Newport, Oregon

Coastal city in Lincoln County, Oregon, known for fishing, tourism, and as the site of proposed ICE detention facility

Federal Government

Oregon Delegation United in Opposition to ICE Detention Facility Plans in Newport

Oregon’s congressional delegation, joined by community leaders and the governor, is mounting a unified pushback against proposed ICE detention plans in Newport amid concerns over transparency, safety, and environmental impacts.

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Feb 12, 2026

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Single‑Occupant Plane Crashes at Wakonda Beach Airport on Oregon Coast

A single‑occupant aircraft crashed today at Wakonda Beach Airport, the small grass‑strip facility located between Waldport and Yachats on the...

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Feb 11, 2026

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Newport, Oregon

Oregon Delegation United in Opposition to ICE Detention Facility Plans in Newport

Single‑Occupant Plane Crashes at Wakonda Beach Airport on Oregon Coast

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