PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Federal disaster assistance is now available to Oregon communities hit by a powerful round of winter weather that brought severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides from Dec. 15-21, 2025.

FEMA announced on April 11 that President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for Oregon to supplement recovery efforts in the affected areas.

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Public Assistance federal funding will be available on a cost-sharing basis to the state, tribal and eligible local governments, as well as certain private nonprofit organizations.

ODOT crews flew a drone over a massive landslide in Lincoln City near Siletz which closed highway 229 in December 2025 to get an idea of the extent of the damage. (Courtesy: ODOT, Dec. 12, 2025)

The funding can be used for emergency work and for the repair and replacement of facilities damaged by the storms and related impacts, the announcement stated.

The declaration covers Clackamas, Hood River, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Polk, Tillamook, Union and Yamhill counties.

KATU News reached out to different counties and FEMA for clarification on how affected Oregon residents can benefit from the financial assistance, awaiting response.

FEMA said additional designations may be made later if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further damage assessments.

The Oregon Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at April 10, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Mega Millions numbers from April 10 drawing

03-18-36-42-49, Mega Ball: 06

Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 4 numbers from April 10 drawing

1PM: 9-7-3-1

4PM: 3-5-6-5

7PM: 8-9-2-0

10PM: 6-6-2-1

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

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When are the Oregon Lottery drawings held?

• Powerball: 7:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
• Mega Millions: 7:59 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
• Pick 4: 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. daily.
• Win for Life: 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
• Megabucks: 7:29 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A recent statewide survey of business owners and local leaders shows what may be hindering Oregon’s economic growth.

Governor Tina Kotek’s Prosperity Council shared the results earlier this week, which includes input from more than 1,000 respondents in 35 of the state’s 36 counties.

The 16-member council was formed in January to advise the governor on her Prosperity Roadmap, which is an effort to bring more economic opportunities to Oregon.

The survey focused on business climate, tools and growth, and workforce and will be used to help determine what policy recommendations the council offers in June.

Overall, the respondents showed frustration in permitting delays and concerns about the lack of development-ready land and infrastructure. 

There were also calls to overhaul the state’s Corporate Activity Tax, which was enacted in 2019 and is based on a business’s commercial activity. It applies to businesses with more than $1 million in commercial activity within the state.

One respondent wrote that Oregon’s reputation as a place that’s hostile to mid- and large-sized businesses is somewhat deserved. Numerous participants expressed concern over the lack of quality public education in the state.

Workforce development was another common issue. Survey respondents called for expanding Career and Technical Education programs so they can better meet industry needs. There were also calls to address structural barriers, such as lack of housing, childcare and transportation.