Point Blank Closure

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(Portland, OR) -- Point Blank Distributing is laying off 175 employees in Oregon. The company distributes beer in Portland, Bend and Eugene. Three Pirates, LLC, which owns Point Blank, notified the state it will layoff 175 employees. The company's locations in Bend and Eugene are expected to close entirely, with its northeast Portland location also seeing substantial layoffs.

Possible Measles In Corvallis

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(Corvallis, OR) -- Measles has been detected in wastewater samples in the Corvallis and Lewisburg areas. Health officials say while it means someone in the area has measles, there has not been a confirmed case in Benton County. The Oregon Health Authority and Oregon State University began testing wastewater for measles last fall, across the state.

LoanMart Fined

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation has fined LoanMart 660-thousand dollars for offering illegal loans. The interest rates exceeded 36-percent, which is the limit under state law. LoanMart has been ordered to stop operating in the state and must repay 900-thousand dollars in excessive interest charges that ranged from 126- to 178-percent.

Oregon Zoo To Celebrate Elephant's 1st Birthday

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Zoo's baby elephant Tula-Tu turns one year old this weekend and a celebration is planned on Sunday. Tula now weighs nearly a thousand pounds, about five times what she weighed at birth. She's still nursing, but also eating fruit and alfalfa. There will be events all day Sunday, including birthday treats provided by Alaska Airlines at 11:30 a.m.

ICE Plans Newport Detention Facility

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(Newport, OR) -- ICE is planning to build a temporary detention facility at the Newport Airport, but it's been delayed until May. ICE made the announcement in a court filing. Newport Fishermen's Wives and Lincoln County filed suit against the Coast Guard to keep a rescue helicopter at the airport. The helicopter was moved to North Bend and then returned, because it's needed during the Dungeness crab season. The groups are still concerned that ICE will build the facility in the spring.

Serial Rapist Sentenced To 45 Years In Prison

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(Portland, OR) -- A 19-year-old man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for raping several women and girls in Multnomah County. Damani Anderson pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting five girls and young women. He threatened four of them with a gun. He was arrested in 2024 after raping and robbing a woman at gunpoint in an abandoned warehouse. After his photo was released, other victims came forward. The judge thanked the survivors for helping prosecutors with their case.

BLM Approves Gold Mine

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(Vale, OR) -- The Bureau of Land Management has approved the Grassy Mountain Gold Mine near Vale in Eastern Oregon. State permits are still needed before the project can move forward. The BLM fast-tracked the project under President Trump's directive to increase mining in the U.S. The mine will cover 470 acres and use a cyanide solution to extract gold and silver from the soil. About two-billion dollars in gold and silver are expected to be mined over the next 20 years.

Over 118,000 Oregonians Get Insurance Through Marketplace

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(Salem, OR) -- Over 118-thousand Oregonians got health insurance through the Marketplace. The Oregon Health Authority says that's a decline of 15 percent from 2025, or 21-thousand people. 60 percent of enrollees got financial help. That's down 20 percent from last year, due to cuts by the federal government. Premiums for lower-income people increased as much as 165 dollars.

Bias Crime Investigation Underway Into Racist Graffiti On Apartment Door

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(Portland, OR) -- A bias crime investigation is underway into potentially racist graffiti in North Portland. The Portland Police Bureau says someone wrote the words "whites only" on the door of an apartment unit. The resident who lives in the unit tells police the suspect knocked on the door and then forcefully tried to open it before leaving and returning ten minutes later with a blow torch. The resident called 9-1-1, and responding officers found the graffiti. Police are still searching for the suspect.

Two-Alarm Fire Demolishes House In Sweet Home

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(Sweet Home, OR) -- No injuries are reported after a two-alarm fire demolished a house in Sweet Home. Firefighters responded to the home on Port Drive late Tuesday night to find the structure engulfed in flames. Officials say all the residents managed to evacuate the home just in time. The house, all its contents and a car in the driveway were all declared a complete loss.

Robbery Suspect Found Dead

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(Kalama, WA) -- A robbery suspect in Cowlitz County was found dead by police who were attempting to take him into custody. 25-year-old Deyshawn Namock was wanted in connection with two robberies and assaults. The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office Crime Reduction Team believed Namock was inside of a Kalama home. They evacuated other people from the house and while searching the house, officers heard a pop from above the ceiling. They found Namock dead in the attic from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Rural Oregonians Get Exemptions To New SNAP Work Rule

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(Salem, OR) -- Thousands of SNAP recipients in rural Oregon are escaping stringent new work requirements enacted by the Trump administration. New federal law requires all adults ages 18 to 64 who receive SNAP benefits and don't have children to work at least 80 hours a month to continue qualifying for food assistance. However, in rural Oregon, there are no employment service centers in Crook, Jefferson, Gilliam, Lake, Morrow, Sherman and Wheeler counties. Therefore, 13-hundred SNAP recipients living in those counties will get discretionary exemptions from the state.

Measles Exposure Warning

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority has issued a measles exposure warning for the Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center Emergency Department. Anyone who was at the hospital's Emergency Department on January 26th from 11:28 a.m. to 1:53 p.m. and isn't protected against measles could have been exposed. They should contact their health care provider. This is the second measles case diagnosed in Clackamas County this year.

Traffic Stop Drug Bust

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(Roseburg, OR) -- A traffic stop by Oregon State Police on I-5 uncovered a major illegal drug run near Roseburg on Sunday. The vehicle was rented by someone who wasn't in the vehicle, and neither the driver nor passenger had a driver's license. A K-9 alerted to drugs and troopers found 11 pounds of cocaine along with 24-thousand dollars in cash. The Drug Enforcement Administration is investigating.

Rose Festival Changes

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(Portland, OR) -- Big changes for the Portland Rose Festival. The Grand Floral Parade will be merged with the CareOregon Starlight Parade on the evening of June 6th. The Fred Meyer Junior Parade is normally held on a Wednesday. It's moving to Saturday May 30th, which is expected to allow more kids to take part. A second fireworks show is being added. There will still be Fleet Week and City Fair.

