Low pressure off the coast is filing plenty of cold and some showers today. Rain is mainly west of the Cascades, with the chance for some to make their way east in the afternoon. Snow levels are falling just enough to give the mountains a nice dusting of snow today.

Don’t forget to vote. The Oregon Secretary of State recommends returning your ballot by mail by October 27th, which is this coming Tuesday. kobi5.com/news/top-stories/b…

Gov. Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency Monday for the Bend-La Pine School District and High Desert Education Service District, unlocking state resources following the recent tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary School. kobi5.com/news/gov-kotek-dec…

In this Five on 5, News Director Joe Sullivan interviews Cliff Bentz, US Representative, 2nd District. Bentz discusses the economic impact of fighter jets at Kingsley Field, mental health legislation, and his stance on the PACT Act. Watch Now: kobi5.com/feature-category/f…

Tonight on NBC5 News at 6, News Director Joe Sullivan interviews Senator Ron Wyden. Wyden discusses the war in Iran, rising costs for Oregonians, wildfire relief, and healthcare policy. He also weighs in on data centers on public lands and the Epstein investigation.

In light of the tragic shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend last week, Klamath Falls City Schools is informing the district’s families, staff and community members about what it has in place for student safety. kobi5.com/news/education/kfc…

RAINFALL FORECAST: A Low Pressure System off to our South pushes some showers and a few isolated thunderstorms into our area overnight tonight into Thursday morning. The best potential for rain and storms is Thursday morning in Northern California and East of the Cascades.

Tonight on NBC5 News at 6, News Director Joe Sullivan interviews Chris Beck, Democratic & Independent Candidate for US Representative, 2nd District. Beck discusses healthcare affordability, veterans benefits and the PACT Act, and his approach to bipartisan governance.

As ballots begin arriving in mailboxes for the November 3rd general election, only one Rogue Valley race is being watched by people across Oregon. kobi5.com/news/top-stories/j…

At a recent Medford School Board meeting, Board Member Angela Zbikowski brought up that the district is in search of a new head of security. kobi5.com/news/medford-schoo…

Following the shooting at an elementary school in Bend, a father who is a former Rogue Valley resident and NBC5 staff member, is describing the fear and uncertainty he faced from hearing the news of a gunman at his daughter’s school, to reuniting with her. kobi5.com/news/bend-father-o…

Cooler and cloudier conditions are in store for tomorrow. Shower chances have dwindled for tomorrow; any rain will likely be in the trace amounts. A better chance for more measurable rain is coming later in the week.

Cooler, seasonal daytime temperatures and cloudier conditions are in store for much of next week. Chilly overnight temperatures continue. Shower chances increase slightly Monday, then once again around Thursday. However, rainfall totals are expected to be very light.

After another warm day tomorrow, next week brings cooler and cloudier weather with slight chances for showers Monday and later in the week.

TODAY'S ALMANAC: Warmer than average once again this afternoon after a chilly start to the day. Overall, warmer, sunny and dry weather is expected through the end of the weekend before a quick cooldown with cloudier skies and a few light rainfall chances early next week.

Tonight on NBC5 News at 6, News Director Joe Sullivan interviews Brad Hicks, a candidate for Oregon State Senate District 3. If you miss it, you can watch the full Five on 5 after it airs at KOBI5.com.

WAY TOO EARLY RAINFALL FORECAST: Next week is looking promising for cooler and wetter than normal weather. A pair of Fronts are expected, with the first bringing cooler, but dry weather to the area over the weekend. The Second brings an increasing chance for rain early next week.

7 DAY FORECAST: A cold start to the week with another frosty night overnight into Tuesday morning. A Frost Advisory will be in place for the West Valleys from 2am - 9am Tuesday. Well below freezing temperatures expected East of the Cascades.

A national earthquake drill is happening this week, and the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) has everything participants need to know. kobi5.com/news/local-news/or…

The next 7 days we're expecting mostly sunny skies, clear and cold nights, dry conditions, and a brief warmup. Coastal areas should expect patchy fog overnight for the next several nights with slim rain chances until next weekend.