Jackson County

The money from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality will convert vacant or low-occupancy nonresidential buildings into affordable housing. That could include industrial or commercial buildings as well as hotels or motels.

Officials say a $190 million bond could fund new construction, but running a larger jail would be far more expensive.

Blackberry Academy has opened under a new state licensing program.

Jackson County Fire District 5 in the Rogue Valley is facing a new financial challenge.

A lawsuit alleges Jackson County and Wellpath, a company that provides health care services at the jail, violated the rights of an inmate who died in custody.

A federal lawsuit claims Medford authorities violated the constitutional rights of those working for harm-reduction group Stabbin’ Wagon.

A year ago, the Jackson County District Attorney forwarded information to state officials, requesting a review of potential fraud, theft and misconduct by past and current employees at Jackson County Fire District 5.

A historic hotel near Crater Lake National Park is in foreclosure. Authorities say the owners of the Prospect Historic Hotel are the victims of embezzlement and fraud.

Jackson County passed its budget. And the numbers are looking pretty good.

This special election comes as libraries face increasing turmoil and efforts to challenge books.

Four candidates are vying for two contested seats on the board of Jackson County Fire District 5 in the May election.

In 2023, the Oregon legislature created a plan for more recovery high schools for teens with substance use disorder. But, Governor Tina Kotek’s recent proposed budget cuts back on what was promised.