Former Doctor Settles Sex Abuse Lawsuit

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(Portland, OR) -- A former West Linn doctor accused of sexually abusing nearly 200 women and girls is settling a billion-dollar lawsuit against him. David Farley has settled a lawsuit filed by 180 women and girls who say he sexually abused them during medical appointments. Court documents don't show the amount of the settlement. Farley still faces 16 charges related to alleged sexual abuse of his patients. His criminal trial is set to begin in the spring.

PPS Urging Lawmakers To Use Reserve Funds For Budget Gap

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Public Schools is calling on state lawmakers to tap into Oregon's reserve funds to help fill the school district's budget gap. Board members voted last night to send a letter to state lawmakers asking them to use money from the Education Stability Fund to help balance the deficit. PPS is facing a budget gap of 50-million dollars for the 2026-27 school year. State lawmakers begin their legislative session on Monday.

Health Care Workers Hold Vigil For Alex Pretti

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon health care workers are paying tribute to an ICU nurse gunned down and killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis Saturday. Nurses and other residents gathered outside the Eugene Federal Building yesterday afternoon for a vigil for 37-year-old Alex Pretti. ICE agents shot and killed Pretti Saturday, just weeks after a federal ICE agent shot 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good in the face and killed her in the same city. Hours before yesterday's vigil, federal agents violently pushed back against demonstrators protesting ICE outside the federal building. Witnesses say agents pushed protesters down and used pepper spray against them.

Public Defense Director

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has appointed Ken Sanchagrin as the director of Oregon's Public Defense Commission. It was created to find solutions to Oregon's lack of public defenders. Oregon has experienced several years of a public defender shortage. Kotek says during Sanhagrin's tenure, the number of defendants without a lawyer dropped by 32-percent.

Southern Oregon Fugitive Arrested

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(Washougal, WA) -- A man who was wanted following a high-speed chase in southern Oregon has been arrested in Washougal, Washington. Billy Dean Gregory is accused of stealing several vehicles and leading deputies on a long I-5 chase. He was arrested in Washougal on local charges and will also face charges from Jackson County.

New Details Released Regarding Shooting Of Police Officers

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(Portland, OR) -- New details are coming to light regarding the shooting of two Portland Police officers by a suspect last week. The Portland Police Bureau says the suspect fired seven shots at the officers, shattering one officer's femur and hitting the other officer in the neck and arm. Both officers have been released from the hospital. Officer's body camera video showed the suspect, Eric Oelkers, quickly pulled a gun from his side and fired. The officers didn't have a chance to return fire. Oelkers was arrested on Monday and made his first court appearance on Tuesday.

Police K9 Bites Suspect's Cell Phone Causing Fire

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(Cottage Grove, OR) -- No injuries are reported after a police K-9 bit a suspect's phone, causing it to catch fire. It happened Monday in Cottage Grove. Police say 44-year-old Robert Clark was wanted for several crimes in Eastern Oregon when officers tracked him down in Cottage Grove. He allegedly ran out the back of a house when he saw deputies. K-9 Hektor caught up with him and bit the cell phone in his pocket. The phone caught fire. Clark was cleared by medics and taken to jail. In addition to new charges in Lane County, Clark has warrants out of Umatilla and Morrow counties.

Tax Season Begins

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(Salem, OR) -- The IRS and the Oregon Department of Revenue have started processing income tax returns. Oregonians are eligible for part of a one-point-four-billion dollar kicker refund. That happens when the state collects revenue that's over two percent of the budgeted amount. Due to anti-fraud measures, refunds won't start being issued until February 17th. If you file by paper instead of electronically you won't get your refund until early April, because of a delay by the IRS in getting forms to the Oregon Department of Revenue.

Student Intern Finds $1 Million In Water Savings

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(Portland, OR) -- An intern at Portland Community College found one-million dollars in savings after reviewing the college's water bills. Eric Brurud attends PCC and will continue his education at Portland State University in the Environmental Engineering program. He spent a year going over 60 water bills at PCC and found billing errors and ways the school could qualify for discounts. PCC will save at least 143-thousand dollars a year going forward.

Portland's Starry Night Murderer Back In Police Custody

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(Portland, OR) -- One of the most infamous killers in Portland's history is back in police custody. Court documents show 71-year-old Larry Hurwitz was arrested by officers with the Sandy Police Department earlier this month on a harassment charge and a parole violation. Hurwitz spent eight years in prison in the early 2000's after being convicted of the murder of 21-year-old Tim Moreau back in 1990. Investigators say Moreau was working for Hurwitz at his downtown nightclub, the Starry Night, at the time and likely discovered a counterfeit ticketing operation. Moreau's body was never found.

Nike Planning To Lay Off Hundreds Of Distribution Center Employees

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(Beaverton, OR) -- Nike is looking to lay off nearly 800 workers at distribution centers in Mississippi and Tennessee. The job cuts were announced yesterday as the company looks to recover from slow sales. Corporate leaders say the move is meant to "strengthen and streamline" operations and ramp up the use of automation. Nike has eight major distribution facilities in the U.S. and five of them are in and around Memphis.

Portland City Council To Consider Foie Gras Ban

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland City Council is considering a citywide ban on foie gras. The controversial French delicacy is made with the liver of ducks or geese that have been force fed a high-grain diet through a tube. A measure that is scheduled for a hearing before the council's Arts and Economy Committee today would make sales of the dish illegal in the city and institute fines up to five-thousand dollars for violators. The State of California and a couple of U.S. cities currently ban foie gras.

Last Round Of Layoffs Completed For Powell's Books

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(Portland, OR) -- The owner of Powell's Books says the last round of layoffs at the company is now complete. Emily Powell made the announcement yesterday after multiple periods of job reductions over the course of 2025. The company has cut 20 percent of the workforce as part of a business adjustment and growth strategy, according to Powell. She says the focus now is on enhancing store inventory and merchandising, growing digital sales, and making improvements at the flagship store. Powell is also looking to increase the company's retail presence at Portland International Airport.

