Jacob Roberts joined KEZI 9 News This Morning as a news reporter in November of 2019.

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Jacob Roberts joined KEZI 9 News This Morning as a news reporter in November of 2019.

Jacob was born and raised in Portland, graduating from the University of Portland with a degree in communication. Jacob comes to KEZI 9 News after several years at the Montana Television Network, a CBS-affiliate station group, where he worked as a morning anchor and reporter. Before that, Jacob was an intern at KDRV in Medford and wrote for the University of Portland’s student newspaper, The Beacon.

Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, Jacob is no stranger to the outdoors. He enjoys spending the weekends camping and skiing on Mount Hood with his family.

Have a news tip? Jacob wants to hear from you! Email him at: jacobroberts@kezi.com. You can also follow Jacob on Twitter.

Commissioners disappointed as governor proposes closing Shutter Creek

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FEMA denies request for some temporary housing options for wildfire survivors

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Eugene airport sees fewer holiday travelers

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Black Friday draws smaller crowds than usual

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Taxi services are struggling to stay in business amid what would normally be the busiest time of the year for the industry.

Deadline for FEMA wildfire assistance approaching

Survivors of this year’s wildfires in Oregon have one week left to apply for help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Residents rush to testing sites ahead of holidays

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UO, health department urge caution ahead of holidays

The University of Oregon and county health officials are making a joint plea to the community to be safe ahead of Thanksgiving.

PeaceHealth: Brown 'did the right thing' announcing freeze

Officials at PeaceHealth expressed approval of a two-week freeze by Gov. Kate Brown on social activities beginning Wednesday, saying the move will help free up hospital capacity and tamp down on new infections.

Data is updated nightly.

Cases: 76654

Reported Deaths: 936