Medford, OR — A hit-and-run crash in Medford on Wednesday evening left a 31-year-old man with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred near the intersection of Riverside Avenue and 9th Street, an area where pedestrian safety has been a growing concern. According to the Medford Police Department (MPD), the man was walking in a marked crosswalk when he was struck by a vehicle. The crosswalk’s warning lights were activated at the time of the crash. The victim, whose identity has not been released, was transported to the hospital following the collision. The crash comes just months after the city…
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Medford, OR – A serious pedestrian crash temporarily closed the far-right lane of Riverside Avenue near 9th Street in downtown Medford earlier today, according to the Medford Police Department (MPD). The incident, which occurred around mid-morning, involved a pedestrian and prompted a significant response from emergency services. MPD described the crash as “serious” in a post on social media, but details regarding the extent of the pedestrian’s injuries have not yet been released. Authorities blocked off the far-right lane as first responders worked to investigate the scene and attend to the victim. As of now, the lane has been reopened,…
Medford, OR — Graduate employees at Oregon State University (OSU) are set to vote on a new contract following more than a year of tense negotiations and nearly a month of striking. The vote, which will determine the outcome of the labor dispute, is scheduled to conclude by midnight on Monday. The results will not be known until Tuesday. The tentative agreement, reached late Friday evening, came after intense talks between the university and the Graduate Teaching Assistants United (GTAU), the union representing graduate employees at OSU. The agreement marks a potential end to the strike that began in early…
Medford, OR – A domestic dispute turned violent on Monday evening, resulting in a shooting that left a woman hospitalized with gunshot wounds. Corey Davison, 49, of Ashland, was arrested and charged in connection with the incident. The shooting occurred around 5:49 p.m. in the 40 block of Alida Street. According to Ashland Police Department (APD), officers responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots coming from an apartment, including one from the victim herself. Upon arrival at the scene, officers reported hearing additional gunfire and immediately requested backup. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team was called to assist, and…
Medford, OR – The president of the Medford Paraprofessional Union is under investigation following allegations of embezzlement after a financial audit revealed that up to $50,000 may be missing from the union’s accounts. According to a police report, the union’s leadership hired an independent accountant to review the union’s finances amid growing concerns about potential financial mismanagement. The audit reportedly uncovered significant discrepancies, raising alarm among union members, who have been asking for transparency about their dues and how the money was spent. “We have many questions,” said union member Rosemary Saeed. “We’re very concerned.” Members of the union, which…
Medford, OR – A serious pedestrian crash has led to the closure of the far-right lane on Riverside Avenue at 9th Street in downtown Medford. The incident, which occurred earlier today, has prompted a significant emergency response from local authorities. Medford Police Department (MPD) confirmed the crash involved a pedestrian, though details on the individual’s condition have not been released at this time. Authorities have labeled the incident as “serious,” and the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing. The far-right lane of Riverside Avenue, one of the main thoroughfares in the area, has been shut down as…
Medford, OR — A civil lawsuit seeking over $116 million in damages has been filed against Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center and former nurse Dani Marie Schofield, adding to the growing list of legal challenges facing the hospital amid serious allegations of drug diversion. The case, which accuses Schofield of malpractice, personal injury, and wrongful conduct, is currently in a phase of procedural delays, with efforts to serve the lawsuit paperwork to Schofield being met with significant obstacles. The lawsuit was initiated by Candi Kay Palomares, a 62-year-old Medford woman, who claims she was the victim of negligence and malpractice…
Medford, OR – The Medford Fire Department responded swiftly to a reported electrical fire at Rogue Community College on Tuesday morning. Emergency crews were dispatched to the campus after a fire alarm was triggered on the second floor of one of the college buildings. Upon arrival, firefighters quickly isolated the issue, which was determined to be an electrical malfunction. After conducting a thorough inspection of the area, no further hazards were found, and authorities confirmed that the situation was under control. The college’s staff and students were evacuated as a precaution, but were later cleared to safely reenter the building…
Medford, OR – The City of Medford, in collaboration with ACCESS, has activated a severe weather shelter in response to a cold weather forecast. The shelter, located at 332 W. 6th Street, will open at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday and remain operational until 8:30 a.m. Wednesday morning. It will provide critical services, including food, bedding, and dry storage, for individuals seeking refuge from the cold. Medford City Manager Rob Field issued a severe weather event declaration on Tuesday, prompting the opening of the shelter. The facility is considered “low barrier,” meaning no religious affiliation or drug testing is required for entry.…
Medford, OR – A federal judge in Oregon has blocked the proposed $25 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, calling it a threat to competition and consumer welfare. The decision halts what would have been the largest merger in U.S. supermarket history and represents a major setback for the two grocery giants, which had hoped the merger would allow them to better compete with non-unionized rivals such as Walmart, Amazon, and Costco. The ruling comes after months of scrutiny from antitrust regulators, who raised concerns that the merger would lead to higher prices, fewer choices, and a diminished quality of…