Suspect Accused Of Shooting Portland Police Officers Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- A suspect accused in the recent shooting of two Portland Police officers is now in custody. Forty-one-year-old Eric Oelkers is being held on charges including two counts of attempted murder. Oelkers is accused of shooting the officers January 19th in Portland's Sullivan's Gulch neighborhood. Both officers have now been released from the hospital.

Chefs Serving Up $8 Dollar Hot Dogs For Portland Wiener Week

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(Portland, OR) -- Chefs are serving up wild hot dog deals all across the city right now as part of Portland Wiener Week. Well over 40 eateries are participating in the food week promotion spearheaded by the Portland Mercury. Creations including a Philly cheese steak dog, a taquito dog, and a country gravy breakfast dog will be available through Sunday. Each wiener is selling for eight bucks.

Portland Man Identified As Person Who Died After Mount Hood Fall

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland man has been identified as the person who died Sunday in a fall on Mount Hood. Authorities say that 30-year-old Thomas Hostetler was climbing in the Devil's Kitchen Area when he fell some three-hundred feet. Hostetler died on the mountain.

Former Portland Trail Blazer Running For Governor...Again

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(Portland, OR) -- Former Portland Trail Blazer Chris Dudley is now a candidate for governor. Dudley -- who played for Portland in the mid-90s and early 2000s -- announced his candidacy yesterday saying he has a plan to bring quality education, safety, affordability and good jobs to Oregon. Dudley was the Republican nominee for governor in Oregon in 2010.

Report:  Portland Man Kept Body Of Dead Mother Inside Refrigerator

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland man is facing charges with police saying he kept the body of his dead mother inside a refrigerator.  Police performing a welfare check found the remains of the 104-year-old in the fridge of suspect Richard Vinyard Northeast 28th Avenue apartment last week.  Vinyard  reportedly told police that the woman had died just days earlier and that his plan was to keep her death a secret so that he could collect her social security checks.  He has been charged with second-degree abuse of a corpse.

Dept Of Corrections Settles With Family Of Inmate Who Committed Suicide

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon's Department of Corrections is agreeing to a financial settlement with the family of a man who took his own life while being kept at the State Correctional Institution in Salem. Grayson Painter - who reportedly suffered from mental illness -- was being kept in a restrictive black box cell that limits light and sound and was allegedly encouraged by guards to kill himself. Painter committed suicide in his cell on June 29 of 2023. The Department of Corrections has agreed to a settlement of two-point-three-million dollars.

ICE Hospital ER

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Nurses Association is reporting an immigration incident outside of the Portland Adventist Health hospital. A family was bringing their seven-year-old daughter in for emergency care when they were stopped and arrested. There's no word on whether the child received any care. ICE hasn't commented. The incident occurred across the street from where Border Patrol officers shot two people earlier this month during what agents called a targeted traffic stop.

Senators React To Minneapolis Shooting

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(Washington, DC) -- Oregon's Senators plan to vote down a bill funding ICE. Following Saturday's shooting in Minneapolis, Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley posted on X that DHS Secretary Kristi Noem must go. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden said video of the shooting shows ICE agents out of control. He called for a state investigation into the shooting to hold federal agents accountable.

Orangetheory Instructor Pleads Guilty To Fraud

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(Portland, OR) -- A workout instructor at Orangetheory in Portland has pleaded guilty to taking charitable donations from his clients and spending the money to buy cocaine for himself. The Oregon Department of Justice says Ryan Tong told clients he would get matches for their donations from large businesses and send the money to charities. He kept the money to buy cocaine. Tong pleaded guilty to theft and fraud. He'll be sentenced February 6th.

Warehouse Damaged By Fire

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(Portland, OR) -- Fire damaged a warehouse in Northeast Portland Saturday morning along with several businesses that used the building. The warehouse is located at Northeast 127th and Marx Street. Heavy fire was showing when firefighters arrived and the roof was collapsing. Water was poured in through the roof and large roll-up doors. Freezing temperatures caused icy conditions that made it difficult for crews to walk. No one was hurt battling the fire. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

Climbers Dies In Fall On Mt. Hood

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(Timberline Lodge, OR) -- A climber died in a fall on Mt. Hood on Sunday morning. Witnesses called 911 to report that a climber had fallen 300 feet in the area of Devil's Kitchen. Portland Mountain Rescue and American Medical Response's Reach and Treat team climbed to the person's location, but the climber had died. The rescue turned into a recovery operation. The person's name will be released after relatives are notified.

Portland Minneapolis Shooting

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Mayor Keith Wilson and City Council President Jamie Dunphy released a statement following Saturday's deadly shooting in Minneapolis. It says, they stand by Minneapolis and call on ICE to end deadly operations. They say the Minneapolis shooting is the latest deadly result of an administration that uses American cities as a "training ground" for "full force." They asked people making their voices heard following the tragedy to do so peacefully.

Four Arrested During Saturday Demonstrations

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police arrested four people on Saturday during demonstrations following the fatal shooting in Minneapolis by an ICE agent. Two people were arrested for allegedly interfering with a police vehicle. One of those people, a 77-year-old man, was taken to a hospital for an unrelated medical issue. Two people were arrested outside of the ICE building. One person for allegedly trying to pry plywood off the building and another person for allegedly throwing a glass candle at federal officers.

I-205 Abernethy Bridge Closure

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(Oregon City, OR) -- The I-205 Abernethy Bridge in Oregon City will close Monday night for removal of an old sign bridge. The closure runs from 11 p.m. Monday through 5 a.m. on Tuesday. There will be a detour, but drivers should expect significant delays.

Vancouver Schools Selects New Superintendent

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(Vancouver, WA) -- The Vancouver School Board has selected its next superintendent. Dr. Ricardo Torres-Morales, who goes by Rocky, was selected out of 40 applicants and six finalists. Dr. Torres-Morales is currently Seattle's Associate Superintendent of Public Schools. Pending contract negotiations, he's set to start July 1st.

