Multiple Semis And Vehicles Crash On Highway 30

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(Portland, OR) -- Highway 30 is back open after several semis and vehicles were involved in a crash Tuesday morning. The accident happened south of the St. Johns Bridge in Portland. One tractor-trailer was on its side leaking a petroleum product. One person was hospitalized. The highway was closed for several hours for the cleanup. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Parents Involved In Child's Overdose Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- Two parents who pleaded guilty to allowing their three-year-old son to overdose on fentanyl have turned themselves in. De'Lone Kelley and Samantha Smith pleaded guilty to third-degree assault and first-degree criminal mistreatment. They missed a court appointment and were wanted by police. Their son is now five years old and needs round-the-clock care, because of injuries caused by the overdose. A date for their sentencing has not been set.

Portland-Area Humanitarian Organization Vows To Continue Work Despite Trump Cuts

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland-area humanitarian organization is vowing to continue its work despite cuts by the Trump administration. According to the non-profit Mercy Corps, 40 of its 62 federally funded humanitarian programs have been terminated. Nonprofit officials say this prevents life-saving aid from being sent to people in crisis zones around the world, including Gaza, Afghanistan, Sudan, Somalia and Iraq, among others. The organization plans to lobby Congress in an effort to restore the funding.

Portland Mayor, Police Chief Push Back Against Trump's Sanctuary City Order

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland's mayor is pushing back against the Trump administration's crackdown on sanctuary cities. Trump signed an executive order yesterday directing federal authorities to publish a list of sanctuary cities and empowering the Department of Justice to pursue action against cities that refuse to give up that status. In response, Mayor Keith Wilson said "Portland stands unwavering in its commitment to sanctuary policies." Meanwhile, the city's Police Chief Bob Day told KATU it's not the police department's role to participate in immigration enforcement. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement promising not to comply with the Trump administration's immigration enforcement efforts as well.

Portland Area Ranked Cleanest

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland area is ranked the cleanest in the country by Oxi Fresh. Their study examined several factors including population density, air and drinking water quality, problems with rodents and cockroaches, and litter or vandalism. Portland scored poorly on litter and vandalism but made up for it with air and drinking water quality. The Seattle area ranked second followed by Rochester, New York.

Police Investigating Shooting in Salem

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(Salem, OR) -- Police in Salem are investigating a shooting that happened late yesterday afternoon. No injuries have been reported but police say a person of interest is being held. Streets around the shooting scene were closed briefly during the initial investigation.

University of Oregon Researchers Warn Of Flooding From Possible Future Earthquake

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(Portland, OR) -- Researchers at the University of Oregon are warning that if a massive Cascadia earthquake strikes the state, it's not just the tremor that residents should be worried about. A study published in "Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences" predicts that such a quake could cause flooding over 100 miles inland. It warns that coastal lands could sink up to six-and-a-half feet. The study also predicted that rising sea levels as a result of climate change would only make a potential earthquake more dangerous.

Police Looking For Suspect In Beaverton Hit-And-Run

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(Beaverton, OR) -- Police are looking for the suspect in a hit-and-run in Beaverton Tuesday morning. The crash trapped one person inside a car on Highway 26. They were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The westbound lanes of the highway were closed for hours while police investigated. No description of the vehicle the suspect was driving has been released.

Construction Underway for New Hillsboro Hops Ballpark

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- Work is progressing on the Hillsboro Hops' new ballpark. KATU reports the new park will hold six-thousand fans for baseball and up to seven-thousand for concerts. The new facility will feature a wraparound concourse, beer garden and a food hall with several dining options. It's scheduled for completion by the end of the year.

Father Charged In Infants Death

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(Gladstone, OR) -- The father of a six-week-old child has been charged with the infant's murder. On April 20th, Gladstone Police were notified about the severely injured child that was admitted to a hospital and later died. Police arrested the child's father, 19-year-old Maliki Skutley. He was initially charged with Assault and when the child died, he was charged with Murder in the Second Degree.

Teen Killed In His Sleep

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(Gresham, OR) -- Gresham Police are working to identify a suspect in a shooting that killed a 13-year-old in his sleep. The shooting happened in an apartment and the bullets went through the wall hitting the boy. He died at a hospital. Another person was found a short distance away also suffering a gunshot wound. That person was hospitalized. Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez says those responsible will be held accountable.

Fatal Downtown Portland Shooting

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(Portland, OR) -- A man was killed in a shooting Sunday night in downtown Portland. Police officers responded to South Harbor Drive and Harrison Street where they found a man wounded from gunfire. He was taken to a hospital where he later died. The suspects fled the scene and police have not made an arrest.

Duplex Fire Displaces Nine People

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(Tualatin, OR) -- Explosions were heard during an early morning duplex fire in Tualatin on Monday. Multiple callers to 911 reported the explosions. Firefighters found heavy smoke from the garage and fire in the attic. Everyone evacuated the units. One person was treated at the scene for a minor injury. Investigators say the fire started outside and aerosol cans in the garage were exploding.

Fatal Gresham Shooting

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(Gresham, OR) -- Gresham Police are investigating a shooting early Sunday morning that killed one person and injured another. The shooting happened on Southwest 11th Avenue near Highland Drive. Officers found two people with serious gunshot wounds. They were both transported to a hospital. One person died at the hospital. The other victim is expected to survive. No arrests have been made and police haven't said what led to the shooting.

Invasive Mitten Crabs Found In Columbia River

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(Astoria, OR) -- A Chinese mitten crab was caught in the Lower Columbia River last week. The species is prohibited in Oregon and none have been confirmed in the Pacific Northwest until now. It was discovered by a commercial fisherman, who noticed the unusual looking crab. ODFW says he did the right thing bringing it to the state's attention. The single male crab could have been introduced by someone or via ballast water as larvae. Mitten crabs can cause significant infrastructure and ecological damage, and have done so in and around the San Francisco Bay.

DEQ Data Sold By Hackers

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is not commenting on reports that a ransomware group sold data it stole during a recent hacking attack. DEQ is still working to recover from the attack. New laptops were issued to employees who had been working on their cell phones. DEQ says it did not negotiate a ransom with the attacker. The data reportedly included information about employees. DEQ has not said whether it included information about the public from vehicle inspection stations.

Oregon Sues Trump Administration Over Education Funding

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's Attorney General is joining 19 states in a lawsuit against the Trump Administration over education funding. The U.S. Department of Education told school districts they could lose funding if they don't comply with new rules banning diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Attorney General Dan Rayfield says Trump's actions violate several federal laws. Oregon receives around 437-million dollars from the U-S Department of Education each year.

Pedestrian Killed In Crash

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(Tigard, OR) -- A pedestrian was killed in a crash Saturday evening in Tigard. Investigators say a minivan was westbound on Gaarde [[ GUARD'-ee ]] when a man was hit near Pacific Highway. Officers attempted CPR, but the man died at the scene. The driver stopped and cooperated with the investigation. Speed and impairment do not appear to be factors in the crash.

Burn Piles Start Brush Fires

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(Forest Grove, OR) -- Burn piles turned into brush fires Saturday in two separate incidents. In rural Washington County, near Forest Grove, a burn pile on private property spread onto land logged a year ago and replanted over the winter. The fire was stopped. The property owner with the burn pile was fined by the Oregon Department of Forestry. In Lebanon, an unmonitored burn pile turned into a one acre brush fire damaging a structure. The fire was contained and no injuries were reported. Firefighters say it's important to watch burn piles, so if the fire spreads it can be stopped.

City Of Portland Scammed Out Of $6.7 Million

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(Portland, OR) -- The City of Portland has been scammed out of six-point-seven-million dollars. The money came from the Bull Run Filtration Project. The funds were illicitly redirected through a New York law firm to an account in New York. The law firm says it was also scammed and is helping with the investigation. They money has been recovered and is being held by the U.S. Marshals Service. Local and federal law enforcement agencies are working on the investigation.

California Man Indicted For Cyberstalking Oregon Woman

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(Portland, OR) -- A Granite Bay, California man has been indicted for cyberstalking and harassing his ex-girlfriend over 12 years. 42-year-old Jason Campos is accused of posting sexually explicit images of the victim on social media and public forum websites. He created a fake email account to get her personal information from her attorney. After posting more sexually explicit images to a message board, he listed her contact information and asked people to print and post the photos in the victim's neighborhood. Campos has been charged with stalking, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft.

Death Investigation In Eliot Neighborhood

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police are investigating the death of a man in the Eliot Neighborhood. Sunday morning, officers responded to a report of a body found near the intersection of Flint Avenue and North Tillamook Street. The body was located on a grassy area next to I-5. The person's name will be released after the Medical Examiner determines the cause of death and relatives are notified.

Body Found In Cemetery

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(Veneta, OR) -- A person was found dead in a rural Lane County cemetery, Friday. Detectives and deputies responded to Gates Cemetery, south of Veneta, after the body was discovered. The Sheriff's Office has released no other details and is asking for tips from the public.

Manslaughter Hit And Run

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(Portland, OR) -- A driver who intentionally ran down and killed a pedestrian in Portland has been sentenced to over 17 years in prison. In 2022, Frederick Moore was in his pickup and ran over Vincent Timothy in a parking lot at Eastport Plaza, killing him. He also tried to run over a witness. Police located Moore's pickup and arrested him. He was found guilty by a jury of Manslaughter and Attempted Manslaughter. Moore was previously convicted of murder and had been released from prison in 2018. He never gave a reason for killing Timothy.

Oregon Election Registration Deadline

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(Portland, OR) -- The deadline for voters across Oregon to register for the May 20th Special District Election is tomorrow, Tuesday, April 29th. Voters will decide contests for local school districts, rural fire districts, education service districts and local ballot measures. New Oregon voters with a valid Oregon driver's license, driving permit, or ID can register at oregon votes dot gov.

