Grants Pass Girl Escapes Kidnapper
A 13-year-old girl is safe after escaping from a man who tried to kidnap her.

Grand Jury: U.S. Marshals Justified In Georgeson Shooting
The Jackson County Grand Jury cleared 2 U.S. Marshals of any wrong doing in the death of Jimmy Georgeson.

Ruiz Family Plans to Take Action
In response to the grand jury's decision that two officers involved in the death of Elias Ruiz was justified, his family is planning to take action.

Patriot Act renewal concerns Wyden, others in Senate
Oregon Senator Ron Wyden joins those voicing concerns over certain provisions of the law.

VOTE 2011: Election Results
The results are in: voters across the region have made their decisions.

"Why should I vote?"
While this election may not be exciting enough to bring people to the polls, officials still say that this election matters.

VOTE 2011: Ashland Fire Station Levy
Voters in Ashland are deciding on a levy to rebuild Fire Station Number 2.

VOTE 2011: Elected vs Appointed
Three ballot measures are asking voters: Do you want to choose who is elected, or do you trust your county administrator to make the right decision?

Pushing for voters
This Election Day, local political parties are trying different approaches to reach voters.

Election preview
Voter turn-out is not expected to be high, but county officials want to stress that this is still an important election.

Preparing for Election Day tomorrow
NewsWatch12 has team coverage of all the preparations being made for Election Day tomorrow.

How speed limit increase could affect us
The proposal would increase the Oregon's highway speed limit, but opponents say it increases the danger for drivers.

Insurance exchange bill on hold in Oregon House
An Oregon lawmaker says the state House has reached an impasse on a health-insurance exchange bill.

Will budget forecast help seniors?
With more money predicted to be in next year's budget, lawmakers must decide where that money will go if it becomes a reality.

Senate Republicans make statement concerning racism
State Republicans are calling for stricter enforcement against housing discrimination.

Oregon lawyer files suit against USAA
USAA, the insurance company that represents military personnel and their families, is being sued by a lawyer from Salem.

Lowered college savings plan fees
The State Treasurer is recommending that fees for the Oregon College Savings Plan be cut in half.

Oregon hearing on illegal immigrants in college
An Oregon House committee is holding a hearing on a bill that would allow some illegal immigrants to pay in-state tuition.

Tea party rallies for Tax Day
Local chapters of Tea Party groups gathered in Medford for Tax Day.

Governor Kitzhaber visits Southern Oregon schools
The Governor is proposing a new initiative for schools to "go green."