Mail Theft Suspects Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- A U.S. Postal Service mail carrier helped Washington County Sheriff's deputies catch two suspected mail thieves. The carrier reported seeing people in a white Subaru Crosstrek stealing mail. The vehicle matched the description of a car involved in other mail thefts in Cedar Mill and Bethany that also involved use of a postal box key. Deputies stopped the suspect's car and found stolen mail and packages. 24-year-old Brandon Rummerfield and 31-year-old Michael Fisher were arrested and will be charged with mail fraud and identity theft.

Wildfire Bills Being Paid

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Forestry is working to pay past-due bills for the summer's wildfire season. The record setting wildfire season depleted funds for fighting the fires. The Oregon Legislature met in special session earlier this month and approved 191-million-dollars. Since then the Department of Forestry has paid 88-million-dollars in bills. Wildfire seasons are growing more costly and they want the Legislature to come up with a better way to raise more money to pay the higher expenses.

Multnomah County Approves New Tiny Home Shelter Location

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(Portland, OR) -- A new tiny home village will be built in southeast Portland. The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners approved funding for 38 units to be located near Southeast 82nd and Mill Street. The shelter joins two other shelters currently in development. The county will be required to have a signed Good Neighbor Agreement with residents and businesses before the shelter opens. The county must also work with the City of Portland and local schools to develop a safe routes to school plan for students.

Nine Arrested In Human Trafficking Mission

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(Portland, OR) -- Nine people were arrested during the Portland Police Bureau's latest human trafficking mission. It focused on the area along Northeast 82nd Avenue near Sandy Boulevard. Two cars were towed and police got information on other providers and suspected buyers. The Police Bureau's Human Trafficking Unit offers services to victims so they can get help.

Driver Rescued From Burning Vehicle

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police and firefighters rescued a woman from a burning vehicle. On Monday, officers responded to a single vehicle crash at Mount Scott Boulevard and 112th Avenue. The engine of the car was on fire and the driver told 911 she was trapped and burning. Firefighters broke the windshield and pulled the 47-year-old Portland woman from the car. They treated her at the scene and she's hospitalized with serious injuries. The woman was cited for driving under the influence.

Grinch Steals Car, Prowls Vehicles

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(Camas, WA)  --  A Grinch working Christmas Day in Camas stole a car and prowled several vehicles.  Camas Police say it happened in the Woodburn Neighborhood.  The suspect stole a dark gray Mazda CX3 with a Washington license plate BSD5166 and used the car to prowl at least seven vehicles stealing garage door openers, a gift card, cash, and a cell phone.  Camas Police have released a surveillance photo that shows the suspect wearing distinctive red shoes and a black hoodie with white strips.  Contact Camas Police if you see the vehicle.
 

Mall Shooter In Court

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(Vancouver, WA) -- The man accused in the deadly Halloween shooting at Vancouver Mall will be in court today. Travis Ward is facing multiple charges including First-Degree Murder for the shooting during a trick or treat event on Halloween night. Two people were also injured. Ward is currently being held without bail in the Clark County Jail. His lawyers previously argued he should be released to clean and sober housing, but the judge denied the motion.

Natural Gas House Fire

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(Portland, OR) -- A vehicle crashed in to a four-plex in the Sullivans Gulch Neighborhood on Christmas Eve causing an intense fire. The vehicle hit a natural gas meter and the gas caused a large fire. There were no natural gas shutoff valves in the area, so firefighters used one of their rigs to pull the vehicle off the gas meter. Hoses flooded the area, so firefighters could clamp the natural gas line and put the fire out. All residents safely evacuated the home. Firefighters rescued a pet. The Red Cross is helping residents.

Kitten Wedding Proposal

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(Portland, OR) -- A kitten adoption turned into a wedding proposal at the Oregon Humane Society over the weekend. The couple, Riley and Katie, had previously adopted a pet and were returning to find a kitten. Riley called in advance to ask for help with his proposal. Humane Society staff created a special "Marry Me" tag for the kitten and Katie said "yes" to the kitten and the proposal. Their family was waiting in the lobby with flowers and balloons.

Santa Visits Dog Shelter

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- Santa and Community Safety Officers from the City of Happy Valley brought Christmas cheer to dogs waiting for new homes at Clackamas County Dog Services. Earthwise Pet donated gourmet dog food, bones and toys. The dogs sat on Santa's lap and picked treats out of Santa's bag. You can see the dogs that are up for adoption on the Clackamas County Dog Services website.

Mall Shooting New Details

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- The victim of a shooting last Friday outside of Clackamas Town Center had a previous connection to the suspect. The victim told police he and a girl noticed two people dressed in black following them. They asked a mall employee to escort them to their car. After getting into the car, the suspects approached on both sides and 18-year-old Pedro Cornejo-Morales allegedly fired a shot hitting the victim in the hand. They returned fire. Cornejo-Morales was found walking toward the I-205 multi-use path and arrested. Police are still looking for the second suspect.

Two Wounded In Hotel Stabbing

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(Portland, OR) -- Two people were stabbed by a woman who was destroying property in a northeast Portland hotel early Monday morning. Police responded to a hotel near Northeast 2nd and Clackamas Street where they found the suspect being detained by two bystanders. The stabbing victims, a hotel employee and a guest, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Shanai Daniel was arrested and will be charged with attempted murder and assault.

Providence Caregivers Could Vote To Strike

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(Portland, OR) -- Thursday is the end of a cooling off period for nearly five-thousand frontline caregivers at eight Providence hospitals and six clinics across Oregon and the Oregon Nurses Association could decide to call a strike. Negotiations were paused over Christmas. The union could issue a ten-day strike notice. The caregivers include doctors, nurses and physician assistants. The union wants better pay and more staffing.

Suspects Arrested In Multiple Burglaries

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(West Linn, OR) -- Two southwest Washington suspects have been arrested in connection with robberies in West Linn, Wilsonville and across the Portland Metro area. West Linn Police investigated a robbery in October at a storage unit where a non-profit home inspection business had thousands of dollars worth of items stolen. A similar robbery happened at Stafford Beverage in Wilsonville. Detectives identified the vehicle used in both robberies which led to the arrest of Kyle Runyon, from Ryderwood, Washington, and Jimmy Cristea, from Vancouver. They're connected to robberies in several Portland area cities.

OR's Reed College Offering Free Tuition To Some OR, WA Students

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(Portland, OR) -- One of Oregon's top universities is offering free tuition to some students. Reed College in Portland announced late last week it will no longer charge tuition to newly admitted Oregon and Washington state undergrads whose families make less than 100-thousand dollars a year. U.S. transfer students will also qualify for free tuition. The policy will take effect in the new year.

PGE Rates Increasing

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(Salem, OR) -- Residential customers of Portland General Electric will see power bills increase five-and-a-half percent starting New Year's Day. The Oregon Public Utility Commission says the average increase for residential and businesses combined will be three-point-three percent. PGE wanted a seven-point-four percent increase. The rate increase is due to investments the company is making in the power grid. Because the increase is happening during the winter, PGE can't disconnect power to medical certificate holders or discount program participants until March 31.

Portland Traffic Deaths

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(Portland, OR) -- There have been 65 traffic related deaths this year in Portland compared to 75 last year. Portland Police say 24 people were occupants of vehicles, 23 were pedestrians and four were cyclists. 12 people were homeless. Two deaths happened as a result of street racing or vehicle stunts. Police are reminding drivers during the holidays to drink responsibly, and that buzzed driving is drunk driving.

