Suspect Arrested After Using Molotov Cocktail To Ignite Occupied Trailer
A man has been apprehended and is now facing charges related to arson and domestic violence after using a Molotov cocktail to set fire to an occupied trailer.
Lawsuit Involving Portland Students About Child Sex Abuse
A recent lawsuit filed in Multnomah County has brought attention to the way child abuse investigations are handled in Oregon and raised important questions about how the state responds to child perpetrators.
Voter Registration And Party Choice Deadline Tuesday April 30th
The voter registration deadline to participate in the May 21, 2024 Primary election is Tuesday, April 30. Residents of Oregon who are not registered to vote with a valid Oregon driver's license, driving permit, or ID can complete their voter registration online at OregonVotes.gov/Register.
Vega Pederson Nominates Denise Peña Nominated As Next DCJ Director
On Tuesday, Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson announced that she will ask the Board of County Commissioners to confirm her appointment of Denise Peña as the next director of the Department of Community Justice (DCJ), the confirmation vote is scheduled for May 2, 2024.
Shipping Container Service At Port Of Portland To End In October
The Port of Portland has announced that it will cease shipping container service after October, citing financial feasibility concerns. The decision comes after a deal with a third-party operator fell through, leaving the port unable to sustain the costs associated with the container terminal.
Oversupply Threatens Oregon’s Pot Industry
It has been nearly a decade since the legalization of recreational marijuana in Oregon, but the state's cannabis industry is facing significant challenges due to oversupply, fluctuating demand, and high taxes.
TriMet Station In Hillsboro: Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Unconscious Woman
Eduardo Guillermo Madrid-Roque, a 29-year-old man, is facing multiple felony assault charges after allegedly sexually assaulting an unconscious woman at a TriMet station in Hillsboro.
Innovative Pilot Program In Portland Enhances Collaboration Between Police And Drug Treatment Providers
A partnership between police and public health workers in downtown Portland is looking to revolutionize the way drug treatment is accessed.
Portland Settles Lawsuit Over Mayor Ted Wheeler’s Text Messages for $167,000
The City of Portland has reached a settlement in a lawsuit, agreeing to pay nearly $167,000 to resolve allegations that Mayor Ted Wheeler and the city withheld thousands of text messages from a public records request.
Homeowner Dies In Stump Removal Accident In NE Portland
A tragic accident occurred in a northeast Portland neighborhood, resulting in the death of a homeowner during a stump removal operation. Emergency responders were called to the scene after a devastating equipment malfunction incident involving a massive 1200lb stump.
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