Portland Extends Shelter Hours

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(Portland, OR) -- The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for the Willamette Valley, Southwest Washington and the Coast Range. Wind child temperatures could reach 20 degrees. The City of Portland is extending hours Friday morning at most emergency overnight shelters until 8 a.m. to provide a few extra hours away from the coldest parts of the morning.

Foot Traffic Grows In Downtown Portland

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(Portland, OR) -- The number of people walking through downtown Portland continues to rise. It fell during the pandemic, the social justice demonstrations, and the homeless crisis. The Portland Metro Chamber reports foot traffic surpassed 2024 levels during 11 of 12 months last year. It was mainly due to residents living downtown, festivals, and holidays. The number of people working downtown continues to lag. Hybrid and remote work are keeping the numbers down.

Transportation Funding Vote

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(Salem, OR) -- An initiative petition forced the transportation funding bill passed by the Oregon Legislature last year to go to a vote in the November election. House Speaker Julie Fahey and Senate President Rob Wagner want the vote to be held in May. They'll introduce legislation to move the referendum to the Primary election. They say the Oregon Constitution gives the legislature the authority to move the vote and it'll give legislators more time to manage changes in funding.

Kotek Appoints Oregon State Forester

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has appointed a new State Forester. Kacey KC would be the first woman appointed on a permanent basis to lead the Oregon Department of Forestry in state history, if she's approved by the Oregon Senate. KC has worked more than 25 years in the public sector for forestry. Most recently she served as the State Forester Firewarden for the Nevada Division of Forestry since 2018.

Woman Hit By Train

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(Salem, OR) -- A woman survived being hit by a train in Salem on Wednesday. Police say the woman was walking near Rural Avenue Southeast and 13th Street when she was hit by the train. She suffered significant injuries and was hospitalized. Union Pacific Police are investigating the incident.

Salem Plans Second Backup Water Test

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(Salem, OR) -- The City of Salem is preparing a backup water supply in the event a deep drawdown on Detroit Reservoir this fall causes too much sediment in the Santiam River. That's where Salem gets its water. A new connection with the City of Keizer's groundwater system will be tested starting on Monday. Some customers in West and Northeast Salem might notice a difference in taste, but the well water is safe. The test will last several days.

Marion County Adds REACH Treat Team

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(Salem, OR) -- Marion County has a new program that will respond to 9-1-1 calls when police aren't needed. The REACH Team includes a mental health worker, a firefighter paramedic and an EMT. 9-1-1 operators will determine whether REACH or police officers need to respond. The program also complements the national 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, offering another pathway for residents experiencing a behavioral crisis to get help.

Eugene Demonstration Blocks Federal Office

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(Eugene, OR) -- Eugene Police were called Tuesday afternoon when demonstrators blocked access to the Federal Protective Services office. Police monitored the crowd, which dwindled to about seven people. When federal vehicles approached the gate, protesters blew whistles and others returned. They refused to allow FPS agents through the gate. Local officers persuaded the group to move, with no use of force.

PPS Considers Staff Cuts

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(Portland, OR) -- Next year's budget for the Portland Public School District is 50-million dollars over the expected revenue. To help reduce expenses, the School Board is considering cutting 288 jobs. 108 jobs would come from administration. Elementary schools could lose 73 staff, middle schools could have 45 jobs cut, and 65 positions would be cut from high schools. The School Board is taking community comment on the proposal.

Firefighter Convicted Of Strangling Wife To Death

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(Vancouver, WA) -- Sentencing is being scheduled for next month for a Clark County firefighter convicted of strangling his wife to death in their bed. A jury found 52-year-old Kevin West guilty Tuesday of killing emergency room nurse Marcelle West last January. The jury took just one hour to deliberate before convicting West. Court records say West strangled his wife to death and then called 9-1-1 claiming he had awoken to find her suffering a fatal seizure.

Firefighter Sentenced For Child Sex Conviction

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(Portland, OR) -- A former Lake Oswego firefighter has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for his conviction on child sex abuse charges. Kenneth Green was working as a firefighter when he ordered live-streamed child sex abuse video from the Philippines. He talked with the traffickers during the live stream and told them what to do with the children. In 2019, Green traveled to the Philippines after arranging to meet with more kids, but claimed to get sick when he arrived. Once released from prison, Green will serve a lifetime of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay a 50-thousand dollar fine.

Oregon Zoo Welcomes New Polar Bear

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(Portland, OR) -- There's a new polar bear at the Oregon Zoo. Kalik is three years old and comes from the St. Louis Zoo. He's exploring the Polar Passage habitat. He dove into both of his chilled saltwater pools. Kalik weighs over 700 pounds. The previous residents of Polar Passage, female bears Nora and Amelia Gray, recently moved to new homes.

Governor's Race

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(Salem, OR) -- Another candidate has joined Oregon's race for the Governor's office. Scio State Representative Ed Diehl is running for the Republican Primary. He says, the state government has lost sight of who it works for. Diehl co-led the effort to send transportation tax and fee increases to voters after the package passed in the legislature. Another Republican candidate who announced this week is David Medina, who was pardoned by President Trump for his role in the January sixth attack on the U-S Capitol. He says he's "confronting anti-American extremism head-on."

Boil Water Notice

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(Corbett, OR) -- The Corbett Water District has issued a boil water notice following a water main break. Customers should boil water for one minute and let it cool before drinking it, making ice, or brushing teeth. Empty ice makers. Corbett School District released students early on Wednesday and canceled afternoon and evening activities.

Portland ICE Building Land Use Review

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Mayor Keith Wilson says it's important to follow the process in reviewing land use violations at the ICE building in South Portland. He says any attempt to unilaterally revoke the conditional land use approval would be challenged in court. He says they're fighting back against the federal government with legal action. Portland continues to be a sanctuary city. And the Protect Portland Initiative, passed unanimously by City Council strengthens that policy.