13 Arrested During Drug Mission

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(Portland, OR) -- Police arrested 13 people during a mission to arrest drug dealers in southeast Portland. On December 15th, officers focused on the area near Southeast 122nd and Burnside. They contacted 27 people. Three drivers tried to elude arrest. One driver crashed into a metal post behind a shopping mall on Northeast Cascades Parkway. The suspect tried to run across Northeast Airport Way but was caught by officers. Police towed five vehicles, and recovered two guns, methamphetamine and cocaine.

Mall Shooting Suspect

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- A suspect in a shooting outside of Clackamas Town Center will make his first court appearance today. The shooting happened Friday afternoon. A 15-year-old boy was shot in the hand. Deputies found 18-year-old Pedro Cornejo-Morales hiding behind a building shortly after the shooting. He will be charged with assault and attempted murder. In December 2012, a gunman opened fire inside the mall, killing two people and injuring others, before turning the gun on himself.

Post Office Named For Former Congresswoman

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Legislation to name the Hillsboro Post Office in honor of former Oregon Congresswoman Elizabeth Furse passed Congress and was sent to President Biden to sign. Furse represented Oregon's First Congressional District from 1993 to 1999 and established her legacy as a champion for human and tribal rights and social justice. Furse was the first woman elected to represent Oregon's First District and helped secure funding to expand TriMet's MAX Blue Line into Hillsboro. Furse died in 2021 at age 84 on her Hillsboro farm.

Boulder Warning For Drivers

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(Goldendale, WA) -- Klickitat County is warning drivers on SR-14 to use caution when driving along cliffs. Boulders the size of a person often break off, especially during the winter, and fall onto the highway. A car was recently hit and severely damaged by the large rocks. No one in the car was injured.

Vancouver Traffic Safety Emphasis Patrols

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(Vancouver, WA) -- There have been a record setting 15 fatal crashes this year in Vancouver. The Police Department is running an emphasis patrol from Friday through Sunday, January 5th. They'll focus on pedestrians crossing streets outside of crosswalks and dangerous driving behaviors. On January 1st, two new laws take effect that increase the penalties on negligent drivers who injure or kill pedestrians, cyclists or people using mobility devices.

Racist Letters Response

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(Lincoln City, OR) -- Oregon's Attorney General and local lawmakers are responding to racist letters distributed in Lincoln County. The letters suggest the recipient track the movements of people of color, especially if they appear to be in the country illegally. Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued a statement saying attempts to intimidate communities and their leaders through racist letter-writing campaigns have no place in Oregon. State Representative David Gomberg says coastal communities are built on the values of respect, inclusion and unity. He says racial profiling, harassment and intolerance have no place in the county. FBI officials say anyone who feels physically threatened should contact local law enforcement.

Portland Swears In New Mayor, City Council

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland is officially swearing in its new mayor and city council. A swearing-in ceremony took place yesterday for new mayor Keith Wilson and Portland's 12-member city council. The ceremony comes less than two weeks before Portland transitions to a new form of government on January 1st. The city is shifting from the commission form of government established in 1913 to a mayor-council form with a city manager.

Four Arrested For Armed Robbery At Newberg Hotel

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(Newberg, OR) -- Four people are facing charges following an armed robbery at a Best Western in Newberg. Police say officers responded to the Best Western Newberg Inn early yesterday morning on reports that a guest had been robbed. Responding officers found the suspects leaving the hotel in a car and pulled them over, arresting four people.

OSU Veterinary Program Helps Humane Society

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Humane Society is helping veterinary students at Oregon State University get real-life medical experience. Students spend three weeks on rotation at the shelter hospital and community hospital, while living in dorms at the Humane Society. They get important experience performing surgeries on animals. All of their work is supervised by OSU instructors embedded at the shelter.

Wyden Recreation Provisions Pass Congress

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Congress has passed a bill Oregon Senator Ron Wyden has spent a decade trying to get through. The EXPLORE Act includes key provisions to make the outdoors more accessible and to support the recreation economy in Oregon and nationwide. The bill now goes to the President for his signature.

Lincoln County Letters

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(Newport, OR) -- The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is responding to letters circulating in the coastal community that urge people to track and report information regarding people of color, especially anyone believed to be undocumented. The Sheriff's Office says that's inconsistent with its values as public servants, and erodes trust. Sheriff Curtis Landers is advising people against collecting or sharing information about someone based on their perceived immigration status.

PBOT Launches Safe Ride Home Effort

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland Bureau of Transportation wants drivers to plan ahead if they're going to celebrate New Year's Eve. The Safe Ride Home program offers 20 dollars off a taxi fare and 10 dollars off an Uber of Lyft ride. TriMet will offer free rides on buses and MAX trains starting at 8 p.m. on New Year's Eve. Portland Streetcar and C-Tran will also offer free rides that night.

Marion County Garbage Burner

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(Brooks, OR) -- The ReWorld waste-to-energy facility in Brooks will stop taking waste from Marion County on December 31st. The County Commission says that'll cause garbage rates in unincorporated parts of the county to increase. Residential rates will go up two-and-a-half percent. The cost to dump medical waste will increase 70 percent. Garbage will now go the Coffin Butte Landfill in Benton County, but it's expected to run out of space in a few years.

Drug Interdiction Mission

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police have conducted another mission focused on illegal drug activity. Wednesday night, officers worked in Goose Hollow, Old Town, inner southeast and northwest Portland. Four people were arrested on warrants, one person was arrested for drug possession and two people chose to enter deflection. Police seized nearly 200 grams of illegal drugs and over 700 dollars in cash.

Pedestrian Killed In Crash In SE Portland

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(Portland, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into a deadly auto-pedestrian crash in Southeast Portland. Police say a pedestrian was hit by a car and killed Sunday near Southeast Powell Boulevard and Southeast 82nd Avenue. Responding officers rushed the victim to a hospital, where they died from their injuries on Monday. Police have identified the victim as 81-year-old Muoi Te Hua. The crash marks Portland's 69th traffic fatality so far this year, tying last year's number.

Providence Park Ticket To Ride

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(Portland, OR) -- Soccer and music fans going to Providence Park will be able to ride TriMet for free through 2026. TriMet has announced it's extending the partnership with the Portland Timbers and Thorns, along with people going to concerts at the stadium. Fans just need to show their tickets and they can ride buses or trains for free from three hours before the event to three hours after.

House Fire Displaces Five In Powellhurst-Gilbert

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(Portland, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into a house fire that displaced several people in Portland's Powellhurst-Gilbert neighborhood. Firefighters responded to the home Tuesday night and managed to quickly extinguish the flames. No injuries were reported, but five people were displaced.

Robbery Suspects Arrested

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(Gresham, OR) -- Suspects in a series of robberies in Gresham and Portland have been indicted by a Multnomah County grand jury. Eleven robberies targeted bars, restaurants and lottery delis. They happened over a span of 18 days in October. On November 1st, a Gresham Police officer tried to stop the suspects, but they fled, crashing in Clackamas County. The suspects ran. Jessica Martin was arrested after surrendering to a deputy. Carlos Martin was found hiding in an outbuilding and arrested. Combined they face over 100 charges.

Mt. Hood Skibowl Opens Tomorrow

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(Portland, OR) -- Mt. Hood Skibowl is opening for the season. The ski area announced on Facebook it will start running its chairlifts tomorrow afternoon. Santa is set to hit the slopes this weekend. Mt. Hood Skibowl says Jolly Old St. Nick will be out shredding snow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday. After skiing, Santa will be hanging out at the Multorpor Lodge from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. both days to pose for photos and spread some holiday cheer.

