Earlier this month the Department of Land Conservation and Development published a set of proposed rules. Farm conservation groups say the goal is to preserve farmlands' primary function — to grow crops and livestock. But some farmers said the newly released changes did the opposite of helping.

Some Oregon birdwatchers say this spring was strangely quiet – and the data backs that up.

We talk with Luke Painter, and instructor at Oregon State University about how the return of wolves to Yellowstone has greatly improved the environment - especially aspen trees no long pre-maturely destroyed by an overabundance of elk.

An effort to expand the Coffin Butte landfill experienced a stark setback Tuesday night, as Benton County’s Planning Commission voted unanimously to reject the proposal.

We talk with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologist, Jeff Ziller about how they stock high mountain lakes in the Cascades with fish and how they balance the needs of the environment and the desires of recreationists.

Faced with a 14% budget shortfall in the next biennium, Oregon State Parks is looking for new business partners to help offset some costs. Otherwise, the agency may need to cancel park expansions, reduce staff and consider closing some parks in 2027.

The city of Siletz declared emergency water restrictions Friday due to ongoing drought conditions and record low levels in the Siletz River where the municipality draws its water.

If you want a good look at the night sky, it helps to head out of town and stay up late. That’s the idea behind The Eugene Astronomical Society’s “Dark Sky Parties."

Benton County Commissioners are expected to finalize the language of a plan at an upcoming meeting, with the final vote coming a week later.

From cooperation to new technology, electricity providers work to keep the lights on and keep sparks down.