Vancouver Denounces Immigration Enforcement

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(Vancouver, WA) -- The City of Vancouver is formally denouncing the actions of federal immigration enforcement agencies. They say ICE and Border Protection have generated widespread fear and a sense of terror among residents. They say without a warrant, City personnel will not provide access to federal agents of non-public spaces, data or use of facilities for immigration enforcement. They say the City will respond to the crisis with the full force of its legal authority.

Hillsboro Sex Abuse Arrest

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- A 23-year-old man has been arrested on multiple counts of third degree sex abuse in Washington County. Hillsboro Police say Cedric Valdez was arrested at the Sunset Esplanade Target store after several women came forward. Police say Valdez approached women in large retail stores, parking lots and near storefronts, and believe other victims may not have yet reported incidents. They're asking other victims to contact detectives.

$13 Million In Opioid Funds Going To Behavioral Health

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(Salem, OR) -- Money from the opioid settlement will help fund Oregon's Behavioral Health Resource Networks. They're supposed to be funded by the marijuana tax, but oversupply drove down prices creating a 100-million dollar budget gap. The board that manages the opioid settlement fund will direct 13-million dollars toward addiction treatment.

Dog Mauling Trial

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(Portland, OR) -- Closing arguments have been heard in the trial of a Portland woman whose dogs attacked and killed a six-year-old boy. Koko Miller faces four felony charges, including criminally negligent homicide. Miller was watching the boy when her dogs mauled him to death in 2023. Prosecutors say Miller knew her dogs were dangerous around kids and failed to crate them. Miller's attorneys argue there's no evidence Miller knew her dogs were aggressive and this was just a tragedy.

Vet Sentenced For Stealing Drugs From Workplace

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland veterinarian has been sentenced for diverting drugs for her own use. The Drug Enforcement Administration says Dr. Brenda Brown-Carlson used saline to dilute three controlled drugs after keeping some of the drugs for herself. It caused 200 animals at two veterinary clinics that received the drugs to get less medication than was intended. Surveillance video recorded Brown-Carlson doing the transfer. She pleaded guilty and was sentenced to five years of supervised probation. During that time she can't work as a veterinarian and can't treat any animals.

Reward Offered In Wolf Killing

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(Lake County, OR) -- A 10-thousand dollar reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of a suspect who killed a protected wolf in Lake County. In October, a radio-collared male gray wolf known as OR-186 was found dead on public land north of Yamsay Mountain, southwest of Silver Lake. The area is west of Highway 395, where gray wolves are listed as endangered. U.S. Fish and Wildlife is investigating.

Declines In Gas Prices Slow

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(Portland, OR) -- The decline in gas prices is slowing down. Triple-A reports higher crude oil prices are the cause. Nationally, the average price for a gallon of gas was unchanged last week at two-dollars-82-cents. Oregon's average declined two cents to three-33. While the national and Oregon averages are near five year lows, they're expected to start going up during refinery maintenance and the switch to summer blends of fuel. Oregon's average is 19 cents lower than this time last year.

OR Hospitals Get $25M For Maternity Care

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(Portland, OR) -- Governor Tina Kotek is directing 25-million dollars to Oregon hospitals to secure maternity care. Kotek directed the money to be spent from the state's General Fund. Fifteen-million dollars will go to stabilize maternity departments in rural hospitals. Ten-million dollars will go to larger hospitals. The moves comes as some hospitals have been forced to close their maternity departments due to a lack of resources.

Police Seek Suspect In Shooting Of Two Officers

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(Portland, OR) -- Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting two Portland police officers. The shooting happened last night in Portland's Lloyd District. Police were responding to reports of a threat with a knife when two officers were shot. The officers were hospitalized in stable condition as of last night. The suspect remains at large.

Columbia River Power Cable Project

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(Portland, OR) -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is planning to bury power cables under the Columbia River. The Cascade Renewable Transmission Project would bury nearly 79 miles of 12-inch-high voltage direct current cable under the river. A hydroplow would bury the cable 10 to 15 feet under the river bottom. At Bonneville Dam it would be buried 34 feet below the dam. Public comment is being taken on the project through February 4th. Burying the cable could affect the aquatic ecosystem, navigation, recreation and water quality.

SW WA Fire Chief Charged With 37 Counts Child Sex Abuse

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(Vancouver, WA) -- A fire chief in Southwest Washington is being charged with over three-dozen counts of child sexual abuse. Prosecutors charged Pacific County's Ilwaco volunteer Fire Chief Jefferey Archer last week with 37 counts of child sex crimes involving four young boys. Investigators say he raped and-or molested the victims in his Ocean Park home while babysitting them between 2013 and 2019. The boys ranged in age from two- to eight-years-old.

Stabbing Suspect Photos Released

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police have released photos of a stabbing suspect. On Saturday, December 20th a woman was stabbed near Northwest 13th and Hoyt Street. She was treated at a hospital and released. The suspect fled before police arrived. Detectives got photos from surveillance cameras that show the suspect's face. Tips can be made through Crime Stoppers which offers a reward up to 25-hundred dollars if the suspect is arrested.

Northern Lights Possible Over Oregon

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(Portland, OR) -- You might be able to see the Northern Lights again Tuesday night over Oregon. NOAA says a long duration flare occurred on the sun. The geomagnetic storm could be a G4 with a G5 being the most severe. The best time for viewing will be between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.

Power Lines Crash

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(Eugene, OR) -- Two people standing in a yard were nearly hit by live power lines that fell following a crash Sunday morning in Eugene. Police say a pickup hit a power pole, causing the lines to come down. No one was hurt. The pickup continued through a front yard before leaving the area. Deputies are looking for an older blue or teal Chevy or GMC pickup, likely with damage to the front driver's side fender and hood.

Vacant Rite Aid Building Fire

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(Lebanon, OR) -- The former Rite Aid building in Lebanon was damaged by fire early Monday. When firefighters arrived, flames were burning up the side of the building from two large, wheeled plastic trash bins. Bystanders who reported the fire pulled the bins away from the building. The building's sprinkler system helped contain the fire. No one was inside and no injuries were reported.