Sanctuary Promise Community Toolkit

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Attorney General's Office is out with a new guide to help people in the event federal immigration activity increases in the state. President-elect Trump has vowed to deport millions of people who are in the country illegally. The Sanctuary Promise Community Toolkit is published in English and Spanish. It has information on Oregon's sanctuary laws, the rights those laws protect, and safety precautions that can be taken. Oregon became the first sanctuary state in 1987. It's illegal for Oregon law enforcement to help enforce federal immigration laws.

United Way Joins Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

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(Portland, OR) -- The United Way of the Columbia-Willamette is joining Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program. The United Way will help get kids younger than five signed up to receive a free, age-appropriate book in the mail every month. Fewer than 40 percent of Oregon third graders are reading at benchmark and free books are one way to improve that. Last May, the Legislature approved funding to run the program in 30 counties. They're working to expand coverage in the remaining six counties.

Cape Lookout State Park Construction Change

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(Tillamook, OR) -- The construction schedule at Cape Lookout State Park near Tillamook is changing. The park will now be open in the spring and closed during the summer. Campsites in the A, B, C and D loops as well as deluxe cabins and yurts can be reserved from March 1st through May 31st starting on December 20th. The original plan had camp loops A and B moving to higher ground, but that's being prevented due to geological concerns. Now they'll reinforce the existing dune to keep seawater from entering the camp loops.

Police Seek Man Accused Of Stealing $1.2M From Employer

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(Wilsonville, OR) -- Police are searching for a Wilsonville man accused of stealing more than a million dollars from his employer. The Sherwood Police Department says 36-year-old Adrian Cooper is accused of stealing and then selling one-point-two-million dollars worth of equipment from Okonite Manufacturing while working there as a warehouse manager. A Washington County Circuit Court judge issued a secret indictment arrest warrant for Cooper in October. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact police.

Stripper Pleads Not Guilty To Stabbing DJ

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland stripper accused of stabbing her club's DJ in the back multiple times is pleading not guilty. Court records show Peyton Lathan pleaded not guilty yesterday to four charges including attempted murder. Police say she stabbed Duncan Allen three times at the vegan strip club Casa Diablo Sunday night. Allen was treated and released from a hospital Monday. Allen claims the attack was unprovoked.

Portland Plans News Year's Celebration

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(Portland, OR) -- The City of Portland is planning a New Year's celebration at Pioneer Courthouse Square. The drone show group Sky Elements will do two drone shows. At 9 p.m. there will be a family friendly show. And then another show at the countdown to New Year's. Portland's own Video Dance Attack will provide a video-based night featuring the hottest music and videos from the 80's and beyond. The events will start at 8 o'clock and end at 12:30.

Brothers Sentenced To 18 Months For Scamming Elderly Homeowners

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(Portland, OR) -- Two brothers are facing more than a year behind bars after being convicted of defrauding elderly homeowners in Oregon and two other states. A judge sentenced Patrick and Matthew McDonagh to 18 months in prison last month after they pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in September. Court documents show the brothers posed as home repair contractors to scam elderly homeowners in Oregon, Washington and Illinois. The two are expected to be deported back to Ireland after serving their time.

Small Claims Fraud Indictment

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(Portland, OR) -- An Oregon woman has been indicted for allegedly filing 20 fraudulent small claims lawsuits in courts around the state. Federal prosecutors say Sharon Neal, of Damascus, devised a scheme to file small claims on behalf of fictitious businesses, allegedly making false statements about low-quality products and services by businesses to collect monetary judgments. The businesses being sued never had interactions with Neal, and didn't offer the products or services claimed in the lawsuits. Neal pleaded not guilty to five counts of mail fraud.

Crossbow Killing Reward

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(Corvallis, OR) -- The reward for an arrest in the illegal crossbow killing of two buck deer in Corvallis is now two-thousand-dollars. The groups Traditional Archers of Oregon and the Oregon Hunters Association have both added 500-dollars to the one-thousand-dollar reward for poaching that's always offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction. Both deer died from embedded arrows. It's illegal to use a crossbow to kill big game animals in Oregon and it's also against the law to shoot inside city limits.

Oregon Gas Prices Lowest Of 2024

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(Portland, OR) -- While gas prices have been inching up nationally, Triple-A reports gas prices in Oregon are still going down. Oregon's average declined three cents over the last week to three-47 a gallon while the national average increased two cents to three-03. Oregon's average is the lowest so far this year and it's the lowest for the holiday season since 2020.

Avelo Airlines Extends Salem Flight Schedule

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(Salem, OR) -- Avelo Airlines is extending its flights from Salem-Willamette Valley Airport to Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Flight services started more than a year ago and 65-thousand customers have flown on 600 flights. Avelo says customers can book fares through September 2nd, 2025. Flights start at 57-dollars one-way.

Oregon Extends Open Enrollment Deadline

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace is extending the deadline to get coverage that'll start January 1st. The deadline was December 15th. It's now moved to December 18th. The Health Insurance Marketplace is where people who don't get health insurance from their employer, and they don't qualify for the Oregon Health Plan, can get coverage. Over 80 percent of applicants get financial assistance to pay for the coverage. You can apply at OregonHealthCare dot gov.

Magic Mushroom Lab Busted

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(Coos County, OR) -- A magic mushroom lab was raided in Coos County last week. The Coos County Sheriff's Office says the investigation started in November. Detectives got a search warrant for 50-year-old Matthew Houglum's home. They seized over two-thousand mushrooms containing suspected psilocybin, 49 guns, many of which are suspected to have been obtained illegally, various grenades, and marijuana processing equipment. The FBI and ATF have joined the investigation.

Former Teacher Arrested For Sex Crimes

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(Albany, OR) -- A former math teacher and wrestling coach at South Albany High School has been arrested for alleged sex crimes involving a student. Albany Police say a School Resource Officer started the investigation after a tip. 28-year-old Duece Phaly was a teacher and coach from 2018 through 2022. The alleged sexual abuse happened in 2022. Phaly is charged with 11 counts of sex abuse. He was booked into the Linn County Jail.

ODFW Holiday Gifts

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(Salem, OR) -- If you have someone on your holiday gift list that enjoys the outdoors, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has gift ideas. If they hunt or fish, you can buy them a license. If they kayak or raft, you can buy a waterway access permit. For wildlife viewers or hikers, the wildlife area parking permit costs 30 dollars. You can also make a donation in someone's name to the Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund.

Red Cross Blood Need

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(Portland, OR) -- The Red Cross is in need of blood donations. During the holidays, regular donors are on vacation and the supply of blood declines. Winter weather can also increase demand from people injured in traffic crashes. They need donors with all types, but they especially need people with type O negative. Platelet donations are also important. Donors giving blood through January 3rd will also get an exclusive Red Cross long-sleeved T-shirt.

Drunk Driving Missions Planned

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(Portland, OR) -- Law enforcement agencies across Oregon plan missions to catch impaired drivers called Operation Drive Sober '25. Every year, during the holidays, there's an increase in fatal crashes involving impaired drivers. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office advises that if you plan to drink, have a plan for your trip home either using a designated driver, rideshare, or taxi. If a friend has been drinking, take their keys and find them a safe ride home. Operation Sober Drive '25 will run from December 31st through January 5th.

Portland Fire Chief Announces Retirement

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland's Fire Chief has announced he'll retire in March. Chief Ryan Gillespie joined Portland Fire & Rescue in 1998 as a firefighter. Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler said Gillespie is a dedicated public servant and under his leadership, the department has navigated numerous challenges and emerged stronger. Portland's next fire chief will be selected by the new City Council and Mayor that take office January 1st.