TriMet Sets Cleaning Record

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(Portland, OR) -- TriMet has set cleaning records as it works to improve the quality of the transit system. They want it to be cleaner, safer and more reliable. Cleaners set records in 2024 in the number of times they pressure-washed stations, removed graffiti and cleared litter from the tracks. TriMet hired 15 additional cleaners. The transit agency says it's helping to increase ridership. TriMet expects to break even more records this year, as it aims to bring ridership back up to pre-pandemic levels.

Survey Finds Portlanders Would Cut Police First

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(Portland, OR) -- A survey for the City of Portland finds taxpayers would cut police services first to cover a 93-million-dollar budget deficit. DHM Research polled 600 Portlanders and asked whether they would approve or disapprove of cuts to four service areas. Police were first, then homeless services, parks and finally fire services. City Council members aren't considering cuts to police officers, but they might cut overtime shifts and other overtime funding.

Law Enforcement Mental Health Bill

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's House unanimously passed a bill to expand confidentiality protections for mental health services. Supporters say including peer support services will help firefighters, law enforcement officers and 9-1-1 dispatchers who seek trauma services. The bill is supported by several first responder groups, including the Oregon Fire Chiefs Association and Association Chiefs of Police. It now heads to the Senate.

Brown Pelican Deaths Investigation

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(Newport, OR) -- Oregon's Department of Fish and Wildlife is investigating several reports of sick and dead brown pelicans along the coast. Lab testing on two found in Newport were negative for bird flu. Other results are still pending. Brown pelicans breed in southern California and migrate north along Oregon's coast in the spring. Harmful algae blooms have sickened or killed pelicans and other wildlife in California, but it's unknown if domoic acid toxicity is responsible for the Oregon deaths. If you find a resting or dead pelican, ODFW urges you to leave it alone and keep dogs away.

Georgia Children Recovered In Oregon

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(Cave Junction, OR) -- Two children illegally taken by their mother from Georgia were found in southern Oregon this week. Police in Cherokee County Georgia say Haley Nelson fled the state with her two kids under the age of five. Rogue Area Drug Enforcement found Nelson in downtown Cave Junction. During her arrest, officers say they found a gun in plain view. She was with a man who is a convicted felon and not legally allowed to have guns. Both adults were taken to the Josephine County Jail. The two kids were unhurt and are now in state custody.

Wine Industry Remembers Bill Stoller

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(Dayton, OR) -- Oregon wine icon Bill Stoller has died. He was the founder of Stoller Wine Group. He was one of the visionaries that brought the wine industry to Oregon. The company released a statement saying Stoller took a 200-year view of innovation, sustainable viticulture, and community building. They say he was more than a remarkable entrepreneur, he was a generous mentor, a steadfast friend, and a passionate advocate for connecting people with opportunity. He died peacefully in his sleep Wednesday night.

Bill Regulates Drone Use Around First Responders

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(Salem, OR) -- Using a drone to intentionally interfere with first responders would be a Class C felony, under a bill passed by the Oregon House. Unintentional interference with police, firefighting or search and rescue operations would be a Class B Misdemeanor. Oregon's House unanimously approved the bill, sending it to the state Senate.

Domestic Assault Sentencing

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(Portland, OR) -- A Gresham man will be sentenced Monday to nearly six years in prison for a domestic violence incident witnessed by the victim's young daughter. Manuel Jesus Huchin-Interian pleaded guilty last week. The District Attorney says a ten-year-old girl called 911 in 2021 to report her parents were arguing and her dad had stabbed her mom. The girl then tried to stab the man herself, but said the knife was too dull, so she grabbed her siblings and locked themselves in another room. The victim was found unconscious with a deep cut in her neck. She later recovered from serious injuries. Huchin-Interian fled the state and was arrested in California last month.

Multnomah County Budget Battle

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(Portland, OR) -- There's a battle over budget cuts in Multnomah County. Chair Jessica Vega Pederson released her four-billion-dollar budget. There are cuts across the board, because revenue from the Supportive Housing Services tax brought in less revenue than expected. Vega Pederson moved nearly 30-million-dollars from the general fund to fill the gap. The District Attorney's budget was cut three percent, but DA Nathan Vasquez says it's actually five percent when one-time funds are included. The full county commission will hold public hearings before approving the budget.

Drug Take Back Day

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(Portland, OR) -- The DEA's national Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday. Several locations around Oregon will accept prescription medications you no longer need. The City of Portland's Safe Blocks Program and Portland Police will host a drug take back event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Precinct building. They will be collecting tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines. Syringes, sharps and illegal drugs aren't allowed. You can find other locations at DEA Take Back dot com.

ODOT Changes Curve Signs

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's Department of Transportation is updating curve warning signs. ODOT says evolving vehicle technology changes how they perform in corners and updated national standards all make it necessary to revisit Oregon's curve signs and advisory speeds. Some signs may no longer be needed while others might get bigger.

Oregon Sues Trump Administration Over Tariffs

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's Attorney General has filed a multi-state lawsuit to block President Trump's tariffs. The lawsuit claims the tariffs are illegal, because they were imposed without Congressional action. The Constitution only allows Congress to impose tariffs. Trump's executive orders cite the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, but that's only allowed when an emergency presents an unusual and extraordinary threat from abroad and does not give the President the power to impose tariffs.

Report: Intel Could Be Preparing Major Layoffs

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(Santa Clara, CA) -- Intel could be gearing up for massive layoffs, including in Oregon, according to a Bloomberg report. The chipmaker could be cutting 20 percent of its workforce soon, around 21-thousand workers. The company has seen revenue drop seven-percent year over year. Intel already laid off 15 thousand workers last August. Intel said it won't comment on rumors and speculation.

Step Daughter Sex Abuse Sentence

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(Portland, OR) -- A man convicted of sexually abusing his stepdaughter over multiple years, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison. A Multnomah County Judge convicted Zenn Vicknair following a bench trial. Prosecutors say the abuse started when the victim was just nine years old and continued after the family moved to Washington. The girl's mother learned of the abuse when the victim was 15, but the case was dropped when the girl learned Vicknair was suicidal, and she recanted her allegations. She reached out to law enforcement and had the case reopened in 2021, over concerns for her younger brother's welfare.

DMV Experiences Record-High Volumes

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon DMV offices are experiencing record-high volumes of customers because of the REAL ID deadline. Starting May 7th, people flying need to have REAL ID or a passport to get through TSA. DMV is asking customers to use their online site DMV2U or a DMV Express Kiosk. Those services include adding an emergency contact to a driver license, address change, or apply for a hardship license, among other things. If you need REAL ID to fly soon, schedule an appointment with DMV.

Hospital Visit Data

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(Portland, OR) -- A new report shows the average length of stay in an Oregon hospital emergency department was five hours last year. The Oregon Health Authority has released a new data dashboard that shows details about hospital patients. Medicaid was the top source of insurance for both hospital and emergency department care. The average hospital stay was five days longer for people who were discharged to a skilled nursing facility for more care. The primary reason people were treated at an ER was sepsis, a life-threatening blood infection.

Man Dies From Assault In Care Facility

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(Portland, OR) -- A man who was assaulted in a Portland care facility last month has died. Portland Police say the attack happened March 27th at a care facility on Northeast Prescott Street. Reynaldo Silva was arrested and charged for Assault. Galen Pixler died April 10th. The Medical Examiner determined Pixler's death was a homicide due to the assault. Silva may face additional charges in the case.

Man Dies From Assault In Care Facility

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(Portland, OR) -- A man who was assaulted in a Portland care facility last month has died. Portland Police say the attack happened March 27th at a care facility on Northeast Prescott Street. Reynaldo Silva was arrested and charged for Assault. Galen Pixler died April 10th. The Medical Examiner determined Pixler's death was a homicide due to the assault. Silva may face additional charges in the case.

Multnomah County Opens More Sobering Stations

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(Portland, OR) -- Multnomah County is expanding the capacity of sobering services at the Coordinated Care Pathway Center. Thirteen new sobering stations are now available. They offer people who receive recovery services a safe place to go while receiving care. The county will eventually have 50 stations when a permanent center is completed. The Coordinated Care Pathway Center also now offers round-the-clock service allowing police to bring deflection suspects in to start the process.

Four Sentenced For Assaulting Grocery Store Manager

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(Oregon City, OR) -- Four people have been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to robbing a grocery store and assaulting the manager. It happened at the Grocery Outlet on McLoughlin Boulevard. The suspects stole phone chargers, snacks and Red Bull energy drinks. Two suspects punched the manager in the chest while two others kicked him in the head and ribs. The four people were sentenced to between 13 and 48 months in prison.

ODOT Urges Drivers To Slow Down In Work Zones

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(Salem, OR) -- Highway construction season is here and ODOT is asking drivers to slow down in work zones. In 2023, Oregon had 584 work zone crashes, 572 injuries and 10 fatalities. There are many more near-collisions where highway workers were almost hit. ODOT is asking drivers to stay alert through work zones, drive the speed limit, avoid distractions, and, if possible, move over a lane to give crews more space. Fines double in work zones, even if workers are not present.

Wood Treatment Companies Fined

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(Eugene, OR) -- Two companies operating a Eugene wood treatment facility face one-and-a-half-million dollars in criminal fines for air pollution. Federal prosecutors say J-H Baxter and Company pleaded guilty to illegally treating hazardous waste and knowingly violating the clean air act. In addition to paying one-and-a-half-million dollars in fines, the company's president Georgia Baxter-Krouse, of Deschutes County, will serve 90 days in federal prison and one year of supervised release.

