Oregon
Winter weather advisory issued for Oregon Cascade passes as snow returns to mountains
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A winter weather advisory has been issued for Oregon’s Cascade Mountain passes from Wednesday night into Thursday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
A total of around 6 to 11 inches is forecast above 3,500 feet, likely impacting Highway 22 over Santiam Pass, Highway 58 over Willamette Pass and Highway 26 in the Mount Hood area.
“Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous,” NWS wrote.
Heavy snow is also forecast later in the week and over the weekend, according to advanced forecasts. It’s unclear how much snow will hit the mountains over the weekend.
The additional powder comes at a good time for Oregon. The amount of mountain snow in northwest Oregon has actually dropped below normal, although it remains slightly above normal statewide.
An additional boost of snow could help stave off the wildfire season and extend the winter recreation season at ski areas and sno parks.
Zach Urness has been an outdoors reporter in Oregon for 18 years and is host of the Explore Oregon Podcast. He can be reached at zurness@StatesmanJournal.com or (503) 399-6801. Find him on X at @ZachsORoutdoors and BlueSky at oregonoutdoors.bsky.social.
Oregon
Coast Guard helicopter airlifts injured rider after ATV crash in Oregon Dunes
OREGON DUNES NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, OR — A crash involving two dirt bike riders and a side-by-side in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area turned deadly Sunday evening, prompting an airlift response from the U.S. Coast Guard.
On May 24, 2026, at 5:01 p.m., the Coos County Sheriff’s Office, Hauser Fire Department, Bay Cities Ambulance and the U.S. Coast Guard responded to an ATV crash near Railroad Hill in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.
A deputy arrived at the scene and assessed injuries with medics. They requested a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter from Air Station North Bend to airlift a 35-year-old man who needed trauma care and needed to be expedited to the hospital. The Coast Guard hoisted the man and flew him to Bay Area Hospital, but he later died from his injuries.
The other dirt bike rider, a 13-year-old boy, suffered multiple broken bones throughout his body. Hauser Fire and Bay Cities Ambulance took him to Bay Area Hospital. Because of the severity of his injuries, Bay Cities Ambulance later transported him from Bay Area Hospital to Portland for pediatric medical care.
Investigators said both dirt bike riders were wearing proper riding gear, including helmets and flags. The side-by-side also had the required safety equipment and a flag.
The deputy’s investigation included interviews with multiple witnesses. Investigators said the side-by-side was traveling south near Railroad Hill while the two dirt bike riders were traveling north. The side-by-side operator saw the dirt bike riders and came to a complete stop before the crash, but the dirt bike riders did not see the side-by-side and jumped the dune. Investigators said one rider landed on top of the side-by-side, while the other attempted to brake but was unable to stop and struck the stationary side-by-side head-on.
Speed and jumping without a spotter were contributing factors, investigators said.
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The Sheriff’s Office reminded riders of quads, dirt bikes and side-by-sides that jumping without a spotter is a violation and unsafe, and urged riders to always have a spotter and a clear landing area when jumping. The Sheriff’s Office also sent condolences to those involved.
Oregon
Thunderstorms and strong winds blowing into SW Idaho and E Oregon
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The National Weather Service in Boise is reporting that thunderstorms have begun to develop through Monday afternoon across southwest Idaho and parts of eastern Oregon.
Wind gusts of 35-55 mph are possible. Be aware of blowing dust and low visibility in high wind areas. NWS Boise reports that the storms are moving north and will continue through southwest Idaho and eastern Oregon through Monday night.
The strong winds and thunderstorms will cool the valley off overnight, dropping the temperature from Monday’s low-90s to the mid-60s. Thunderstorms and spotty showers are forecast on and off through Friday. Check our interactive radar and weather section for the latest forecast.
Oregon
Oregon Lottery Pick 4 results for May 24
The Oregon Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 24, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 4 numbers from May 24 drawing
1PM: 8-4-0-3
4PM: 4-9-3-7
7PM: 3-0-1-9
10PM: 5-4-7-4
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
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.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by an Oregon editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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