Metro Approves Removal Of Kellogg Creek Dam

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(Milwaukie, OR) -- A dam on Kellogg Creek in Milwaukie will be removed as part of a 10-million-dollar project approved by the Metro Council. Removing the dam will open 17 miles of habitat on the creek to fish. The City of Milwaukie will create a public natural area where people can access nearby trails. The project also includes rebuilding the Highway 99E bridge over the creek. The dam is part of the bridge's foundation.

DEQ Launches Reduce Food Waste Campaign

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(Salem, OR) -- Thirty-five-percent of food produced or imported in the U.S. is never eaten, and the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is working to reduce that. The Bad Apple campaign has a goal of minimizing food waste. One family of four saved 200 dollars a month. Food waste is the second largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions behind transportation. The website don't let good food go bad dot org has tips on how to reduce food waste.

Corvallis Residents Lose $650,000 To Scammers

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(Corvallis, OR) -- People in the Corvallis area have lost over 650-thousand dollars to scammers the last six months. The Corvallis Police department is warning you to be suspicious of any call saying you owe money, or need to pay someone. The scammers use a variety of tactics that make them appear legitimate. They put pressure on the victim to pay quickly, often using methods of payment that can't be traced. Verify the caller's identity on your own and don't use the information they give you. Don't send money, or gift cards. Don't click links on suspicious emails.

Retail Theft Mission

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- Police say 32 people were arrested during a retail theft mission in Happy Valley. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office conducted the mission on Thursday near Clackamas Town Center. Over 10-hours they arrested 32 people and recovered 64-hundred dollars in stolen merchandise. 15 of the people who were arrested had outstanding warrants.

Peacock Lane Lit For The Holidays

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland's Christmas Street is now lit through December 31st. Peacock Lane is located in Southeast Portland. The Tudor style homes are decorated in spectacular light displays. Monday night is for pedestrians only. Vehicles will be allowed starting Tuesday night. There's free hot cocoa or cider, while supplies last. They take cash or digital donations. The lights are on from 6 to 11 p.m. each night.

Overdose Deaths Increased In 2023

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(Portland, OR) -- Overdose deaths in Oregon increased 32 percent last year. The Oregon Health Authority reports 18-hundred-33 people died from overdosing on drugs. 53 percent of the deaths involved an opioid and a stimulant. Overdose death rates remained high in non-Hispanic, Black and American Indian/Alaska Native communities. The state has expanded distribution of Naloxone, which can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. There are also more treatment programs and peer support.

Suspect Arrested In Woman's Death

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(Sherwood, OR) -- A man is under arrest in connection with the death of a woman near Sherwood early Friday morning. The Washington County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of an unresponsive woman near a home on Edy Road. 64-year-old Mary McDowell died at the scene. She lived at the home. Her partner, 38-year-old Jose Morfin, Junior was arrested for assault in the second degree, unlawful use of a weapon and felon in possession of a gun. More changes may be coming.

Public Indecency Suspect Arrested

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(Aloha, OR) -- A suspect in a series of public indecency incidents has been arrested in Aloha and the Washington County Sheriff's Office wants to hear from more victims. Since October, there have been multiple reports of women reporting a man exposing himself, primarily in the Cooper Mountain area. Deputies conducted an undercover operation on December 13th and arrested 36-year-old Derrick Bonn, of Portland. Many of the incidents happened while he was delivering newspapers. The Washington County Sheriff's Office wants to hear from anyone who hasn't reported an incident where Bonn exposed himself.

Bike Friendly Oregon

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon has invested millions of dollars on infrastructure for cyclists, and now the League of American Bicyclists is ranking the state as the third most bike friendly in the country. The group looked at how states are improving conditions for bicycling and what resources are available for people who bike. Oregon topped the list for funding bike programs.

WA, OR Pear Growers Report Smallest Crop In Nearly 40 Years

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(Olympia, WA) -- Pear growers in Washington state and Oregon are reporting their worst harvest in nearly four decades. The Yakima Herald-Republic reports this year's pear harvest in the Pacific Northwest yielded its smallest crop since 1985. This year's crop of ten-point-six-million standard 44-pound box equivalents is down 31-percent from the five-year average. Last year's harvest yielded 15-point-two-million boxes.

University of Portland Receives $20 Million Donation

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(Portland, OR) -- The University of Portland has received a 20-million-dollar donation, one of the largest ever in the school's history. The donor is remaining anonymous, except to say it's a multi-generational family with 12 U of P alumni. The money will support student access, academic excellence, and other student programs.

Court Scam Costs Family $14,000

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(Cottage Grove, OR) -- A Cottage Grove family has lost 14-thousand-dollars to a scam involving the court system. The Lane County Sheriff's Office says the suspect called them and said they needed to pay 14-thousand-dollars to clear charges for not appearing in court. They were told to pay the money into a Bitcoin ATM where it's impossible to trace who received the money. The Sheriff's Office says they never demand money by phone, text or email.

Pearl District Theft Suspects Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- Two men have been arrested for thefts from businesses in Portland's Pearl District. Loss prevention personnel from the Lululemon store spotted stolen merchandise being sold on Facebook Marketplace. Police arranged a meeting to buy the items and arrested 33-year-old Tyler West and 28-year-old Alexander Dunham. Police say they stole over 12-thousand-dollars' worth of merchandise during five thefts from Lululemon dating back to mid-November.

Loud Music Shooting

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(Gresham, OR) -- Police say loud music appears to have led to a shooting at a Gresham apartment complex early Tuesday. A woman went into the parking to ask a man and a woman to turn down the music. There was a confrontation, and the woman was shot in the head. She remains hospitalized. The 26-year-old suspect was arrested for attempted murder. He's being held without bail.

In-Custody Suspect Dies

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(Portland, OR) -- An investigation is underway into the death of a stabbing suspect who was in the custody of Portland Police. The incident happened Wednesday night. Police say the suspect punched the victim in the face and slashed his back with a knife. The victim threw a battery powered leaf blower and hit the suspect in the back. The suspect had trouble breathing and officers called medics. The man lost consciousness, police started CPR, but the man died at the scene. The Medical Examiner says the man had no signs of outside trauma. The cause of death is pending toxicology tests. The victim who was stabbed was treated and released from a hospital.

Silver Falls Winter Festival

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(Silverton, OR) -- Silverfalls State Park will hold its annual Winter Festival this weekend. There are activities for both adults and children. There are guided walks that take about an hour. There's wreath making and areas to build bird nest boxes, bird feeders and paper bird crafts. You can earn a commemorative Silver Falls ornament from taking part in at least six of the activities. The festival takes place Saturday and Sunday.

Commercial Dungeness Crab Season Opens

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(Newport, OR) -- Commercial crab season will open Monday on part of the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says commercial crabbers will be able to place pots for Dungeness crabs starting today from Cape Falcon, near Manzanita, to the California border. Testing shows crabs have a minimum amount of meat required and levels of domoic acid are below the safety threshold. North of cape Falcon, the season will remain closed until crabs gain weight.

Beaverton Death Investigation

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(Beaverton, OR) -- Beaverton Police are investigating the deaths of two people. On Wednesday, police were asked to do a welfare check after not hearing from someone. When officers checked the unit in the Baseline Apartments, they found two people dead. The Medical Examiner will determine how they died. Their names haven't been released.