Merkley Interior Department Consolidation

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(Washington, DC) -- The U.S. Interior Department is consolidating, and Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley says it needs to be done through Congress. Merkley is the ranking member of the Appropriations Subcommittee for the Interior. Last week, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum signed an order to consolidate the agency's resources and services. Merkley says that needs to be done in collaboration with Congress, rather than to undermine the management of public lands.

Parents Guilty Of Child's Overdose Missing

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police are trying to find the parents of a young child who survived a fentanyl overdose in 2023 but suffered permanent brain damage. The boy was three-years-old when the overdose happened. He's currently in the guardianship of a DHS caretaker, and requires 24-hour medical care. De'Lone Kelley and Samantha Smith both pleaded guilty to assault and criminal mistreatment. They were supposed to turn themselves in earlier this month, but didn't. Police are asking anyone who knows them to contact Detectives.

Deputy Shoots Suspect Ramming Patrol Car

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(O'Brien, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into the police shooting of a wanted suspect in Josephine County. Oregon State Police say a Josephine County Sheriff's deputy shot and injured 33-year-old Clinten Robertson of Grants Pass yesterday. Police say the deputy was trying to pull Robertson over when Robertson evaded the deputy and used his vehicle to ram the deputy's vehicle. The deputy responded by shooting Robertson. He was taken to a hospital in Grants Pass for treatment. His condition hasn't been released. The deputy wasn't injured.

Oregon Regulators Shut Money Transmitter

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon regulators are shutting down a business that transmits money. The owner of La Popular, with locations in Hillsboro, Canby, Odell, Woodburn, and Beaverton, faces federal charges for money laundering. The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation says it's important to only use a licensed money transmitter when sending money domestically or internationally.

Wildfire Hazard Map Bill

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(Salem, OR) -- A bill to kill Oregon's controversial Wildfire Hazard Map has passed the state Senate. The map was created in 2021 with bipartisan support. It was supposed to identify high risk wildfire regions and then require building codes to increase safety. A law signed in 2023 prevented insurance companies from cancelling insurance to homeowners in high-risk areas. Problems were found with the map and legislators created this bill to scrap it. Another bill seeks to work with insurance companies to find ways property owners can maintain insurance coverage. The bill moves to the House.

Investigators Need Help Identifying Store Thieves

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(Beavercreek, OR) -- The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is asking for help identifying the suspects who burglarized the Beavercreek Store. On Sunday, the owners found two suspects inside of the store carrying away merchandise in bags. As they left, the suspects slashed the owner's arms with a knife. The injuries were non-life-threatening, and they were hospitalized. One suspect dropped a bag filled with stolen vapes, cigarettes, and accessories. Investigators are asking people in the area of the store to review surveillance video from Sunday night to see if they have photos of the suspects.

Trump Litigation Tracker

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's Attorney General has launched a new website tracking litigation against the Trump Administration. It shows the latest information on Oregon's efforts to block actions by the Trump Administration that threaten Constitutional rights and funding for health, education, and federal agencies. The webpage also includes a Social Security Issue Reporting Portal, a Federal Impact Reporting Portal, and a Federal Oversight Directory.

Gas Prices Move Down

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(Portland, OR) -- Gas prices are declining for the second week in a row during a time of the year when prices normally rise. Crude oil is at a four-year low and demand for gas is weak. Triple-A reports that the national average price declined a penny over the last week to three-17 a gallon. Oregon's average fell a nickel to three-93. Crude oil prices are starting to rise again and that could cause gas prices to increase.

USFS Hiring Firefighters

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(Portland, OR) -- The U.S. Forest Service is hiring permanent wildland firefighters for this season in Oregon and Washington. There's a wide variety of positions including handcrew members, hotshot crews, pilots, dispatchers, and equipment operators. Applications are being accepted through Thursday at the Forest Service Careers webpage and USA Jobs dot Gov.

State Senator Aaron Woods Dies

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon State Senator Aaron Woods has died following a battle against cancer. He was 75 years old. Woods joined the Senate in 2023, following a long career in the technology industry. He was an executive at Tektronix and Xerox. Senate President Rob Wagner issued a statement saying Woods had a deep heart for public service. Governor Tina Kotek called him thoughtful and principled. He's survived by his five adult children.

Police Seek Cat Shooting Suspect

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(Eugene, OR) -- Eugene Police are trying to find a suspect who shot a cat that was inside of a pet carrier. The incident happened Saturday afternoon. Witnesses heard gunfire and saw a man running down a hill and driving away. The injured cat was euthanized. The suspect is described as a Hispanic man in his 20s, six-feet-tall with a shaved head and a ponytail. He was driving a dark colored Acura sedan.

DOGE Complaints Spike

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(Salem, OR) -- Complaints about the Department of Government Efficiency have spiked in Oregon. During the first three months of the year, the Oregon Attorney General's Office reports more than 250 complaints were made about DOGE and concerns that personal information would be mishandled. Attorney General Dan Rayfield says Oregon is part of a lawsuit that was successful in blocking DOGE from accessing the Treasury Department information.

Port Of Portland Cuts DEI

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(Portland, OR) -- The Board of Commissioners for the Port of Portland has voted 8 to 1 to eliminate its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. It's in response to executive orders signed by President Trump. The Port of Portland and Portland International Airport are heavily dependent on federal contracts. The board heard comments from around 70 people, most of whom opposed the decision. Governor Tina Kotek says they didn't have a lot of choice but says she believes it's important to stand firm on the state's policies.

Oregon Files Lawsuit Against Coinbase

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon has filed a lawsuit against cryptocurrency trading platform Coinbase. The suit alleges the company allows trade of high-risk, unregistered cryptocurrencies. In one case, a cryptocurrency called ICP went from 700 dollars to 72 dollars in a month. The Oregon Attorney General's Office says the federal government is dropping these investigations, because of budget cuts and states will now have to cover the cases.

High Speed Crash Sends Vehicle Flying

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(Vancouver, WA) -- A high-speed crash sent a car flying Saturday morning in Vancouver. Police say the driver of a Subaru Impreza was northbound on Northeast 164th Avenue when he lost control, skidded sideways for 200 feet, hit a center curb median and went airborne. The Impreza landed on top of a Honda Civic coming from the other direction and also hit a Subaru Forester. The driver of the Impreza is hospitalized with serious injuries. The driver of the Forester suffered multiple fractures and remains hospitalized. The driver of the Honda suffered minor injuries. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.

First Time Home Buyers

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's down payment assistance program helped 269 families buy their first home last year. The program distributed nearly 10-million-dollars, with an average of 28-thousand-dollars per homebuyer across Oregon. The cost of the average home was 339-thousand-dollars. One-hundred-50 of the homebuyers were identified as first-generation and 55 percent were people of color. Since 2011, the Home Ownership Assistance Program has helped over 15-hundred households.

Teen E-Bike Rider Injured In Crash

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(Albany, OR) -- A 13-year-old boy riding an e-bike was injured in a crash Friday morning in Albany. Police say the boy rode through an intersection against the traffic signal and was dragged under a pickup. The boy was wearing a full-face helmet which police say likely saved his life. He was hospitalized in stable condition. The driver remained at the scene.

One Injured In Highway 26 Crash

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(Rhododendron, OR) -- One person was flown on Life Flight to a hospital following a crash Friday morning that closed Highway 26. A semi carrying a load of hay collided with an SUV east of Rhododendron. The semi lost its load, and the highway was closed for several hours. Oregon State Police are investigating the cause of the crash.

TriMet Facing Cuts Under Proposed Transportation Budget

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(Portland, OR) -- TriMet says it faces large service cuts under the transportation package being considered in the Oregon Legislature. The employee payroll tax that helps fund service would only increase eight-hundredths of a percent. TriMet and the Oregon Transit Association say a phased in four-tenths of a percent increase is needed. Without the increase 51 of 78 bus lines would be eliminated by 2031.

Three Indicted In Hood River Man's Death

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(Hood River, OR) -- A Hood River County grand jury has indicted three people in the death of 38-year-old Steven Hayes. On April 11th, Jonathon Matthews, William Hardy Jr., and Elizabeth Bowman are accused of stealing a pickup from a sanitation company in The Dalles. They drove to Hood River and were stealing a bike from Hayes' pickup when he ran out of his house to stop them. He was dragged by their truck and run over. The suspects later painted the bike and the truck's logo. They're indicted for murder, robbery, and theft of a vehicle.

Warmer And Drier Weather Predicted For Northwest

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(Portland, OR) -- Warmer and drier weather could be on the way for the next few months. The Climate Prediction Center issued a forecast that shows Oregon, Idaho, Nevada and eastern California could have warmer than normal temperatures from May through July. Precipitation for those regions is expected to be below normal. The El Niño and La Niña conditions should be neutral.

Police Prevent Large-Scale Street Takeover Events

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police stopped most street takeover events that were planned Saturday night. Drivers from across the region were expected to show up. 37 traffic stops were made and six drivers tried to elude police. There was one pursuit. Seven people were arrested, and 32 traffic citations were written. Nine vehicles were towed, and one is being seized under the forfeiture law. Four guns were seized. Charges include reckless driving, attempt to elude and felon in possession of a firearm.

UCC Coach And Player Killed In Crash

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(Roseburg, OR) -- A softball coach and player from Umpqua Community College were killed in a crash Friday returning from a game in Coos Bay. Oregon State Police say coach Jami Strinz was driving the team in a van on Highway 42 when a pickup crossed the center line and hit the van. 19-year-old Kiley Jones, of Nampa, Idaho died at the scene. Strinz died at a hospital. The driver of the pickup, 32-year-old Johnathon Dowdy, of Coos Bay, was hospitalized. The other eight players suffered moderate to serious injuries. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.

