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Happy 1st day of Meteorological Winter! Atmospheric scientists kick off the cold season every December 1st, rather than on the Winter Solstice, which will be observed on Monday, December 21st this year. KOIN 6 meteorologists Kelley Bayern and Joseph Dames chat about the week ahead in Portland, which include seasonal morning fog, bitter cold winds, and an oddly dry start to the month.

A family of five takes a Christmas drive and never returns. In part one of our special podcast, KOIN Anchor Jeff Gianola and author JB Fisher discuss the disappearance of the Martin Family and why one detective can't make sense of the official conclusion that it was an accident.

Seattle bounced back and bounced into a tie for first in the NFC West. Marcus and AJ are here to break down the big win over Arizona. Plus, what's up with the draft? And, it's pretty clear through the first half of the season, Justin Herbert is a star.

Early next year, most drugs will be decriminalized in Oregon. But the new law won’t cover everyone, everywhere. KOIN Digital Reporter Hannah Ray Lambert is here to explain the differences between state law and Tribal law and helps breakdown the balancing act when it comes to enforcement.

KOIN 6 Meteorologists Kelley Bayern and Joseph Dames chat about another significant round of mountain snow arriving just in time for Timberline Lodge's opening day, plus the impacts folks may run into over the mountains during the holiday commute.

Significant snowfall across the Oregon Cascades is setting up a nice and early start to the ski season this winter. But how will ski resorts safely handle crowds within an ongoing pandemic? KOIN 6 meteorologist Kelley Bayern chats with Dave Tragethon, of Mt. Hood Meadows, about their changes to operations this season, as well as the effect La Niña may have on snowpack this winter.

Another week in the NFL has wrapped up and the Seattle Seahawks find themselves slipping in the standings. Marcus and AJ are here to break down the loss to the Rams and how they can bounce back.

After grabbing their first win in Pullman since 2014, the Oregon Ducks are 2-0 out of the gate. Marcus Greaves is here to break down the victory over WSU and look ahead to UCLA and the return of Chip Kelly to Autzen.

Wet, windy weather is the story this week as another strong weather system smacks the Pacific Northwest. KOIN 6 Meteorologists Kelley Bayern and Joseph Dames chat high wind warnings, the chance for thunderstorms, and maybe more mountain snow by the weekend.

Beaver Smack is back! After opening with a home loss to Washington state, OSU heads out on the road for the first time this season. Now they have to deal with Washington Huskies and their first bout with COVID-19. We're hearing from the players and A.D. Scott Barnes.