National Guard Addresses Standoff Arrest

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- The head of the Oregon National Guard addressed members a day after a man armed with a rifle was holed up in the gym. The man, who was a member of the Guard, was suffering a mental health crisis and eventually surrendered peacefully after talking to police negotiators. Adjutant General Alan Gronewald issued a statement saying they will work together to ensure the organization remains a safe, resilient and professional environment.

Springfield Man Sentenced For Gun Violations

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(Eugene, OR) -- A Springfield man who was caught with over a hundred semi-automatic guns in 2022 has been sentenced to six years in prison. Andrew Rogers was arrested during a traffic stop where police found drugs, a gun, and a knife. A search of his home turned up the guns along with silencers and hundreds of components. He also had a drill press, a 3-D printer and a part for an AR-15 rifle. He told investigators he made nearly all of the guns.

PPB Resumes Foot Patrols During Holidays

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police are bringing back foot patrols in busy shopping areas through New Year's Eve. They did this last year, and got a positive response. Police Chief Bob Days says the presence of officers provides a level of certainty and confidence. Officers will work in two four hour shifts between noon and 8 p.m. They'll focus on Pioneer Courthouse Square, Southeast Hawthorne, Mississippi and Sellwood. They won't be looking to make arrests, but will respond to life-threatening emergencies and call patrol officers for criminal activity.

OLCC Warehouse Project

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(Canby, OR) -- The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission is moving forward with plans to build a 347-thousand square foot warehouse in Canby. The City of Canby has given land use approval and JE Dunn Construction has been selected to build the 88-million-dollar warehouse. It'll replace the current warehouse in Milwaukie. Construction is set to begin next spring and it'll be complete by the summer of 2026.

Oregon Election Certified

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(Salem, OR) -- The results of Oregon's General Election have been officially certified. Governor Tina Kotek and Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade signed the certificates of ascertainment for Oregon's electors in the races for President and Vice President. All of the Electoral College members elected throughout the country will meet in their states December 17th to cast their votes. Griffin-VaLade says it was the most secure election in history.

OHS Cuts Adoption Fees On Older Pets

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Humane Society is offering a special on adoption fees for pets over a year old this month. Through December 31st, adoption fees are being cut by 50 percent at the Portland and Salem campuses of the Oregon Humane Society. All adoptions include up-to-date vaccines, spay or neuter, a microchip and a certificate for a free health exam with participating veterinarians.

Grinches Steal Christmas

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(Corvallis, OR) -- Corvallis Police are trying to find two Grinches who stole Christmas. The thieves broke into an apartment and stole all of the presents, some cash and electronics. When the resident returned, the suspects were trying to take the Christmas tree and a train set. The men in their 30s fled in a white pickup.

Trump Inauguration Tickets

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(Washington, D.C.) -- If you'd like to attend the inauguration of President-elect Trump, you can make requests for tickets through the offices of Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley. The tickets are not guaranteed, are subject to availability and do not come with travel accommodations or recommendations. Senate offices will notify people in early January, if they're able to provide tickets.

OR Receives $6.5 Million For Electric School Buses

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon will get six-and-a-half million dollars for electric school buses. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is providing the money to buy 36 electric buses. It'll also pay for chargers and training for 17 mechanics in the Beaverton and Reynolds school districts. The electric buses will replace 26 diesel buses that will be scrapped.

Oregon Health Authority Proposals

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Health Authority Director Sejal Hathi is proposing changes after visiting 35 counties to get comments on the agency's operations. More than 60 challenges were expressed ranging from healthcare workforce shortages to gaps in youth mental health services. Hathi has directed OHA leadership to find solutions. They include reducing administrative burdens on mental health and substance use programs, helping healthcare workers bill Medicaid, keeping rural healthcare facilities open and reducing lead exposure to children.

OR Child Sex Abuse Suspect Arrested In Tennessee

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(Roseburg, OR) -- A Roseburg man on the run for nearly a year was recently caught in Tennessee. Jerry Lee Thacker, now 57, was arrested on numerous sex abuse charges in 2022. The alleged victim was a 13-year-old Roseburg girl. He was supposed to go on trial this past January, but didn't show up for court. The U-S Marshals Service took him into custody in Knoxville, Tennessee, where authorities say he'd been living with a family member. He now awaits extradition back to Oregon.

Yaquina Bay Lighthouse Restoration

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(Newport, OR) -- The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse will get a full exterior restoration next year. The lighthouse, built in 1871, is the only wooden lighthouse still intact on the Oregon Coast, and it's the last example in the state of the combined lighthouse and living quarters. The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse served mariners for only a few short years before it was decommissioned in favor of the Yaquina Head Lighthouse in 1874. The restoration will cost around one-and-a-half-million dollars. The park will remain open during the work. The lighthouse will close from January 1st through June.

Orphaned Cougar Cubs Arrive At Oregon Zoo

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Zoo is taking care of two orphaned cougar cubs. The male and female are around four months old. They were found in southwest Washington last month and brought to the zoo by Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife staff, because they wouldn't survive on their own in the wild. They're currently being cared for in the zoo's veterinary medical center. They'll eventually move into the zoo's Great Northwest area.

Bird Flu Raw Milk Testing

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(Salem, OR) -- The U.S.D.A. has started a new program to test raw milk for the presence of bird flu in dairy cows. Oregon is one of six states where milk will be tested. Bird flu has resulted in the deaths of millions of domestic birds and was first detected in dairy cows last March. Since then, the virus has been confirmed in more than 700 herds in 15 states, although none are in Oregon. Raw milk testing launches December 16th in Oregon, California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi and Pennsylvania.

Suspect Barricaded On National Guard Base

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- An armed man was barricaded, alone, inside of a building at Camp Withycombe in Happy Valley on Tuesday. Clackamas County SWAT responded. The Sheriff's Office says the incident was resolved with no injuries. The man was taken to a hospital.

Oregon Pacific Railroad Acquired By Museum

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation has acquired the Oregon Pacific Railroad, which will secure the line for future excursions. Oregon Pacific Railroad was built in 1904 to connect regions around Portland. In the late 20th Century Dick Samuels revitalized the line. "Samtrack" trains ran from OMSI to Sellwood. The Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation will use the line to make rail excursions a permanent attraction.

Suspect Drowns Running From Police

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(Gladstone, OR) -- A suspect drowned early Tuesday morning running from Gladstone Police. Officers responded to an employee of the Holiday Inn Express who had been assaulted. When officers approached the suspect, he ran and jumped into the Clackamas River. The man apparently drowned. Search and Rescue teams recovered his body down river.

Loneliness Connection To Insomnia

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(Corvallis, OR) -- Being lonely is a bigger cause of insomnia than screentime. Oregon State University led research that studied one-thousand undergraduate students. The researchers found that 35 percent of students having trouble sleeping had high levels of loneliness. Daily screentime of between eight and ten hours was also a cause of insomnia, but loneliness was a bigger factor. Researchers say universities should work to reduce loneliness among students and recommend they limit screentime to less than eight to ten hours a day.

Clackamas DA Asks State To Take Doctor's Case

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(Oregon City, OR) -- The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is asking the Oregon Department of Justice to take over the case against a former West Linn doctor. David Farley is under investigation for sexually abusing dozens of former patients during exams. In 2022, a Clackamas County grand jury determined there wasn't evidence to charge Farley. A law passed by the 2023 Oregon Legislature will allow doctors to be charged for sexual abuse of patients under the guise of medical exams or procedures.