Rapist Convicted Again After 30 Years

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland rapist who could have been released from prison later this year has been convicted again, 30 years after his crime. James Jackson had to be retried, because the original jury verdict wasn't unanimous. A U.S. Supreme Court decision now requires unanimous verdicts. In 1995, Amy Countryman was 18 years old when she met Jackson at Pioneer Courthouse Square. She testified that he seemed nice and took her to a playground, threatened her with a gun and raped her. Prosecutors say the verdict is a testament to the victim's strength and courage to return to court 30 years later to confront her attacker.

OR Residents Protest Trump In 'Hands Off!' Rallies

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(Portland, OR) -- Thousands of Oregonians continue to speak out against actions taken by the Trump Administration so far this year. Protesters gathered at rallies across the state on Saturday to take part in round two of the "Hands Off! National Day of Action." Rallies were held at Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland as well as in Bend, Corvallis, Klamath Falls and elsewhere. Protesters carried signs addressing issues from Elon Musk's role in the government to illegal deportations and trans rights. Groups held similar protests across the country over the weekend.

Algae Dog Death Warnings

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority will start issuing warnings about dogs that have gotten sick or died, because they drank water from a river or lake that might be contaminated with toxic algae blooms. They often receive reports from veterinarians about dog illnesses related to water, but the cause isn't immediately known. Testing for the toxic algae can take two weeks. The notifications about dogs are expected to give earlier warnings about the potentially dangerous toxic algae blooms.

Kotek Changes Public Defender Commissioner Leadership

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(Salem, OR) -- Governor Tina Kotek has changed leadership of the Oregon Public Defense Commission. Kotek says it's unacceptable that more than four-thousand defendants in Oregon don't have assigned attorneys. The governor appointed Oregon Criminal Justice Commission executive director Ken Sanchagrin to replace Jessica Kampfe. Kotek says she set a deadline of June 1st to receive a timeline for when the public defender crisis in Oregon would be resolved. She wants a plan for the six counties where the problem is the worst.

Missing Kayaker Identified

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(Oregon City, OR) -- The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office has released the name of a kayaker who went missing after going over Willamette Falls. 20-year-old Marcelus Angelo Rodriguez, of Porterville, California, was staying with family on vacation at a houseboat upriver and took the kayak out at night. His family said he might not have known about the falls. They released a statement saying they're devastated by his death, and they caution anyone on the river to wear a life jacket and be aware of their surroundings.

Multnomah County Launches Veterans Court

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(Portland, OR) -- Multnomah County now has a court specifically to hear cases involving veterans. The Multnomah County Veterans Treatment Court is designed to support justice-involved veterans through treatment, accountability, and community support. It's taken two years to develop. Air Force veteran Judge Christopher Ramras will preside over the court. The court's philosophy is to address the root causes of criminal behavior among qualifying veterans that could include untreated trauma, substance use disorders, and mental health challenges.

Cougar Cubs Venture Out At Oregon Zoo

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(Portland, OR) -- Two orphaned cougar cubs found in Washington state have made their public debut at the Oregon Zoo. "Link" and "Nova" are brother and sister. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife determined they were alone and couldn't survive on their own. They're growing and were allowed to venture out into their outdoor exhibit. Link is larger, but Nova is more curious.

Cold Case Conviction

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- A Washington County jury has convicted Robert Atrops in the 1988 killing of his estranged wife. Deborah Atrops was reported missing after failing to pick up their eight-month-old daughter. Her body was found in the trunk of her abandoned car in Beaverton. The prosecution argued that Robert killed Deborah out of jealousy over her relationship with John Pearson. Atrops' sentencing is scheduled for May 20th.

Interstate Bridge Tolls Could Reach $20

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(Portland, OR) -- A civil engineering and business expert who represents opponents of the Interstate Bridge Project says tolls could reach 20 dollars a crossing, because of rising costs. Bob Ortblad, a retired civil engineer, says the project that's currently estimated to cost six-and-a-half-billion-dollars could reach nine-point-four-billion-dollars. He doesn't think the project will qualify for a one-billion-dollar Federal Transit Administration grant, because of low light rail ridership expectations. The group Neighbors for a Better Crossing want a tunnel instead of a bridge.

Romanian National Sentenced For Bank Fraud

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(Portland, OR) -- A Romanian national has been sentenced to federal prison for an ATM skimming operation in Oregon and Maine. Federal prosecutors say Florin Ionita would install card skimmers on ATMs and then use the account numbers and PINs to access customer accounts. He stole over 176-thousand dollars. He was sentenced to over four years in prison and must repay the money he stole.

Pika Volunteers Needed By Oregon Zoo

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Zoo needs volunteers to help find a rare animal in the Columbia River Gorge. Pikas [[ PIKE'-uhz ]] are normally found at high elevations, but there's a population that live in the Gorge. They're small animals that look like a large mouse with a distinctive call that sounds like a squeak-toy. On May 8th, 9th, and 10th the zoo is offering training on how to spot them and record the location. This year they'll be searching for Pika in the eastern part of the Gorge. The Zoo's website has details on how to take part.

Government Accountability Hotline Report

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(Salem, OR) -- Twelve-thousand-dollars in questioned costs about state government were identified through reports to the Oregon Government Accountability Hotline last year. In its annual report, the Oregon Secretary of State's Office says 200 tips were received. They included fraud, theft or ethics violations; complaints about business practices; and reports that were determined to be unrelated to state resources. The Elections Division investigated six complaints about election systems or voter fraud.

Multnomah County Homeless Dashboard

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(Portland, OR) -- Multnomah County has a new way to follow the homeless crisis. Once a month, an online dashboard is being updated. It shows the total number of homeless people, the number of people receiving rent assistance and how many people enter and leave homelessness each month. In January, more than 14-thousand people were homeless, 75-hundred people were in housing, 57-hundred people received rent assistance and 36-hundred people were living in shelters. The numbers show homelessness is up 26 percent.

OLCC Starts Warehouse Construction

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(Canby, OR) -- A groundbreaking ceremony was held Wednesday for the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission warehouse in Canby. It'll replace the 1950s-era warehouse in Milwaukie that is at capacity. The new 347-thousand square foot distribution center will be used specifically for distilled spirits. Construction is expected to be complete by June of 2026 and fully operational the following August.

Deadly Virus To Rabbits Found In Douglas County

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(Douglas County, OR) -- A deadly disease to rabbits has been found in Western Oregon for the first time. The Oregon Department of Agriculture says it was previously detected in wild rabbit populations in Central and Eastern Oregon. Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease is not a threat to people. It quickly kills rabbits. The virus was found in a privately owned colony of rabbits. It was first spotted by a veterinarian who contacted the Department of Agriculture. Most of the colony has died. The remaining rabbits are quarantined.

Police Arrest Threatening Suspect

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police have arrested a man who pepper sprayed an officer and threatened other officers with a knife on Monday. Video showed restaurant customers run for safety when the armed man ran toward them. Police let the man go on Monday to de-escalate the situation. On Wednesday, police found the man in a tent in Northwest Portland and surrounded him with their vehicles. Negotiators tried talking with the man. Eventually, chemical agents were used, and the man was taken into custody uninjured.

Wyden Critical Of Trump Plan To End Direct File

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is slamming the Trump administration's plans to eliminate the IRS's free tax filing option. Wyden says the new Direct File system has saved taxpayers millions of dollars in fees in the year it's been available. The IRS's Direct File system was developed during President Biden's term to help save taxpayers money.

Fatal Three Car Crash

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(Aloha, OR) -- A driver was killed in a head-on crash Wednesday morning in Aloha. The Washington County Sheriff's Office says 62-year-old Rene Jones, of Forest Grove, was driving westbound on Farmington Road when he crossed the center line and hit a Nissan. Jones was killed in the crash. The driver of the Nissan was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. People in a third vehicle that was involved in the crash weren't hurt.

82nd Avenue MAX Station Renovation

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(Portland, OR) -- TriMet has started a major renovation of the 82nd Avenue MAX Station. A temporary station has been built to reduce the impact on passengers. The main station needs to be closed for the construction work. There will be no disruption to MAX Blue, Green or Red Line service during the first phase of the project. The project will resurface the concrete, add a shelter, improve lighting and remove a mobility-lift device that hasn't worked since the mid-1990s. The work will be finished later this summer.

Capitol Auto Group United Way Donation

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(Salem, OR) -- Employees at Salem's Capitol Auto Group raised 435-thousand-dollars for the United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley. Fundraising included a superhero relay, kryptonite jello eating, Hulk smash and splash, and an ice bath hero rescue. Out of 443 employees, 82 percent helped raise money. 108 employees contributed over 22-hundred dollars. It was the largest fundraising campaign by a private company for the Mid-Willamette Valley United Way.

Oregon's Unemployment Rate Increases

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's unemployment rate has been steadily increasing over the last year. In March 2024, the unemployment rate was four-point-one percent. Last month, the unemployment rate was four-point-six percent. That's the highest since August 2021. Health care added 46-hundred jobs, which was primarily due to the resolution of the Providence nurses' strike. Professional and business services added a thousand jobs.

Transit Center Sexual Assault Suspect Guilty

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- A Washington County jury has found a man guilty for sexually assaulting a woman multiple times at the Hillsboro Transit Center. The 63-year-old woman had a reaction from medication and alcohol that caused her to pass out at the Transit Center. Surveillance video showed Eduardo Madrid-Roque sexually assault the victim several times over 30 minutes. DNA confirmed he was the attacker. Madrid-Roque was found guilty on nine sexual assault counts.

Oregon House Passes Cell Phone School Bill

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon House has passed a bill that would require all school districts in the state to create cell phone policies. School boards would have to create policies for cell phone use by students that have consequences if the policy is violated. Some Republicans were critical of additional regulations on school boards, but there was bipartisan support in passing the bill to the Senate.

