitors have the chance to catch the high tides from Thursday, Dec. 4 through Sunday, Dec. 6.

Hiker rescued after nearly 7 hours from Saddle Mountain south slope

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:57:41 GMT

A U.S. Coast Guard rescue helicopter was called but could not continue due to low visibility, causing crews to attempt a high-angle rope rescue.

Judge orders DHS secretary to return Coast Guard helicopter to Newport

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:16:14 GMT

The Department of Homeland Security moved a Coast Guard rescue helicopter away from Newport amid reports of an effort to construct an ICE facility there.

Oregon, Lincoln County sue Trump administration, asking them to return Newport's search-and-rescue helicopter

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:41:23 GMT

The federal lawsuit seeks an injunction and judge's order to return the rescue helicopter that the federal government removed from the Newport Coast Guard base.

State officials delay start of Oregon's commercial Dungeness crab season until at least Dec. 16

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:24:42 GMT

Oregon delayed the commercial Dungeness crab season to at least Dec. 16, as Washington crabs need more time to meet meat fill standards, state officials said.

Rogue Ales & Spirits shuts down after 37 years: 'Everybody's shocked'

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:47:24 GMT

Rogue shuttered its brewing facility in Newport, and several brew pubs around the state as property owners noted the company's financial struggles.

Beached shark rescued by Manzanita woman: 'He still had life to live'

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:27:16 GMT

Colleen Dunn was taking her dogs for a walk on the beach, when she noticed the distressed shark — and sprang into action, using knowledge from watching 'Shark Week.'

Beware: First round of king tides hit the Oregon coast this weekend

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 22:36:06 GMT

Stormy conditions along with king tides will be make for dangerous conditions at Oregon beaches the next couple of days.

Father charged with child neglect after toddler found dead in Siletz River

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 22:51:09 GMT

The search for 2-year-old Dane Paulsen began in early March and lasted over a week before his body was found in the Siletz River.

Atmospheric river dumps rain on Oregon coast

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 02:52:00 GMT

Despite the heavy rain, most did not let it deter them from their Friday plans, with local businesses picking up more foot traffic as the day went on.

Thousands of 'skin-breathing' sea cucumbers left stranded on Oregon Coast beach

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:01:39 GMT

While the sea cucumbers are alive when they wash ashore, they are unable to get back to their natural habitat due to the lack of "tube feet," said Seaside Aquarium.

Man reported missing Thursday night found dead on Seaside Beach

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 00:42:24 GMT

Authorities said the man, 64, had medical conditions that required medication and medical equipment.

Explosive device found at Oregon Coast beach bathroom, state police say

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:41:08 GMT

A suspicious backpack was found in a public bathroom at Sunset Beach State Recreation Site west of Gearhart, according to Oregon State Police.

Oregon state lawmaker switches from Republican to Democrat

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:16:39 GMT

State Rep. Cyrus Javadi of Tillamook announced Friday that he has registered to run for reelection next year as a Democrat rather than a Republican.

'We all made it through': Runners celebrate finishing one of the most intense Hood to Coasts

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 03:31:45 GMT

The nearly 200-mile "Mother of All Relays" was made even more challenging with record-breaking temperatures, but runners persevered to the final finish.

Providence Seaside Hospital to shut down labor and delivery, newborn care services: 'Very sad and difficult decision'

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:28:52 GMT

The hospital cited high costs, declining birth volumes, and shortages of physicians and local nurses, with the nearest obstetric care 30 minutes away.

Construction to fix Highway 26 'bump' near Seaside expected to cause traffic delays

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 06:09:57 GMT

Four lanes will be reduced to two as crews plan to work on the infamous trouble spot, Mondays through Thursdays, according to Oregon Department of Transportation.

Near Tillamook, farms offer dairy tours, fresh native oysters and a diversity of dahlias

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:29:49 GMT

Tillamook County offers more than just "cheese, trees and ocean breeze" — the Dahlia Man, for example, has fields of flowers that are out of this world.

In Astoria, an old brick warehouse has been lovingly converted into a restaurant and distillery

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 03:54:15 GMT

The old “Wharf and Warehouse Brick Building" proved the high water mark of Astoria's 1922 fire. Now it's home to Pacifick Distillery, full of nods to the past.

Wildlife advocates call for protection after Haystack Rock laser incident

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 03:40:43 GMT

Video of laser harassment at Haystack Rock has prompted calls for wildlife protection after nesting birds abandoned their chicks over the weekend.

Historic combat-tested fighter jet joins Tillamook Air Museum's collection

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 03:35:45 GMT

The AV-8B Harrier II has logged 5,518 total flights, including 631 combat hours flown across 88 missions.

Which Oregon cities saw the highest waves during the tsunami advisory?

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 02:11:56 GMT

Waves were expected to reach the coastline with heights generally between a foot to 2 feet. The tsunami advisory was canceled Wednesday morning.