Water Damaged DMV Office Reopens

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(Woodburn, OR) -- The DMV office in Woodburn reopened Friday after being closed since November 22nd, due to extensive water damage. The cause of the water damage remains a mystery. It wasn't caused by broken pipes or the roof. The back offices and testing area sustained damage, along with furniture, carpets, equipment and sheetrock. Contractors have spent the last two weeks making repairs.

Hillsboro Post Office Naming

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(Washington, D.C.) -- The U.S. House has passed a bill to redesignate the Hillsboro Post Office in honor of the late Representative Elizabeth Furse. She was a member of Congress from 1993 to 1999 and was a champion for human rights and social justice. Current 1st District Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici sponsored the legislation. She says naming the post office in honor of Furse will inspire others for years to come

Attempted Murder Sentence

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(Portland, OR) -- A Multnomah County judge has sentenced a 21-year-old man to over ten years in prison for shooting a man who confronted car prowlers. In 2023, a man tried to stop suspects who were breaking into his stepson's parked car near Northeast 124th and Caruthers Street. He was shot in the abdomen and suffered serious injuries. Police lifted the suspect's print from the car and arrested Nathan Isenberg. A judge returned a guilty verdict and sentenced Isenberg to 114 months in prison.

Christmas Ships Start Parades

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(Portland, OR) -- Christmas Ship parades are underway through December. This is the 70th year the boats decorated with elaborate light displays are running in the Columbia and Willamette rivers. More than 70 boats are involved. It's the longest continuously operating illuminated boat parade in the U.S. The schedule is online at christmas ships dot org.

Shooting Suspect Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- A suspect in the shooting of a teenager Friday evening is being charged with attempted murder. A 17-year-old boy was shot near North Vancouver Avenue and Alberta Street. He's recovering in a hospital. The suspect, 37-year-old Natasha Molett, refused to come out of a nearby apartment. Tactical officers responded and she was eventually arrested without incident. A gun was recovered inside of the apartment. Molett is also charged with assault and felon in possession of a firearm.

Armed Robbery Arrests

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police have arrested suspects in the theft of a trailer from a homeless person. Last Thursday, police responded to a report that several people were stealing a trailer from a homeless person near 9th and Southeast Flavel Street. They were armed with a gun. The police air unit followed the suspects pulling the trailer. Officers made a traffic stop and the suspects ran. One person was arrested. Two suspects got into a stolen vehicle and fled. They abandoned the vehicle, and a search of the area resulted in two arrests. A fourth person got away.

Retail Theft Mission

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police continued their focus on retail theft with a mission targeting downtown Portland and the Pearl District. Neighborhood response teams from Central, North, and East precincts worked with Public Safety Support Specialists to identify and arrest suspects. 11 people were taken into custody and over 24-hundred-dollars in merchandise was recovered. Police say that in many cases, the suspects are working for organized retail theft operations.

Temps Near Freezing For First Time Since January Storm

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland is currently experiencing the coldest weather the city's seen since January's deadly arctic blast. Overnight last night, the low temp hit 27 degrees. The low temperature back on January 17th was 25 degrees when the city was covered in a layer of ice. Temps are expected near freezing over the next couple of nights, but then back to near 50 degrees by the weekend.

Albany Teachers Strike Resumes After Tentative Deal Fails

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(Albany, OR) -- The tentative deal with the Greater Albany Education Association and teachers has fallen through. The ongoing strike continued yesterday after hopes it was coming to an end after nearly three weeks. Early yesterday morning, the two sides were unable to agree on basic return to work terms. At 19 days, the strike is officially the second-longest teacher strike in the state's history.

Estranged Husband Charged With Wife's Murder Due In Court

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(Portland, OR) -- The arraignment of Michael Fournier is scheduled for today after being delayed yesterday. Fournier is charged with second-degree murder in the death of his estranged wife Susan Lane-Fournier. Her body was found in Welches over the weekend after she was reported missing more than a week before. Yesterday's delay was due to technical difficulties in the court.

Teen Sentenced To Life In Beaverton Girl's 2022 Death

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(Portland, OR) -- Daniel Gore will spend the rest of his life behind bars for the murder of 13-year-old Milana Li from Beaverton. Gore, who was 16 at the time of the murder in 2022, was sentenced in Washington County court yesterday. On May 8th, 2022, Gore raped and killed Li in a wooded area in Westside Linear Park in Portland. It took a jury less than 90 minutes to convict Gore of all charges, including murder and rape.

Arctic Fox Found In Portland Diagnosed With Salmon Poisoning 

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(Portland, OR)  --  Luna the Arctic fox is receiving emergency medical care after being diagnosed with salmon poisoning.  That word from the Ochsner Park Zoo where Luna was sent to live just a couple of weeks ago.  Back in September, Luna was found abandoned in Portland and taken to the Bird Alliance of Oregon's wildlife rehabilitation hospital.  While undersized and malnourished, the fox was otherwise in good health when she came to the local animal hospital.    

Druker Leaves Knight Cancer Institute

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(Portland, OR) -- The CEO of OHSU's Knight Cancer Institute is stepping down. Dr. Bryan Drucker announced his resignation this week. In a letter to colleagues obtained by Willamette Week Druker said his goals to advance cancer research and approve patient care are no loner achievable at OHSU. Drucker's decision follows months of turmoil at the medical school and the hospital, which included the president's resignation in October. OHSU said Dr. Druker leaves an indelible legacy and they're grateful for his many years of leadership.

Greater Idaho Asks Trump Help

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Organizers behind the Greater Idaho movement are asking President-elect Trump to join the effort. Greater Idaho wants to make much of central and eastern Oregon part of Idaho. The group sent a letter to Trump saying his support can quote "bring a peaceful resolution to Oregon's long standing east-west divide." Over the past few years, voters in 13 eastern Oregon counties have passed measures pushing local leaders to discuss joining Idaho. Both Legislatures and Congress would have to approve it.

Wells Fargo Announces Oregon Layoffs

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(Portland, OR) -- Wells Fargo is releasing more details about planned layoffs in Oregon. The bank notified the state that around 500 employees are losing their jobs when the Wells Fargo closes a corporate office in Hillsboro. Another 220 workers will be laid off when the Salem customer service center closes. Cuts are also expected to the company's Portland workforce, but that number has not been made public.

Red Kettle Gold Coin

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(Salem, OR) -- A gold coin was dropped into a Salvation Army Red Kettle near Salem over Thanksgiving weekend. The coin was valued at 26-hundred-dollars. The one-ounce piece is a 20-dollar Double Eagle gold coin, minted in 1927. The Salvation Army of Marion and Polk Counties says the coin's nearly 100-year-long journey now includes serving people in need.

Plane Emergency Landing

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(Molalla, OR) -- A plane bound for Bend made an emergency landing on a remote Clackamas County gravel road. The rented single-engine Cessna took off from Washington County Wednesday afternoon with one passenger, but after just a short distance, the pilot reported engine trouble and made an emergency landing on a gravel road near the Molalla River. Both people on board walked away unhurt, although the aircraft suffered some damage. An Oregon National Guard Black Hawk helicopter happened to be training in the area and heard the distress call. They picked up the pair and flew them to the Mulino airport.

Providence Health Care Workers Approve Strike

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(Portland, OR) -- Nearly five-thousand healthcare workers at 13 Providence hospitals and clinics in Oregon have approved a strike, if they aren't able to reach agreement on a contract. Negotiations have been underway for more than a year. Contracts have run out for many bargaining units. If a strike is called, the union says it would be the largest healthcare workers strike, and the first doctor's strike, in Oregon's history.