Sex Assault Kit Leads To Conviction

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(Portland, OR) -- A rape kit has helped bring a conviction in a Portland cold case. In 2015, Daniel Cassinelli was working as a loss prevention officer for a Portland Rite Aid. He caught a person shoplifting and took her to his basement office where she was raped. The case went cold, but through the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative, Cassinelli was identified as the suspect. During trial, other evidence was presented leading to his conviction. Cassinelli will be sentenced to at least eight years in prison in July.

Driver Sentenced For Fatal DUI Crash

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(Portland, OR) -- A woman who killed another driver in a DUI crash has been sentenced to prison. In 2024, Maria Moncada was driving over 100 miles an hour on Northeast Marine Drive when she lost control and hit a car stopped on the side of the road. The driver of the car that was hit, Beth Heyn, died in the crash. Moncada had a blood alcohol in the triple digits. Under a plea deal she was sentenced to six years in prison.

VFW Fraud Guilty Plea

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(Portland, OR) -- A Dayton woman pleaded guilty Tuesday of defrauding the Department of Oregon Veterans of Foreign Wars. Federal prosecutors say Cheryl Campos misused her position as Quartermaster of the VFW to access bank accounts and illegally transfer almost two-million-dollars to her own accounts. She used the money to buy hundreds of crystals, semi-precious rocks, marbles, stones and statues along with a vehicle for a family member and other personal expenses. Campos has agreed to pay restitution in full to the VFW. She'll be sentenced in July.

Eastern Bunny Express Plans Three Trips

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Rail Heritage Museum will make three trips with the Easter Bunny Express on Saturday April 19th. The steam engine Polson Number Two will make the 45 minute trips starting at 1 p.m. Kids can take selfies with the Easter Bunny. You can buy tickets online.

Oregon Man Dies Hiking Manitou Springs Incline

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(Manitou Springs, CO) -- A 64-year-old Oregon man is dead after trying to hike a popular mountain trail in Colorado. City officials say emergency crews responded to a 911 call yesterday morning about a man in medical distress on the Manitou Springs Incline. The challenging trail features nearly a mile of steep incline up a series of stairs carved into the east slope of the Rocky Mountain. The man was unresponsive when EMS crews arrived, and he was pronounced dead later.

AI Generated Porn Bill Passes Oregon House

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(Salem, OR) -- A bill to ban pornographic photos of people created by artificial intelligence unanimously passed the Oregon House on Tuesday. It's an update to the revenge porn bill that was passed in 2015. Supporters of the bill say AI can take an image of a person's face and create a pornographic image. The first offense would be a misdemeanor, and the second offense is a felony. The bill moves to the Oregon Senate.

Gas Prices Fall With Crude Oil Prices

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(Portland, OR) -- After a price spike a week ago, gas prices across the country are falling. Triple-A reports the national average for regular loses seven cents to 3-dollars 17-cents a gallon. The Oregon average slips two cents to 3-dollars 98-cents. The price of crude oil has dropped to around 60 dollars a barrel.

Oregon Minimum Wage To Increase 2.4%

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's minimum wage will increase two-point-four percent on July 1st. The increase is based on the Consumer Price Index over the past year. Oregon has three minimum wage rates. The rate in the Portland region will increase to 16-dollars 30-cents an hour, the Standard rate increases to 15-dollars 5-cents and the Non-Urban rate increases to 14-dollars 5-cents.

Wanted Suspect Arrested At Vacant House

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(Milwaukie, OR) -- A Portland man with a warrant from Washington state was arrested Friday near Milwaukie. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office says a caller to 911 reported a person in a house that was supposed to be vacant. The man was identified as 38-year-old Taylor Martello and he refused to come out of the house. A negotiator got him to surrender peacefully, and Martello was taken into custody without incident.

Oregon Youth Smoking Decline Continues

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(Portland, OR) -- Fewer youth were smoking in Oregon last year. The Oregon Health Authority released its annual report that shows youth smoking declined 12 percent from 2022 through last year. Around 14 percent of minors smoke. In 2021, the Legislature created the Tobacco Retail License Program to make sure retailers are following sales laws and not selling to minors.

Community Steps Up To Help Hillsdale Farmers' Market

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(Portland, OR) -- The community is stepping up to help the Hillsdale Farmers' Market recover from the theft of their truck. It happened three weeks ago, and the truck was filled with items used to set up the market. The truck was recovered, but heavily damaged. Equipment was stolen. Fundraising has brought in 90 percent of their 15-thousand-dollar goal. Other Portland area farmers' markets and businesses have donated many of the items needed to keep the market operating in the short- and long-term.

Kayaker Missing After Going Over Falls

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(Oregon City, OR) -- A kayaker remains missing after going over Willamette Falls in Oregon City, late Saturday night. Witnesses say the man appeared in distress before going over the falls in a blue hard-shell kayak. He did not resurface. Multiple agencies responded to search by ground, water and air, including a Coast Guard helicopter which located the kayak Sunday morning. But the man has not been found.

Manilow Adds Portland Concert

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(Portland, OR) -- Barry Manilow has announced his Last Concert tour and he's added Portland to the list of cities. He starts in Spokane on July 11th. He'll perform in Portland at the Moda Center on July 16th. Manilow is a Grammy, Tony and Emmy award winning artist. Tickets are on sale now.

Fora Health To Provide Clackamas County Recovery Center Services

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(Oregon City, OR) -- The Clackamas County Board of Commissioners has chosen Fora Health to provide services at its recovery center campus. Last October, the Board approved the purchase of the former Clackamas Elementary School property for the site of the recovery center. Fora Health will provide withdrawal management, residential care, outpatient services, and care coordination combined with transitional housing on the site.

Rabid Foxes Attacking People And Pets

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(Grants Pass, OR) -- Potentially rabid foxes are blamed for a number of attacks on people and pets in Josephine County. Deputies have responded to eight calls in as many weeks. Four people were advised to seek immediate medical attention. Five foxes were sent for testing and were recently confirmed as positive for rabies. The other three animals were not recovered. Josephine County officials remind everyone to be vigilant and keep people and pets away from wildlife. Foxes are nocturnal and sightings during the day should be considered abnormal.

Medicaid Renewals Completed Following Pandemic

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority has completed the review of nearly one-and-a-half million people to determine whether they can receive Medicaid following the pandemic. During the pandemic, Medicaid reviews were frozen. After the pandemic, everyone receiving Medicaid had to be reviewed to determine whether they could continue receiving health coverage. More than 80 percent of people maintained full or partial coverage. Oregon has one of the highest renewal rates in the country.

Four UO International Students Could Lose Visas

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(Eugene, OR) -- Four international students at the University of Oregon could be losing their visas. One student had their visa revoked in late March and three more students are under investigation. The Department of Homeland Security says they're under investigation for criminal charges, but the details of the investigation haven't been released. The U of O has nearly 800 students with an F-1 visa. If the students lose their visa, they have 15 days to find a legal pathway to remain in the country, or they have to leave.

Man Sentenced For Kidnapping

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(Eugene, OR) -- A Lane County man has been sentenced to over six years in prison for kidnapping a sleeping woman from a car at a rest stop. The victim was sleeping in the passenger seat while her husband was using the restroom. Donald Johnson jumped into the driver's seat and took off. The victim's husband jumped through an open window and put Johnson in a chokehold, forcing him to stop the car. Johnson was on probation for DUII at the time of the kidnapping.

U.S. Cellular Job Cuts

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(Salem, OR) -- U.S. Cellular is laying off around 41-hundred employees nationwide, as part of its planned sale to T-Mobile. That includes the closure of ten Oregon retail stores. Just over 100 Oregon employees are expected to lose their jobs at stores in Bend, Coos Bay, Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Medford, Roseburg, Hermiston and The Dalles. Layoffs begin in early June, according to a notice sent to Oregon officials.

Suspect Arrested For Assault On Sleeping Woman

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police have arrested a suspect who's accused of breaking into an apartment and assaulting a sleeping woman. Officers were looking for a man who was climbing fences and balconies in Southeast Portland. Several hours later, police responded to a burglary near Southeast 30th and Schiller. The suspect broke into an apartment and attacked a woman who was sleeping. Another person in the apartment chased the man out. Police located the suspect, identified as 39-year-old Michael Lynn Moore Jr., and took the man into custody. The victim was treated at a hospital.

Names Released In Cornelius Deaths

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(Cornelius, OR) -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office is releasing the names of a mother and her three children who were found dead Tuesday afternoon in their home. The mother was 37-year-old Hong Phuong Le. The children were two-year-old Viena Mai Dam, five-year-old Ha Ngan Dam, and seven-year-old Thanh Tien Dam. The two older children attended Cornelius Elementary School which is next to the house. Investigators haven't said how they died, but there doesn't appear to be a risk to the public.

Harney County Flooding Update

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(Burns, OR) -- Evacuation levels in Harney County stay unchanged as the Silvies River will remain at minor flood stage due to warm temperatures melting the snowpack. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed work reinforcing a dike with large permeable rock. They say some water will flow through the dike, but the heavy rock is expected to hold most of the water back. Cleanup work is underway in Burns and at the Burns Paiute Tribe. Public health officials continue to warn about health risks in flood water. The drinking water is safe.

Oregon Sues Over Federal Funding Cut

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon is joining 16 states in a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education for cutting grants that were already issued. The lawsuit argues the funding cut violates the Administrative Procedure Act, because it reversed the agency's prior decision to allow funding through March 2026. The lawsuit says the states will be left with budget deficits, because of the federal government's action.

