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4/19/2026 9:18:47 AM

Find a new home for your old mattress this weekend

Free Mattress Recycling Events Return to Northeast PortlandA Seasonal Effort to Divert Waste from LandfillsResidents of Northeast Portland will have a chance to responsibly dispose of old mattresses a...

4/16/2026 1:05:16 AM

Ex-Guard Gets Over a Decade for Heinous Child Exploitation Crimes

Former Federal Prison Guard Sentenced for Child Sex AbuseA former federal corrections officer will spend years behind bars for the sexual abuse of a minor, a case that has drawn sharp scrutiny to cond...

4/9/2026 1:03:21 AM

Reckless drivers defy SW Portland roadblocks, officials warn

Drivers Disregard Road Closure Signs in Southwest Portland, Officials ReportTransportation officials in Portland report a persistent and dangerous problem in the Southwest hills: drivers are blatantly...

4/6/2026 7:17:38 AM

Wolf Encounters Child After Toddler Slips Past Zoo Barrier

Toddler Wriggles Under Fence, Suffers Minor Injuries After Approaching Wolf Habitat A family visit to a Pennsylvania zoo took a frightening turn this week when a young child managed to crawl un...

4/6/2026 5:00:46 AM

Unplug and unwind on America's most stunningly serene coastline

Oregon Beach Tops National List for Digital Disconnection In an age of constant notifications, one stretch of the Pacific Northwest coast has been recognized as the premier destination for American...

4/6/2026 3:17:49 AM

Inferno erupts on Columbia River, boats and docks ablaze near Rainier

Multiple Boats, Docks Engulfed in Flames on Columbia RiverA significant fire erupted on the Columbia River near Rainier, Oregon, late Tuesday evening, consuming multiple boats and dock structures and ...

4/4/2026 11:03:04 PM

Author Chuck Palahniuk Joins Epic Fight Club Screening at Historic Theater

Iconic Portland Theater Hosts Rare Screening with Cult Novel's AuthorThe historic Bagdad Theater in Southeast Portland is set for a unique cinematic event next month. The venue will host a special scr...

4/4/2026 11:02:36 PM

Downtown shook as massive tree crashes into parking structure

Massive Downtown Tree Fall Sends Shockwaves Through Parking StructureA sudden, violent crash rocked a downtown parking garage Wednesday afternoon, sending workers and visitors into a momentary panic. ...

4/19/2026 9:18:09 AM

Erosion Forces Oregon Coast Trail Closure

Trail Closure in Coastal Park Following Significant Erosion Event A popular hiking path on the northern Oregon coast has been closed indefinitely after a substantial section of the trail gave way t...

4/9/2026 1:03:39 AM

City Unveils Major Plan to Transform Moda Center Arena

Portland Mayor Seeks $120 Million for Major Moda Center Renovation Portland's mayor is making a significant push for public funds to overhaul the city's premier indoor arena. The proposal, now ...

4/9/2026 1:02:59 AM

Stabbing at Portland Bar Leads to Arrest, Victim Hospitalized

Arrest Made in NW Portland Bar StabbingA man is in custody after a violent incident at a bar in Northwest Portland's Pearl District late Friday night. Police responded to reports of a stabbing just be...

4/6/2026 5:01:03 AM

Step Inside Portland's Acclaimed Haunted Cocktail Sanctuary

Portland Bar Celebrates the Mystical and Macabre, Earns National AcclaimA unique Portland establishment has been recognized as one of the finest of its kind in the country, earning praise not for its ...

4/6/2026 5:00:26 AM

Budget cuts force tough choices for Multnomah County services

Multnomah County Budget Cuts Spark Heated Debate Over Future PrioritiesIn a public address this week, a top Multnomah County official outlined the difficult choices ahead as the jurisdiction faces a s...

4/6/2026 3:17:29 AM

Portland's Easter Sunday Sizzles Under Unprecedented April Heat

Portland Shatters Heat Record on Easter SundayPortlanders traded pastel sweaters for sunscreen this Easter as the city experienced its hottest March day ever recorded. The mercury soared to a blisteri...

4/4/2026 11:02:51 PM

Fleeing Driver's Final Mistake Caught by Eyes in the Sky

Washington County Deputies Deploy Drone to Apprehend Suspect in Dual Hit-and-Run Incidents A new aerial technology initiative proved its worth in a dramatic chase this week, as sheriff's deputies u...

4/1/2026 3:15:47 AM

Motorcyclist Killed in Beaverton Hillsdale Highway Collision

Motorcyclist Killed in High-Impact Beaverton Highway CrashA motorcyclist has died following a serious collision on Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway, casting a pall over the Washington County community. The...

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4/19/2026 9:20:37 AM

Seatbelt Absence Worsens Injuries in Porter Township Collision

Two Hospitalized Following Single-Vehicle Collision in Porter TownshipSeatbelt Usage Cited as Critical Factor in Passenger InjuriesEmergency crews responded to a serious roadway incident in Porter Tow...

4/19/2026 9:20:18 AM

Find Fun and Connect With Neighbors This Weekend

Weekend Showcases Local Creativity and Community ConnectionEvents Across the Region Aim to Bring People TogetherThis weekend, the region is set to come alive with a diverse array of local events desig...

4/19/2026 9:19:58 AM

Families Uprooted as Lightning Ignites Apartment Inferno

Lightning Strike Ignites Blaze, Displacing Nineteen Residents A sudden afternoon thunderstorm turned destructive when a lightning strike sparked a significant fire at a multi-unit apartment com...