Pursuit Suspect Charged

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(Oregon City, OR) -- A suspect in a pursuit on Thanksgiving Day is facing charges after being released from the hospital. Police say 35-year-old Derek Seledkov was arrested after being released from the hospital on Wednesday and was arraigned on charges yesterday. Marion County deputies started pursuing Seledkov down I-5 on Thanksgiving evening. Spike strips deflated the tires in Clackamas County and a sheriff's deputy used a PIT maneuver to stop the vehicle near Canby. Seledkov claimed he had a gun and refused to get out of the vehicle. After a long standoff, he was arrested and hospitalized for injuries that happened during the standoff.

EV Charging Ports Increase

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon is expanding its program to add charging ports for electric vehicles throughout the state. The Oregon Department of Transportation issued a second round of funding for Level Two E-V charging ports. The two-and-a-half-million-dollars in grants will pay for 460 more ports by 2026. 70 percent of the funding was reserved for projects in rural and disadvantaged communities. Most of the chargers will be in public parking areas, with the rest at businesses and multi-family housing complexes. Another two-and-three-quarter-million-dollars will go out next year.

Federal Funds Focus On Salmon And Steelhead Recovery

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(Portland, OR) -- Federal funds are coming to the Pacific Northwest to help conservation and recovery efforts focused on Pacific salmon and steelhead. The Department of Commerce and NOAA Fisheries are making up to 99-million-dollars available to advance state and tribal work to restore fish populations and habitat. Proposals can be submitted through early March, from state and tribal leaders in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho and California.

Kotek Asks Biden For Owyhee National Monument

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Governor Tine Kotek has asked President Biden to designate the Owyhee Canyonlands as a national monument before he leaves office. It's located in Southeast Oregon, and it's known for beautiful landscapes. Eastern Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz says it's a classic example of crying wolf. He says the national monument designation would draw more people to the region, instead of preserving it. Bentz and Democratic Senator Ron Wyden have proposed legislation to protect grazing rights while allowing public use, but both bills have stalled.

Police Warn Of Suspicious Vehicle

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police are warning about two incidents where men in a black Hyundai Sonata approached students walking home from Ida B. Wells High School. In one case the student ran home. The other student hid in bushes until the men drove away. Police are increasing patrols in the area. They're asking parents to talk to their children about having a plan in a situation such as this and to never approach a vehicle driven by someone they do not know.

Defensible Space Grants Increase

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(Salem, OR) -- More Oregonians can apply for Defensible Space Grants. The Oregon State Fire Marshal's office is adding communities to the program. Property owners can request a 250-dollar grant to help pay for defensible space improvements to reduce fire danger. They need to get a free assessment first. Those can be scheduled at Oregon Defensible Space dot org. Eligible communities were chosen based on their vulnerability to wildfire.

Higher Education Budget Reaction

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's public universities are warning that Governor Tina Kotek's proposed budget doesn't spend enough on higher education. They say that without an increase of 275-million-dollars there would need to be tuition increases to maintain current levels of programs.

SNAP Benefits Extended Due To Storm

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(Salem, OR) -- The SNAP food benefits program is offering to replace food that was lost due to power outages caused by the bomb cyclone last month. People in 22 counties qualify for the extended SNAP benefits. The replacement request must be submitted by December 18th either by calling Oregon DHS or filling out a form online or at a DHS office.

Lincoln County Luring Arrest

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(Newport, OR) -- A Dallas, Oregon man is accused of trying to connect with children online, for illicit purposes. Lincoln County officials say a deputy posing as a child on social media was contacted by 58-year-old Danny Hicks, who offered to meet for sexual encounters. Hicks was arrested this week. He was already in the Lincoln County Jail for similar charges stemming from a previous case.

Harney County Search

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(Harney County, OR) -- A Grant County man has been missing nearly a week in Harney County. A rancher found Michael Griffin's car parked on a local access road with his dog inside. Deputies use drones, side-by-sides and a search plane, but couldn't find Griffin. K-9s tracked him for about six miles. His dog is being cared for as the search continues.

Multnomah County Deflections Increase

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(Portland, OR) -- The number of people entering deflection in Multnomah County continues to increase. From the last two weeks of October to the first two weeks of November, the number of people entering deflection increased from 12 to 34. Since the new law took effect September 1st, 127 people have started deflection. Under the law, people caught using illegal drugs in public are arrested and can avoid going to jail if they complete deflection, which includes addiction treatment services.

Teen Killed In Suspected Street Racing Event

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(Portland, OR) -- A teenage boy was killed in a street racing crash Saturday night in North Portland. Police responded to North Marine Drive and Leadbetter Road where there was a single vehicle rollover crash. Investigators say it happened during a street takeover event with other participants and spectators. The victim was dead when police arrived. The driver remained at the scene. Police have talked with some witnesses, but many people left without giving statements to police.

Oregon House Super Majority

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(Salem, OR) -- Democrats in the Oregon House have a super-majority heading into next year's Legislative session. The results of the 2024 General Election were certified. Lesly Munoz won a close race for District 22, which includes Salem, giving Democrats 36 of the 60 House seats. New House Speaker Julie Fahey says now that the election is over, they're ready to continue work in Salem to deliver on critical priorities.

Regal Theater Closes

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(Portland, OR) -- The Regal movie theater in Southeast Portland on Division Street has closed. It's the third Regal theater in Oregon to close in the last three years. The company didn't say why it closed the theater. The company's three other Portland locations remain open.

Assault Victim Dies Reporting Incident To Police

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(Newport, OR) -- The victim of an assault in Newport last Wednesday died while reporting it to police. Officers responded to a disturbance. The tenant, Jeffrey Sutton, told officers Mark Rodgers was at his house intoxicated and belligerent. He told him to leave when Rodgers started punching him in the head and body. While talking with officers, Sutton had trouble breathing. Medics attempted CPR, but Sutton died at the scene. Mark Rodgers was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.

Clark County Election Recounts

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(Vancouver, WA) -- The Washington Secretary of State is directing two recounts from the General Election in Clark County. A machine recount is required in the state Senate race in Legislative District 18. Democrat Adrian Cortes leads Republican Brad Benton by 172 votes. A manual recount was ordered for the Councilor District 4 race between Matt Little and Joe Zimmerman. Little leads by 49 votes.

Lane-Fournier Murder Suspect Pleads Not Guilty

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(Brightwood, OR) -- The suspect in the murder of Susan Lane-Fournier is pleading not guilty. Court records show 71-year-old Michel Fournier pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder during an arraignment hearing in court yesterday. He's Lane-Fournier's estranged husband. She was reported missing by her employer November 22nd. Her pickup was found near a trail and an extensive search turned up nothing. Her body was found a week later in the Welches area. Her two dogs were missing, and Multnomah County Sheriff's deputies later recovered two deceased dogs and turned them over to investigators in Clackamas County.

Salem Fatal Fire Arrest

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(Salem, OR) -- A California man is charged with the murder of a Salem man whose body was found in his apartment on Saturday. The Medical Examiner ruled 38-year-old Kristopher Stokes died from homicide. 45-year-old David James Damon Alexander was arrested on Sunday. He's being held without bail on charges of second-degree murder and third-degree burglary. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

NW Natural Discounts

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(Portland, OR) -- Northwest Natural has more than doubled the discount available for families with qualifying incomes. Previously, customers could save 40 percent and now that has increased to as much as 85 percent. Household incomes of nearly 18-thousand dollars get an 85 percent discount. The amount of the discount declines with income. A 15 percent discount is offered for families making up to nearly 71-thousand dollars. Northwest Natural has details on its website.