North Portland Church Damaged By Fire

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(Portland, OR) -- Fire damaged a Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in North Portland on Willamette Boulevard late Sunday night. Arriving firefighters found flames coming from the roof. Firefighters searched the building, but it was empty. A large part of the roof had to be cut away to expose the fire. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

Fourth Suspect Arrested In 2022 Murder

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police have arrested a fourth suspect in the 2022 murder of 39-year-old Mohammed Shaani. He was fatally shot near Northeast Milton Street and 82nd Avenue. Three suspects were arrested last year. 34-year-old Dayla Causey was arrested Friday on multiple warrants. All of the suspects are charged with Murder in the Second Degree.

Hidden Camera Arrest

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland man faces 385 felony charges in connection with a hidden camera. Police say 26-year-old Fonte Gladen hid cameras in cell phone chargers and power banks inside of a private home. He posted videos of children and adults to online platforms. At least six children and five adults were shown in the recordings. Detectives caution that cameras can be hidden in common household items and it's important to be suspicious of items that appear to be out of place.

Clackamas County Measles Case

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority reports a new measles case in Clackamas County. The person is unvaccinated against measles. Health officials don't know if the person traveled outside of Oregon, or if it's related to two measles cases in Linn County. It doesn't appear the person in Clackamas County exposed other people to the virus.

Coast Guard Approves I-5 Bridge Height

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(Portland, OR) -- The U.S. Coast Guard has approved a 116-foot fixed-span bridge to replace the Interstate Bridge between Portland and Vancouver. Not having to build a lift-span will reduce costs. The Coast Guard says 99 percent of river traffic will be able to pass under the bridge. It won't affect air traffic arriving and departing from Portland International Airport. The next step for the project is to complete the final Environmental Impact Statement and get a Record of Decision which allows construction.

Red Robin Fire

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(Portland, OR) -- A warming fire started by homeless people damaged the Red Robin restaurant in the Lloyd District early Sunday. Firefighters found flames coming from the back wall of the building. It was reported by a cleaning crews and that allowed firefighters to respond quickly and knock it down before it spread above the sprinkler system. Instead, damage was limited to one wall and some of the interior.

Man Rescued From Crevice

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(Eugene, OR) -- A man trapped in a crevice near the Willamette River in Eugene was rescued Sunday afternoon. People walking by in the area of Garden Avenue, near the University of Oregon, saw the man 10 to 15 feet down a crevice. He was unresponsive, and pinned between a concrete diversion wall and a large quarry stone. It took about an hour for firefighters, using special equipment, to pull the man out. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition and with a body temperature of just 76 degrees. Officials say the victim likely would not have survived much longer in the elements.

GPS Monitor Wearing Trailer Thief

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(Portland, OR) -- An alleged utility trailer thief helped detectives track his action, because he was wearing a GPS monitor. Nickolas Edwards had the monitor, because he had been caught stealing trailers in Clark County, Washington. Police tracked him to at least six trailer thefts. He would sell the trailers online. In one case, he stole a trailer for a second time from the person who bought the trailer. Edwards is being held on 100-thousand-dollars bail.

Sister Kills Sister In Crash

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(Albany, OR) -- A sister killed her sister in a crash Friday night in Albany. Albany police say Paige McClintock was hit by a vehicle on Southeast 19th. She was rushed to the hospital, but later died. Investigators say the victim's sister, 18-year-old Kirah McClintock was the driver. They say Kirah was following Paige and another sister, as they rolled a toolchest down the street. At some point, the car struck the toolchest and then Paige. Kirah is cooperating with police. Paige was a student at Albany Options School. Counselors will be on hand when students return to school Tuesday.

Postal Drug Thief Pleads Guilty

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(Portland, OR) -- A Postal Service employee has pleaded guilty to stealing medication from the mail. Darcy Nolan worked as a mail carrier for the Parkrose Post Office. Federal prosecutors say she manipulated USPS records or opened packages on at least 15 occasions. A search of her purse and car turned up more than 130 pills later identified as five different types of prescription amphetamines. Nolan was sentenced to two years probation and ordered to pay restitution.

Columbia County Commissioner Censured

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(St. Helens, OR) -- A Columbia County Commissioner has been censured by his colleagues. The Columbia County Commission has taken actions over several months against Commissioner Casey Garrett related to allegations of workplace bullying. After the vote, the county issued a statement saying Garrett's actions don't align with established expectations for Commissioners or with county policies governing staff interaction. Garrett has previously denied the allegations.

Popular Portland Fondue Restaurant Closing

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(Portland, OR) -- After more than 20 years in business serving fondue and martinis, Urban Fondue and Bartini in Portland will close next month. Owners say they're closing because of a declining neighborhood environment, high city taxes, and increasing lease costs. Their final night will be February 22nd.

Report Shows Rise In Homelessness Across OR

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(Portland, OR) -- Officials are reporting a significant rise in homelessness across Oregon. A new report from Portland State University shows the number of people who are homeless in Oregon was up 35 percent last year compared to 2023. The report found that number could be affected by an increase in shelter beds, culturally specific services, better data collection and more outreach. Sheltered homelessness increased 49 percent, due to more shelter space. Unsheltered homelessness grew 27 percent. Multnomah, Lane and Marion counties had the largest number of homeless people.

Transportation Tax Can't Be Repealed

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(Salem, OR) -- Republican leaders in the Oregon Legislature say the transportation funding bill can't be repealed by the Legislature. Governor Tina Kotek wants it repealed, so a bill can be passed to fund ODOT until the 2027 session when legislators can consider a larger package. Enough signatures were collected to refer the bill to voters. Republicans say a 1935 opinion from the Oregon Attorney General says the Legislature has no authority to repeal the bill before voters can decide.

Helicopter Crash Injures Pilot

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(Siletz, OR) -- A pilot is hospitalized with injuries after his helicopter crashed northeast of Siletz in the Coast Range. The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office says it happened near Moonshine Park Road. The pilot was the only person on board and suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The NTSB and FAA will investigate the cause of the crash.