Junction City Man Gets 17 Years for Distributing Child Porn

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(Junction City, OR) -- A 59-year-old man has been sentenced to more than 17 years in federal prison for repeatedly sharing child porn online. Prosecutors say Christopher Lyn Sparks used several social media platforms to distribute explicit material despite prior convictions in 2006 and 2013. He pleaded guilty in December and will remain under lifetime supervision after release. Authorities say Sparks also contacted an undercover agent while offering to trade illicit content.

Oregon to Receive $4 Million in Opioid Settlement with Mylan

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon will receive over four-million dollars from a multi-state settlement with drugmaker Mylan, now known as Viatris. Officials say the company falsely claimed its opioids were less addictive, contributing to overprescribing and illegal use. The money will fund local addiction prevention and treatment programs. Mylan is paying 335-million dollars total to 15 states.

Cyberattack Shuts Down Oregon DEQ Systems, Vehicle Inspection Stations Closed

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is dealing with a cyberattack that has forced the agency to shut down its network systems through the end of the week. As a result, all vehicle inspection stations will be closed Thursday and Friday. Enterprise Information Services and Microsoft cybersecurity teams are working to contain the attack. Officials say the agency's environmental data system remains unaffected.

Mother and Three Children Found Dead in Cornelius Home

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(Cornelius, OR) -- A mother and her three young children were found dead this week in their Cornelius home, prompting an investigation by the Washington County Sheriff's Office. The children, ages 7, 5, and 2, attended nearby Cornelius Elementary, which is now offering grief support. Neighbors say the family appeared happy and the tragedy has left the community in shock.

Tariffs Squeeze Portland Toy Stores as Import Costs Rise

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(Portland, OR) -- Toy store owners in the Portland area say new tariffs are already hurting business. Merci Milo in Southeast Portland has lost six international vendors now shipping directly to consumers. Rogue Toys in Happy Valley may drop new imported items after learning a 20-thousand dollar shipment could face 25-thousand dollars in tariffs. Both stores say U.S.-made toys are hard to find and fear the rising costs may force them to close.

Man Arrested for Breaking Into Portland Apartment, Assaulting Sleeping Woman

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(Portland, OR) -- A man is in custody after allegedly breaking into a Southeast Portland apartment and sexually assaulting a woman while she slept. Police say 39-year-old Michael Lynn Moore Jr. was arrested early Wednesday near Southeast 30th Avenue with help from a drone and K9 unit. The victim was treated at a hospital and later released. Moore faces multiple charges, including burglary and unlawful sexual penetration.

Oregon Lawmakers Move to Scrap Wildfire

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Hazard Map (Salem, OR) -- Oregon lawmakers are on track to repeal the state's wildfire hazard map after a Senate committee unanimously approved Senate Bill 83. The map, created after the 2020 wildfires, has faced criticism for being too broad and leading to potential fines and restrictions for homeowners in high-risk zones. Lawmakers from both parties say the map caused confusion and didn't accurately reflect local wildfire dangers. The repeal bill now heads to the Senate floor and is expected to pass through both chambers before reaching Governor Tina Kotek.

Flashover Injures Firefighter During Southeast Portland House Fire

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(Portland, OR) -- A firefighter suffered a minor ear burn during a flashover while battling a house fire in the Foster-Powell neighborhood on Wednesday. Crews were inside the heavily cluttered home on Southeast 65th Avenue when the front room suddenly ignited. Firefighters quickly withdrew and brought the blaze under control. No one else was injured, and the home was unoccupied at the time. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Audit Finds Preschool for All May Miss 2030 Goal

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(Portland, OR) -- An audit warns Multnomah County's Preschool for All program may fall short of providing universal preschool access by 2030. Officials say not enough preschools are joining, with only 11-percent of eligible sites participating. The program has expanded access for low-income and BIPOC families but needs thousands more seats. Auditors offered 16 recommendations to help the county reach its goal.

Suspect Who Killed Mental Health Care Worker Sentenced

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(Portland, OR) -- A former patient at the Cascadia Health facility in Portland who killed an employee has been found Guilty Except for Insanity. Haley Rogers was working alone on a night shift when James Smith stabbed her to death. She was found by co-workers the next morning. Smith was sentenced to the Oregon State Hospital. Cascadia Health made several changes to operating procedures following the killing.

Portland ADA Compliance Report

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland Bureau of Transportation continues work to meet requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. In 2024, PBOT added audible pedestrian signals at 50 intersections, including 11 intersections in response to the needs of specific users. They investigated more than 11-hundred sidewalk reports and inspected over 13-hundred properties.

Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced To Prison

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(Portland, OR) -- A fentanyl trafficker who was selling drugs to a woman who died from an apparent overdose has been sentenced to prison. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office investigated the woman's death. She was getting fentanyl from multiple sources, including a dealer identified as "Puma Fetty." They arranged a buy and arrested 20-year-old Axcel Medina-Martinez, of Gresham. He had 117 grams of fentanyl powder in his car along with a scale. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to a year-and-a-half in prison.

Child Sex Abuse Suspect Arrested

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(Albany, OR) -- A social media personality helped the Linn County Sheriff's Office arrest a suspect who's accused of trying to lure a minor. The so-called "cyber-vigilantes" lure the suspect into thinking they're talking to a minor. It's similar to a sting performed by police, but the social media personalities often don't follow legal investigative techniques and can damage the case. When the social media person wouldn't fully cooperate, detectives had to use other methods to investigate and develop evidence to charge 57-year-old Burl Hilburn.

Lion Cataracts Removed

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(Winston, OR) -- Two lions at the Wildlife Safari in southern Oregon can see better thanks to a Medford doctor. The lions had cataracts and Dr. Cassandra Bliss specializes in animal eye surgery. She assembled a unique team from across the country to operate on Serafina and Mtai. They used equipment designed across the globe to replace cloudy cataracts with artificial lenses.

Coroner Identifies Body As Missing 16-year-old

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(Vancouver, WA) -- The Cowlitz County Coroner has identified a body found in the Columbia River near Puget Island as a teenager who went missing from Vancouver last September. Sixteen-year-old Tristan Huang was last seen four miles from his home. His body was found by a boater and recovered by the Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office and turned over the Cowlitz County coroner for identification.

Child Sex Abuse Suspect Sentenced

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(Portland, OR) -- A Gladstone man who kidnapped and sexually abused a child from Canada has been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison. Prosecutors say 43-year-old Noah Madrano met the victim on a music creation platform in 2021. After more than a year of exploitation, he traveled to Canada and met the child several times, in some cases, recording his abuse. In July 2022, he hid the victim in his trunk and drove back to Oregon. The FBI and Oregon City Police raided a hotel room the following day and rescued the child, arresting Madrano.

REAL ID Deadline Approaching

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(Salem, OR) -- In less than a month, a standard driver's license will no longer get you through airport security. May 7th is the day when a REAL ID driver's license will be required. If you have a passport, or other federally accepted identification, you can use that to fly and there's no rush to get REAL ID. If you get to the airport and don't have acceptable identification, there's a long process you go through for approval to fly. Oregon DMV is taking reservations for REAL ID applications. It takes two to three weeks for the new license to arrive.

Small Jet Crashes Off Runway Into Water

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(North Bend, OR) -- Five people are recovering from minor injuries after a small jet crashed off the runway in North Bend and into water. The incident happened just before 6:30 Monday morning. Four passengers and one crew member were rescued and hospitalized, and their injuries are said to be minor. The NTSB and FAA will investigate the cause of the crash.

Hunter Rescued From Ravine

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(Elkton, OR) -- A hunter with a broken leg was rescued in Douglas County over the weekend. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says a bear hunter fell into a drainage near Elkton and couldn't walk, because of an injury to his leg. Rescuers reached his location around 11:30 Saturday night. Using special equipment, a technical rescue team pulled him more than 12-hundred feet up to safety and he was loaded into a waiting ambulance.

Review Board Rejects OHSU Legacy Merger

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority's community review board has rejected the merger between OHSU and Legacy Health. The vote doesn't kill the deal. The OHA's Health Care Marketplace Oversight program will consider the result of the vote, along with other factors, in making a final decision. The Oregon Nurses Association says it's disappointed by the vote, but they remain confident the deal will be finalized.

Ben & Jerry's Scoop-A-Thon

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(Portland, OR) -- The Ben & Jerry's in Portland will have its 15th annual Scoop-A-Thon to raise money for New Avenues for Youth today. The Portland Ben & Jerry's store is the only Partner Shop in the country that's operated by a non-profit. While the ice cream scoop is free, they encourage donations that go to New Avenues for Youth. The Scoop-A-Thon runs from noon to 8 p.m.

Oregon Firefighters Returning From North Carolina

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(Salem, OR) -- Dozens of firefighters are making their way back home to Oregon after helping fight the Black Cove wildfires in North Carolina. The Oregon Department of Forestry says 39 firefighters have started to return trip from North Carolina to Oregon. Over the weekend, 26 firefighters returned, eight people flew home Monday and one person will return Tuesday. Four ODF staff will remain in North Carolina to help close work on the fires. Oregon and North Carolina have an agreement to send firefighters, when they are available. This is a slow wildfire period in Oregon, and there are crews to spare. Last year, North Carolina sent crews to help with Oregon's record fire season.

Preschool For All Increasing Seats

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(Portland, OR) -- Multnomah County is expanding its Preschool for All program. 16-hundred new seats will be added for the 2025-2026 school year. The program is funded by a tax on high income earners in the county. It started in 2020 with 500 kids between the ages of 3 and 4. This year, they had two-thousand children and next year that will increase to 38-hundred kids. By 2030, they want free preschool for all children in the county.

