Lucille McNamara
Lucille McNamara is a Daily Tidings reporter with 27 years of journalism experience, covering Oregon public safety, crime and courts, plus statewide policy and community impact stories including housing, education, health, and immigration. She previously worked at The Star.
Latest from Lucille McNamara

News
Oregon Temperatures Climb Next Week but Forecast Stops Short of Extreme 2021 Conditions
Oregon will experience above-normal temperatures between July 14 and 22, according to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Association (NOAA).

Public Safety
Mount McLoughlin Hikers Rescued as SAR Warns of Dehydration and Exhaustion Risks
Two hikers were rescued on the Mount McLoughlin summit trail by Search and Rescue (SAR) volunteers from Jackson County Sheriff’s Office on the Fourth of July.

Health
Rabid Bat Found in Marion County as Oregon Officials Urge Pet Vaccinations
A bat that tested positive for rabies has sparked an urgent appeal to pet owners in Marion County to ensure that their animals are vaccinated.

Top Stories
Starting Today, Oregonians Will Pay Less For Their Electricity
Starting today (July 8), Oregonians will pay less for their electricity as the Public Utility Commission (PUC) introduces a 29% increase for power consumption by data…

Crime & Courts
Beaverton Cannabis Dispensary Robbery Ends With Armed Suspect Fatally Shot by Police
The Washington County Major Crimes team is investigating an officer-involved shooting at a cannabis dispensary in Beaverton on Sunday night, during which an armed robber…

Crime & Courts
Medford SWAT Uses Chemical Irritants to Flush Burglary Suspect From Grandview Drive Home
In a dramatic arrest, involving the closure of several suburban roads, the Medford Police SWAT team used chemical irritants to flush a 44 year-old burglary suspect from…

Top Stories
Trump Tariff Plan Could Cost Oregon Families Over $1,200 a Year as State Pushes Back
President Donald Trump is proposing a new set of tariffs in a move that has already raised the cost of living for the average Oregon family by more than $1,200 a year.

News
Oregonians Have Until Friday to Claim Possible COVID-Era IRS Refunds
Countless Oregonians could be entitled to refunds or abatement of their tax returns assessed during the COVID-19 federal disaster period from January 20, 2020, to May…