Murder Guilty Plea

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(Oregon City, OR) -- An Oregon City man who killed his girlfriend and dumped her body in a wooded area has pled guilty to Second Degree Murder. Clackamas County prosecutors say William Blake shot Jennifer Stuart in his home. He went to a Home Depot and bought a large tote, garbage bags and gloves. A couple that was hunting found the remains. Blake was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 25 years.

Voting Open On Snowplow Names

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland Bureau of Transportation has opened voting to name five snowplows. PBOT received over 33-hundred names and the list was narrowed to the top 20. They include: Damian Blizzard, Shiverrr Me Timbers!, Powell's Books, and Frogs Fighting Freezing Frost. The contest uses ranked-choice voting. You have until 5 p.m. January 25th to vote.

Suspect Indicted In Beaverton Shooting

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(Beaverton, OR) -- A Washington County grand jury has indicted a suspect in the shooting of a woman at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Beaverton on January 6th. Police responded to the hotel around 1 p.m. on a report of a shooting. They found a 37-year-old woman from Portland with a gunshot wound to the chest. She's hospitalized in stable condition. Her boyfriend, 44-year-old Robert Walsh, was arrested and indicted for attempted murder and assault.

New Portland City Council President

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland City Council has elected two new leaders. District 1 Councilor Jamie Dunphy was elected Council President with a majority of nine votes. He succeeds former Council President Elana Pirtle-Guiney. District 4 Councilor Olivia Clark was elected Council Vice President with 11 votes. This is the second year of Portland's new form of government.

Suspect Arrested In Sweet Home Shooting

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(Sweet Home, OR) -- A man is hospitalized in critical condition after being shot in the head near Sweet Home Tuesday afternoon. Deputies responded to a report of a fight at a home involving the two men who live there. 23-year-old Jordan Stewart-Bennett suffered a gunshot to the head. 50-year-old Joshua Storms is accused in the shooting. He was evaluated at a different hospital before being booked into the Linn County jail and will be charged with attempted murder.

Oregon Gas Prices Drop

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(Portland, OR) -- The price of gas continues to decline in Oregon. Triple-A reports Oregon's average is down a nickel from last week to $3.34 a gallon. The national average held steady at $2.82. Both averages are at their lowest prices in nearly five years. The national average is at its cheapest price since March 2021 and the Oregon average is at its lowest price since May 2021. Oil prices moved above $60 a barrel, which could cause gas prices to rise.

ODOT Details Possible Cuts

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Transportation has released its plans for budget cuts if the Legislature doesn't approve funding for this year. A referendum has kept most of the previously passed transportation funding from taking effect. ODOT says that if the Legislature doesn't approve funding there will be reduced road maintenance, slower response to emergencies, longer lines at DMV offices, and less trash and graffiti removal from highways.

Salem Murder Sentence

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(Salem, OR) -- A Marion County judge has sentenced a man to life in prison for killing his ex-wife. In January 2025, Tyler Holman crashed his car. Police say he was drunk and they took him to a hospital. A tow truck driver arrived to tow the wrecked car and found a body wrapped in plastic thrown from the vehicle during the crash. It was Holman's ex-wife Ashley Gandalfi. She had been shot in the head. Holman plead guilty to murder and was sentence to life with a 25-year minimum. His friend, Logan Wilkins, helped him move the body. He plead guilty to abuse of a corpse and tampering with evidence. He'll be sentenced later this month. Holman and Gandalfi had an eight-year-old daughter. She's being cared for by family.

Wanted Suspect Caught By OSP SWAT

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(Bandon, OR) -- Police have arrested a man in Bandon who was wanted for an assault in Springfield. On Monday, Marcquis White allegedly assaulted and robbed a woman in Springfield. He fled in a car with three kids inside that crashed in Bandon. The kids suffered minor injuries and White ran. Acting on a tip Wednesday, Bandon's Police Chief found White hiding down a steep embankment. Oregon State Police SWAT took him into custody.

Voter Registration Records

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Secretary of State is cleaning up outdated, inactive voter registration records. The National Voter Registration Act of 1993 and Oregon law sets the standards. A registration is moved to inactive when it's potentially out of date. There are 800-thousand current inactive voter records out of three-million voters in the state. 160-thousand of those records meet the standard and will be removed. The remaining 640-thousand don't meet the standard for cancellation and won't receive ballots.

DOJ Tip Line

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Justice has created a tip line to get information on potential violations of the law related to the shooting of two people by Border Security agents in Portland last week. The two suspects have alleged connections to a Venezuelan gang. The Oregon Attorney General's Office says in the current environment, it's more important than ever that Oregonians have a clear, trusted way to report concerns and get information. The tip line is 971-673-3900.

Governor Calls For Tighter SNAP Security

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek wants SNAP to start using chip-enabled EBT cards. Skimming devices have been used to steal card information and chip-enabled cards are more difficult to duplicate. Two months ago, Kotek declared a hunger emergency when federal SNAP benefits were stopped. Kotek says the pause in benefits forced state agencies to coordinate with local and tribal governments, food banks and community providers, which helped close gaps.

Portland Police Officers Injured In Crash

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(Portland, OR) -- Police are searching for a hit-and-run suspect accused of injuring two Portland Police officers. It happened early Tuesday morning. The Portland Police Bureau says the officers were responding to a call with lights and siren when another vehicle crashed into them at Southeast 148th and Stark. All of the air bags on the patrol car deployed, and firefighters had to pry the passenger door open to get one of the officers out. They were hospitalized with minor injuries. The suspect's vehicle is a dark-colored Chevrolet Suburban that will have front end damage.

Graffiti Vandal Sentenced To Four Years In Prison

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(Portland, OR) -- A prolific graffiti vandal in the Portland area is facing prison time. A Multnomah County judge has sentenced Jacob Ramos to four years in prison. Ramos used the tag B-I-E-R. He was convicted of 51 crimes relating to defacing public property. The Deputy District Attorney said the sentence should send a strong message to other graffiti vandals that there are serious consequences for their crimes.