Harney County Flooding Could Increase

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(Burns, OR) -- The flooding in Harney County could worsen this week. Over the weekend, flood waters started to recede, but the Silvies River is expected to rise again on Tuesday due to rain and warm temperatures melting the snowpack. A Flood Warning remains in effect through next Monday. Residents are being told to stay vigilant, even as some roads become passable again. Sandbag stations have reopened and the Burns sewer system remains impacted by excessive runoff.

Powerball Winner One Year Later

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(Portland, OR) -- It's been one year since Charlie Saephan one the largest Powerball jackpot in Oregon's history. The ticket was worth one-point-three-billion-dollars. It was the fourth largest Powerball in the game's history. Saephan says he continues his battle against cancer. He's undergone two surgeries and says he's only had time for a guys' trip to Las Vegas. He bought a house for his family, and for himself he bought a metallic green Lamborghini. He's invested in apartments and a local Thai restaurant group. He says his family is now set and they no longer need to worry about money.

Suspect Indicted For Fatal Drive-By Shooting

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(Portland, OR) -- A suspect has been indicted for a fatal drive-by shooting in Portland where a crowd was sprayed with gunfire. Forty-nine-year-old Walter Mulberry was killed, and a 17-year-old was injured. Dozens of rounds were fired also hitting vehicles and other objects. 28-year-old Mamadee Keita, of Portland, faces 18 charges including murder in the second degree and attempted murder. Keita was already in custody for a previous robbery.

City Council Considers Raising Climate Tax

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland City Council members are considering raising taxes on some businesses to help the city close its budget gap. The proposal would increase the city's climate tax from one-percent to one-point-three-percent. The tax is paid by retailers who bring in one-billion dollars in revenue nationally per year and at least 500-thousand dollars locally here in Portland. The city is currently trying to bring down a more-than-90-million-dollar budget gap.

Transportation Plan Boosts Taxes

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(Portland, OR) -- Democrats in the Oregon Legislature are proposing tax increases and new taxes to raise nearly two-billion-dollars for transportation. The gas tax would increase 20-cents over six years. A new one percent tax would apply to all vehicle sales. Electric vehicles and hybrids would pay a road usage charge. The cost of a vehicle registration would increase 66 dollars, and the title fee would increase 90 dollars. The weight-mile tax on heavy vehicles would increase nearly 17 percent. Republicans say it's a non-starter. More negotiations will happen before the proposal is submitted to the Legislature.

Parks And Rec Seeks Input On Trails

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on the state's land and water trails. The department has opened an online survey asking trail users to provide feedback. They're looking for input from anyone who uses the state's trail system, including walkers, hikers, bikers, equestrians and boaters. The survey can be found at the OPRD website.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- A motorcyclist is dead following a high-speed crash near Hillsboro. The Washington County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened Friday night when the motorcyclist failed to negotiate a curve in the road and crashed into a tree. Police have identified the victim as 25-year-old Andrew Canela.

Oregon Hands Off Demonstrations

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(Portland, OR) -- Demonstrations against President Trump were held across the nation and across Oregon on Saturday. Portland's demonstration filled Waterfront Park. Protesters were opposed to the Trump Administration's deep cuts to the federal government and Elon Musk's employment in the White House to manage the Department of Government Efficiency. Portland Police arrested one woman who vandalized a fire truck.

Employment Department Reviews 12,000 Incorrect Tax Forms

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(Salem, OR) -- 12-thousand Oregonians who received unemployment benefits last year should have corrected 1099-G forms by next week. The conversion from the old computer system to the new Francis Online caused the problem. More than 100 Employment Department workers have been going through each corrected form to make sure they're right. If they've filed federal taxes, they'll need to be amended. The Oregon Department of Revenue is providing simple options to update state returns.

PBOT Closes SW Tichner Drive Due To Slide

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(Portland, OR) -- Southwest Tichner Drive in Portland has been closed by a landslide. The Portland Bureau of Transportation says hundreds of yards of mud and rocks fell from the hillside and more is expected to come down. Expect delays if using the detour on Vista Avenue and Park Place through Washington Park.

Wilsonville Retail Theft Mission

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(Wilsonville, OR) -- The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office and Wilsonville Police conducted a retail theft mission on Thursday and arrested 19 people. They focused on retailers in the Wilsonville area. 148 stolen items worth 26-hundred-dollars were recovered. Five people had open warrants. One of the arrests is helping with an investigation into a fencing operation, which remains under investigation.

Brain Injury Program

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Human Services has launched the Brain Injury Program. It's intended to help people with brain injuries, and their families, navigate access to services and support. Brain injuries are increasing. In 2023, there were over 38-thousand brain injuries in Oregon with 17-hundred fatalities. The Brain Injury Program can help with advocacy, options counseling, resource navigation, and service coordination.

Missing Woman Search

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(Wilsonville, OR) -- A 64-year-old Wilsonville woman with cognitive issues has been missing more than a week. Kathryn Gerke went missing after taking a walk. She's white, five-feet seven-inches tall, 150 pounds, with blue eyes and short gray hair. She was wearing a black or dark blue zip-up hooded sweatshirt. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office conducted a search. Anyone with information should contact the Wilsonville Police department.

Oregon Releases Free Deck Building Plans

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(Salem, OR) -- The State of Oregon is releasing free, permit-ready plans for building a deck. It's part of the Permit-Ready Plans Program. Later this year, plans will be released for pole buildings, detached garages, patio covers, and carports. The Oregon Building Codes Division will start developing plans for smaller detached dwelling units by the end of 2025. The plans are available online at the Permit-Ready Plans Program website.

ODOT Tries Fake Ivy To Stop Graffiti

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Transportation is testing fake ivy as a deterrent against graffiti. The synthetic ivy will be installed on areas that are prone to graffiti. ODOT spends around 70-thousand-dollars a month removing graffiti. If the pilot program works, it'll be installed in more areas. ODOT says synthetic ivy is better than the real thing, because it requires no maintenance.

Oregon Aquarium Features Plastic Waste Sculptures

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(Newport, OR) -- The Oregon Coast Aquarium will put 15 sculptures on display that are made from plastic that washed up on beaches. The exhibit is called Washed Ashore, and since 2010 it's collected 50 tons of plastic from Pacific Northwest beaches. The statues include Flash the Marlin, Greta the Great White Shark, and a yet-to-be-named sculpture of a blue-ringed octopus. An online naming contest is underway. Washed Ashore will be on display from May 17th through the end of the year.

Climate Justice Plan

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(Portland, OR) -- Multnomah County has released a draft of its first Climate Justice Plan. It has 12 goals that seek equity, collaboration and community involvement to find solutions that will achieve a carbon-free future for everyone. The plan is online and they're looking for feedback. The plan will be finalized this summer.

Portland Councilors Propose Business Tax Increase

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland faces a more than 90-million-dollar budget gap. Cutting that much money could hurt after-school programs, community centers, and youth sports along with critical city services. Councilors Steve Novick, Jamie Dunphy, and Angelita Morillo are proposing a one-third of one percent increase in the Portland Clean Energy Fund tax on large, national retailers. It would raise 60-million-dollars. They also want to increase the exemption from the Portland business license tax from 50-thousand to 100-thousand dollars to help small businesses.

Wyden Invites Dr. Oz To Eastern Oregon

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Now that Dr. Mehmet Oz has been confirmed as Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is asking him to follow up on his commitment to visit eastern Oregon. Dr. Oz made the commitment during his confirmation hearing. Wyden says Malheur County has the state's largest share of residents enrolled in the Oregon Health Plan and he wants him hear their concerns about Medicaid cuts. Wyden offered April 23rd or June 19th through the 21st as possible dates.

Burns Flood Donations

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(Burns, OR) -- If you want to help victims of the flooding in Harney County, be careful how you do it. Burns and the Burns Paiute Tribe have experienced devastating flooding from rain and runoff from snow melt. Oregon Emergency Management says financial donations can be made to the Red Cross, which is on scene. Be wary of other groups claiming to do work. They don't need volunteers now but will need people later during the recovery period. Donating the wrong types of items can be overwhelming. Contact the Burns Christian Church to find out what items are needed.

Former ODOT Whistleblower Gets Settlement After Being Fired

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(Portland, OR) -- A whistleblower who was fired after raising alarms about problems with the new payroll system at the Oregon Department of Transportation is getting a multi-million-dollar settlement. KATU-TV reports the former ODOT employee is getting 465-thousand dollars in settlement money from the agency. ODOT fired the worker in 2023 after he alerted his superiors about a glitch in the new payroll system that resulted in employees missing paychecks or getting underpaid for their work. In a statement regarding the settlement, ODOT claims its employees are "encouraged to bring forward ideas for increased efficiency or concerns with current practices."

Woman Charged For Allegedly Abandoning Dogs

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(Siletz, OR) -- A woman is facing charges after allegedly dumping her two dogs and then calling Animal Services claiming she'd found them abandoned along the Siletz Highway. The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office says 63-year-old Nickie Young brought her dogs to milepost 30 of the highway and then called Animal Services to pick them up, saying she'd found them there. Young claimed the dogs were not hers, but an investigation showed she was the dogs' owner. She's charged with initiating a false report, an A-misdemeanor, and abandoning an animal, a B-misdemeanor.

Couple Arrested For Illegal Sunday Drug Markets

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(Gresham, OR) -- A husband-and-wife team are facing charges for allegedly holding illegal Sunday markets selling illicit drugs in Gresham. Police arrested 46-year-old Kevin Jared Olsen at his home and his wife Kristi Olsen during one of their events this past Sunday. The events being held every Sunday featured food trucks and several vendors selling multiple controlled substances including MDMA, cocaine, ketamine, LSD, marijuana and magic mushrooms. Police say the couple advertised the markets on Facebook.

