Huntington

A wildfire in Oregon, known as the Fox Fire, forced the closure of Interstate 84 for 70 miles between Baker City and Ontario, prompting evacuations in Huntington. The fire, fueled by hot and dry conditions, has burned nearly 72 square miles and remains 0% contained. Additional wildfires near Sisters and along U.S. Route 20 further disrupted travel.

Huntington residents are angry about plans to convert a vacant bank at East Pulaski Road and Park Avenue into a McDonald's. The location is described as a busy intersection.

John Cronin, who has Down syndrome, opened the first retail store for John's Crazy Socks in Huntington, NY. The store's opening followed a decade-long effort and was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Federal immigration officials are urging New York authorities not to release a Salvadoran national accused of raping a 16-year-old girl on Long Island. The Department of Homeland Security has issued an immigration detainer against Aureliano Antonio Melendez Reyes, who faces charges including rape and endangering the welfare of a child.

A man from Huntington was sentenced to prison for a fentanyl-related crime. The case highlights ongoing issues with drug offenses and law enforcement actions in the region.

The FBI and partner agencies investigated the 2021 Huntington oil spill disaster using advanced investigative techniques and groundbreaking technology. The investigation focused on determining the causes and responsibilities for the environmental disaster.