Dealer Who Sold Fatal Fentanyl Pills Sentenced

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(Portland, OR) -- A St. Paul man is headed to prison for more than six years for selling a deadly dose of fentanyl. Colby Jungwirth pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide charges in connection to the death of Christian Chase Robertson. In June of 2022, Robertson was found dead from acute fentanyl toxicity. After Jungwirth was arrested, he admitted to selling Roberson the fentanyl pills that killed him.

UPDATE: Albany Teachers Strike Ends, Again, After Tentative Deal

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(Albany, OR) -- Albany teachers are back to school today after another tentative agreement was reached. It's the second tentative agreement in as many days. The first was struck down early Monday morning, sending the Greater Albany Education Association and the district back to the bargaining table. Last night's new tentative agreement ends the strike that began three weeks ago today.

Teen Charged In Juvenile's Death During Portland Street Takeover

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(Portland, OR) -- An 18-year-old man is facing charges related to the rollover crash that killed a Portland teen Saturday night. Juan Raul Medina Dominguez is charged with negligent homicide and reckless driving. Those charges stem from an illegal street takeover Saturday night. Portland Police say Dominguez was doing donuts at North Marine Drive and Leadbetter Road when his juvenile passenger, who wasn't wearing a seatbelt, was ejected from the vehicle and killed.

Sexual Offender Sentenced To Nearly A Decade In Prison

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(Portland, OR) -- A man who sexually assaulted a woman while she slept is sentenced to eight years in prison. All of the charges the Washington County jury convicted 39-year-old David Hilton on constitute domestic violence. Now, he's required to register as a sex offender. While in custody at Washington County Jail, Hilton violated a protection order when he called the victim trying to convince her to drop the charges.

Homeless Woman Killed In Car Fire In Northeast Portland

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(Portland, OR) -- A woman is dead after a car fire in Northeast Portland. It happened early Monday morning, around 3 a.m., near Northeast Skidmore Street and 92nd Avenue. It's unclear how the fire started. Police say the 29-year-old woman who died was homeless.

Temps Near Freezing For First Time Since January Storm

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland is currently experiencing the coldest weather the city's seen since January's deadly arctic blast. Overnight last night, the low temp hit 27 degrees. The low temperature back on January 17th was 25 degrees when the city was covered in a layer of ice. Temps are expected near freezing over the next couple of nights, but then back to near 50 degrees by the weekend.

Teen Sentenced To Life In Beaverton Girl's 2022 Death

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(Portland, OR) -- Daniel Gore will spend the rest of his life behind bars for the murder of 13-year-old Milana Li from Beaverton. Gore, who was 16 at the time of the murder in 2022, was sentenced in Washington County court yesterday. On May 8th, 2022, Gore raped and killed Li in a wooded area in Westside Linear Park in Portland. It took a jury less than 90 minutes to convict Gore of all charges, including murder and rape.

Estranged Husband Charged With Wife's Murder Due In Court

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(Portland, OR) -- The arraignment of Michael Fournier is scheduled for today after being delayed yesterday. Fournier is charged with second-degree murder in the death of his estranged wife Susan Lane-Fournier. Her body was found in Welches over the weekend after she was reported missing more than a week before. Yesterday's delay was due to technical difficulties in the court.

Arctic Fox Found In Portland Diagnosed With Salmon Poisoning

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(Portland, OR) -- Luna the Arctic fox is receiving emergency medical care after being diagnosed with salmon poisoning. That word from the Ochsner Park Zoo where Luna was sent to live just a couple of weeks ago. Back in September, Luna was found abandoned in Portland and taken to the Bird Alliance of Oregon's wildlife rehabilitation hospital. While undersized and malnourished, the fox was otherwise in good health when she came to the local animal hospital.

Missing Woman, Dogs Found Dead, Husband Arrested

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(Multnomah County, OR) -- Two dead dogs are being linked to a missing Brightwood woman whose body was found over the weekend. Sixty-one-year-old Susan Lane-Fournier was reported missing with her Malinois-mix dogs back on November 22nd. Her body was found Friday in Clackamas County and her dogs were found in the Mount Hood National Forest on Saturday. Lane-Fournier's estranged husband, 71-year-old Michael Fournier, is charged with second-degree murder.

Man Injured After Explosion At Historic Oregon City Home

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(Oregon City, OR) -- Clackamas Fire is still investigating a weekend explosion at a home in Oregon City Sunday morning. Crews responded to the home on 7th Street around 8:30 yesterday morning. They say the explosion and subsequent fire originated in the basement of the home that was built in the 1890s. One man, who was outside the house at the time of the explosion, was injured.

Tentative Agreement Reached Between Albany Education Association And Teachers

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(Albany, OR) -- Albany schools are still closed today, but a tentative agreement to end the teachers strike has been reached. The Greater Albany Education Association says it will work with members to ratify that contract today. If that happens, it will be sent to the school board for final approval which would put kids back in the classroom tomorrow morning. Teachers have been striking for nearly three weeks, which marks the district's first teacher strike since 1987.

Driver, Passenger Killed In Portland Crash Identified As Brothers

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(Portland, OR) -- More information on the double-fatal crash in Southwest Portland that left a third person injured last Wednesday. The two men who were killed were brothers, according to police. Thirty-one-year-old Evan C. Hadlock was driving and his brother, 32-year-old David C. Hadlock and the third victim were passengers. Their vehicle collided with another vehicle at Southwest Barbur Boulevard and Terwilliger Boulevard. Investigators say Evan Hadlock was intoxicated at the time of the crash.

Man Who Punched Victim Who Died Now Charged With Murder

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(Portland, OR) -- A man who was assaulted last Wednesday night at a home in Newport is dead. Officers responded to a fight at a home at 207 Northwest 15th Street. The victim, Jeffrey Sutton, told police that 68-year-old Mark Rodgers was drunk and belligerent and began punching him. Sutton died later that night and now Rodgers is charged with second-degree murder and assault.

Shooting Outside Southeast Portland Bar Leaves One Injured

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(Portland, OR) -- One person is hospitalized after a shooting outside a Southeast Portland bar. It happened around 4 a.m. Saturday at the Tik Tok Bar and Restaurant at Southeast Division and 112th Avenue. The alleged shooter or shooters were gone by the time police arrived. The condition of the victim is unknown, but they are expected to survive.

Police Investigating Suspicious Death, Apartment Fire In Salem

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(Salem, OR) -- Police in Salem are investigating after a man's body was found inside an apartment that caught fire over the weekend. Fire crews responded to the apartment around 2:45 a.m. Saturday. Investigators say the cause of the 38-year-old man's death and the fire are both suspicious. No ID on the man nor any other information is available yet.

Teen Dead After North Portland Crash, Possible Street Takeover Event

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(Portland, OR) -- Investigators say a crash that killed a teenage boy in North Portland Saturday night may have been linked to an illegal street takeover. Around 10:30 p.m., a vehicle rolled over at North Marine and North Leadbetter, leaving the boy dead. The driver and other witnesses stayed at the scene, indicating to officers that the crash was part of a larger street takeover event. Saturday night's traffic fatality was the 65th in Portland this year and the fifth in the past ten days.

Car Mistakenly Crashes Into Bellevue Restaurant

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(Bellevue, OR) -- Two people are injured after a car crashed into a Bellevue restaurant Saturday. The storefront at the Boiling Point was almost completely destroyed after the accident. The driver of the vehicle told police they thought they were in reverse when they hit the gas and plowed through the front door. The two who were injured suffered only minor injuries.