Ordinance Would Ban AI Software In Setting Rent Prices

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland City Council members are considering an ordinance that would ban the use of artificial intelligence in determining rent prices. The ordinance would amend the city's Affordable Housing Code to prevent landlords from using AI software in setting rent prices. The ordinance is aimed at alleviating anti-competitive practices in the housing market, including antitrust violations and landlord collusion.

DHS Terminates UO Student's Visa Without Warning, Reason

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(Portland, OR) -- The University of Oregon is looking for answers after the Department of Homeland Security terminated the visa of one of its students without any prior notice. The university says DHS revoked the international student's F-1 visa on March 28 without notifying university officials and without giving any reason as to why. The university is required to inform students when their visa status is revoked but cannot do so if they are not informed. The move comes amid the Trump administration's crackdown on and detainment of international students who participated in pro-Palestine protests on college campuses.

Justice Department Launches Operation Over Violent Crimes In Indian Country

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(Portland, OR) -- Federal officials say they're cracking down on unresolved violent crimes in Indian Country, including in the Portland area. The Justice Department says it's deploying FBI resources to investigate cases of missing and murdered Indigenous persons and other unresolved violent crimes in several jurisdictions across the U.S. The operation is scheduled to take six months.

Man Charged For 2023 Fatal Shooting

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(Portland, OR) -- A man is facing charges in connection to a fatal shooting two years ago in a Washington County parking lot. Court records show a grand jury indicted 28-year-old Dwight Deshawn Dew Jr. on charges of first-degree manslaughter, two counts of unlawful use of a weapon and unlawful possession of a machine gun. He's accused of shooting and killing 24-year-old Pedro Antonio Prieto-Lopez in May of 2023.

Fire Burns House In Polk County

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(Portland, OR) -- No injuries are reported following a house fire in Polk County. Firefighters responded to the blaze yesterday morning to find the home's garage fully engulfed in flames. No residents were hurt, and multiple pets were rescued safely. One pet remains unaccounted for.

Police Seek Help IDing Woman Found Dead In Tent

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(Portland, OR) -- Police are asking for the public's help identifying a woman who was found dead inside a tent in Portland last month. The Multnomah County Medical Examiner's Office says the woman's body was discovered near Northeast Halsey Street and I-84 on March 13th. She's described as a shite woman between 30- and 40-years-old, standing five-foot-three and weighing 168 pounds. She had three tattoos, including a heart on her right shoulder, a smiley face on her left hand and the Stussy "S" on her left upper back.

Burns Floodwater Tests Positive For E. Coli

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(Burns, OR) -- Hundreds of families remain displaced following severe flooding in southeast Oregon's Harney County. The sheriff's office announced last night the floodwater blanketing the city of Burns has tested positive for multiple bacteria, including E. coli. Residents are urged to keep children and pets out of the water and use PPE when possible. Level 3 evacuation notices remain in effect for over 12-hundred people.

Beachgoers Urged To Keep Distance From Molting Elephant Seals

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(Seaside, OR) -- It's molting season for elephant seals, and Oregon beachgoers are being urged to "share the shore." Signs have recently gone up in Seaside advising residents to remain at least 100 yards away from the seals after a young elephant seal was found sunbathing there yesterday. The molting process requires elephant seals to rest on land for multiple weeks while they shed their old coats and grow new ones. Elephant seals can be extra irritable during the molting process.

WNBA Expansion Franchise Picks Team President

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland's WNBA expansion franchise is unveiling its pick for team president. The franchise announced yesterday it has hired Inky Son. Son hails from South Korea and previously served as the chief administrative officer for the National Basketball Players Association. She's the first employee to be hired by the team, which is expected to join league play next year.

NE Portland Motel Closing After Three Deadly Shootings Last Year

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(Portland, OR) -- A motel plagued by rash of recent deadly shootings in Northeast Portland is closing its doors. KATU-2 reports the Northeast Portland Quality Inn is shutting down. A series of three separate shootings over the course of about a month left three people dead at the motel last year.

St. John's Residents Protest Potential Shutdown Of Community Center

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(Portland, OR) -- Residents in Portland's St. John's neighborhood are calling on the city to preserve a local community center. Dozens of residents gathered at the St. Johns Community Center yesterday for a rally asking leaders to spare the center from budget cuts. City departments are being asked to propose potential budget cuts as Portland faces a nearly 100-million-dollar budget deficit.

Voters Could End Vote-By-Mail

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon voters would be asked to reconsider vote-by-mail under a bill in the Legislature. If voters approved it, voting would have to be in-person with state issued photo identification. Voters could request a ballot in the mail 21 days in advance for each election, with photo identification. Postage would no longer be paid by the state. More than nine-thousand comments were received online. 81 percent of the comments opposed the bill and nine percent were in support.

Voters Could End Vote-By-Mail

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon voters would be asked to reconsider vote-by-mail under a bill in the Legislature. If voters approved it, voting would have to be in-person with state issued photo identification. Voters could request a ballot in the mail 21 days in advance for each election, with photo identification. Postage would no longer be paid by the state. More than nine-thousand comments were received online. 81 percent of the comments opposed the bill and nine percent were in support.

Voters Could End Vote-By-Mail

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon voters would be asked to reconsider vote-by-mail under a bill in the Legislature. If voters approved it, voting would have to be in-person with state issued photo identification. Voters could request a ballot in the mail 21 days in advance for each election, with photo identification. Postage would no longer be paid by the state. More than nine-thousand comments were received online. 81 percent of the comments opposed the bill and nine percent were in support.

Bill To Prohibit Discrimination In Book Banning

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(Salem, OR) -- Discrimination would be prohibited as a reason to ban a book from public schools in Oregon, under a bill passed by the State Senate. Opponents say it would remove local control, but supporters say school district committees would decide whether books are banned for inappropriate content. The bill moves to the House for consideration.

Bill To Prohibit Discrimination In Book Banning

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(Salem, OR) -- Discrimination would be prohibited as a reason to ban a book from public schools in Oregon, under a bill passed by the State Senate. Opponents say it would remove local control, but supporters say school district committees would decide whether books are banned for inappropriate content. The bill moves to the House for consideration.

City Of Portland Reorganization

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(Portland, OR) -- The City of Portland is reorganizing. It's part of the change of government structure that took effect this year. City Administrator Charles Jordan says it consolidates six service areas into four, with core functions like communications, engagement, and equity undergoing realignment to unify approaches and optimize service delivery. The changes will take place through the next fiscal year.

Missing Man Search Continues

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(Eugene, OR) -- Lane County Search and Rescue continues to look for a 63-year-old man who hasn't been seen since March 13th. The Sheriff's Office says the search for Jonathan House has spanned a large, rugged area west of Cheshire, including 50 miles of roads from the ground and by drone. Detective have also poured over cell phone data and security and game camera photos. House is a white male, with gray hair and blue eyes, a mustache and stubble. He was last seen wearing a black or brown hooded coat, t-shirt, blue jeans and work boots.

Reckless Driver Arrested

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(Milwaukie, OR) -- A reckless driver was arrested in Milwaukie Sunday after police used patrol cars to stop the suspect. Calls to 911 reported the reckless driver. Police tried to pull the driver over. 38-year-old Sharita Martin, of Portland, drove into a parking lot and started driving in circles. Several businesses and customers were nearby. Police used their cars to stop Martin's vehicle. No one was injured. Martin was arrested for attempt to elude and reckless driving. She's also under investigation for driving under the influence.

New Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Building

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(Portland, OR) -- Kaiser Permanente has announced plans to build a new hospital tower at the Sunnyside Medical Center. It'll be the first fully electric hospital in Oregon and won't use natural gas for heating. All of the rooms will be private, there will be in-room telemedicine capabilities, advanced robotics, and greater emergency room capacity. Construction will start next year, and it should open in 2029.

Lake Oswego Considers Future Lake Access

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(Lake Oswego, OR) -- The City of Lake Oswego is considering how to move forward following a judge's decision that the public can access the lake, which has been private. The city has taken testimony on whether to appeal the judge's decision or implement City Park Rules to manage public access. Kayakers have already started using the lake from Millennium Park.

Theft Ring Leader Sentenced

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(Portland, OR) -- A man who prosecutors say helped a ring of thieves steal from 100 Portland area businesses pleaded guilty and was sentenced to prison. Joshua Lucero stole cars, property, and merchandise from businesses. Under a plea deal, he was sentenced to nine years in prison. Lucero is currently serving a 35-month sentence for similar crimes committed in Washington County.

Driver Arrested Following Dangerous Pursuit

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(Newport, OR) -- Newport Police arrested a driver who led officers on a dangerous pursuit. Early Saturday morning, an officer tried to pull over 18-year-old Matthew Pearson who fled. He turned off the lights on his vehicle, using only a lightbar, and drove over 100 miles an hour on Highway 101. Police say he drove into oncoming traffic and on sidewalks. He tried to escape officers driving on a rural road. He hid his vehicle at a dead end and ran. He later turned himself in to police and was charged with attempt to elude and reckless driving.

MAX Airport Construction

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(Portland, OR) -- Construction at Portland International Airport will mean a detour for MAX passengers. From April 5th through April 20th, construction will close the inbound MAX line. This won't have a major impact on train schedules, but MAX passengers will have to use a walkway over the closed inbound tracks to reach the airport's terminal. Signs will show MAX passengers where they need to walk.

25 Arrested During Retail Theft Mission

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(Clackamas, OR) -- Over two-dozen people are facing charges following a retail theft mission targeting businesses at the Clackamas Promenade. During the ten-hour operation, deputies stopped people suspected of stealing from the stores. Twenty-five people were arrested, 47-hundred dollars in merchandise was recovered, 16 outstanding warrants were cleared, and one juvenile was found with a handgun. The operation was partially funded by a state Organized Retail Theft Grant.