Oral Arguments Set Today In Voter Data Lawsuit

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(Eugene, OR) -- Oral arguments are happening today in the Trump administration's lawsuit against Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read. The federal government filed the lawsuit after Read refused to give the government an unredacted copy of Oregon's voter registration list. That would include date of birth, partial Social Security numbers, and complete driver's license numbers. Read says federal law doesn't require the full data to be disclosed.

Washington County Transit Service

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(Beaverton, OR) -- Washington County has launched a micro-transit pilot project in southwest Beaverton. It serves areas where TriMet buses don't go. It's called SPOT Southwest, which stands for Shared Public On-Demand Transit. It offers free door-to-door rides in areas that include South Cooper Mountain, Progress Ridge, Murrayhill, and River Terrace. The eight-passenger vans also connect with TriMet's Washington Square Transit Center. The service is available Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Rides are ordered through an app or phone call. A state grant is funding the program through mid-2027.

Remains Found In 2006 Identified

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(Taholah, WA) -- Authorities are confirming the discovery of the remains of a former Oregon mayor on a Washington state beach two decades ago. Police say the remains found in 2006 on the Quinault Indian Reservation have finally been identified as those of former Fossil mayor Clarence Edwin Asher. Asher went missing while crabbing in Tillamook Bay about two months before the remains were found, and he was presumed drowned.

Highway 229 Extended Closure

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(Siletz, OR)  --  Highway 229 near Siletz will remain closed for years due to a massive landslide that happened during an atmospheric river event in December.  The Oregon Department of Transportation says the ground remains saturated and the slide continues to move.  ODOT engineers and geotechnical experts are studying the slide, but it's unsafe to even walk on it.  When a plan is developed it will require funding similar to building a new road.  ODOT is working on a long-term detour plan.  There's currently no way around the slide.

Dumped Salmon Investigation

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(Carver, OR) -- Oregon State Police is investigating the dumping of several salmon in Clackamas County. The dead fish were found by a property owner on December 19th off Highway 224 near Tong Road, east of Carver. More than ten salmon were left to waste. Tips can be made to the Turn-In-Poachers line. A cash reward is offered for information leading to arrest or citation.

Recycling Center Bodies

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(Portland, OR) -- Police are investigating the deaths of two men found at a recycling center in North Portland on separate days last week. One body was found Monday, January 5th and the second body was found Friday, January 9th. Detectives are working to learn how the men died. The Medical Examiner will determine the identities of the men and their cause and manner of death. Police don't believe there's a threat to the public.

Clackamas County Jail Death

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(Oregon City, OR) -- A 47-year-old man in custody at the Clackamas County Jail died Monday morning. When he didn't show up for breakfast, a deputy found the man deceased in his cell. They attempted lifesaving measures, that were unsuccessful. The Clackamas County Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death. The Clackamas County Interagency Major Crimes Team is investigating. They say the death appears to be due to natural causes.

Workplace Threat Sentence

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(Oregon City, OR) -- A Gladstone man who threatened to kill his former boss and other co-workers has been sentenced to 15 days in jail and 18 months' probation. Joshua Coughlin pleaded guilty to Disorderly Conduct. The Clackamas County District Attorney says Coughlin was fired from his job as a forklift operator last summer after he missed two days of work related to alcohol use. When a supervisor contacted Coughlin, he became erratic and aggressive. He later threatened to harm or kill certain employees. The company closed for two days due to the threats. In addition to jail time, he must perform 40 hours of community service.

Woman Dies Following House Fire

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(Portland, OR) -- A woman has died following a house fire in Northeast Portland. The fire was reported Monday morning at a home on Northeast Garfield Avenue. Firefighters arrived to find smoke coming from under the porch roof. The fire was burning in a front room. Firefighters found a 64-year-old woman on the second floor. She was hospitalized and later died. There were no working smoke detectors. Investigators believe a space heater plugged into an extension cord started the fire.

ICE Arrests Lawsuit

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(Eugene, OR) -- Attorneys at the Innovation Law Lab have filed a motion in federal court to stop warrantless immigration arrests in Oregon by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. One plaintiff in the case, Victor Cruz Gamez, is a construction worker who was driving home when he was stopped by ICE. They called him illegal and detained him without a warrant. He's lived in the U.S. for 25 years and has lawful work authorization. ICE held him for three weeks and pressured him to self-deport. The motion asks the court to stop ICE's policy of "arrest first, justify later." It seeks class-action status.

Kotek Renews Homeless Emergency

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is extending the homelessness emergency she declared when she took office in 2023. Her office says the action resulted in more than 62-hundred new and maintained shelter beds, the rehousing of over 55-hundred Oregonians, and prevented almost 26-thousand households from becoming homeless. Under the extension, Kotek says more will be done to serve people connected with the justice system, expand behavioral health capacity and improve coordination between housing and health systems.

Clackamas County Recovery Campus

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(Oregon City, OR) -- Clackamas County is getting help from the state to build the Clackamas County Recovery Campus. The money is coming from the Governor's homelessness emergency declaration that was extended last week. In 2024, the county bought six acres where the facility will be located. It will include 24 residential treatment beds, 36 transitional housing beds, and 16 withdrawal management beds. County Chair Craig Roberts says they've been fundraising for over a year and this funding will keep the project moving forward. It's expected to open next year.

Judge Rules Against President's Election Executive Order

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(Seattle, WA) -- A federal judge has ruled in favor of a case brought by Washington and Oregon against President Trump's executive order on elections. The order would have required voters to show proof of citizenship, threatened to withhold election funding to states that didn't follow the order, and would have stopped ballots received after election day from being counted. Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read says it's a win for the Constitution and the American people. The Trump Administration can appeal the ruling.

Insulin Lawsuit

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Attorney General has filed a 900-million-dollar lawsuit over high prices for insulin. The lawsuit alleges drug makers Novo Nordisk, Sanofi and Eli Lilly conspired with pharmacy benefit managers Express Scripts, CVS Caremark and Optum to dominate the insulin market and keep prices high. The pharmacy benefit managers are also accused of excluding lower-cost insulin options. The lawsuit was filed in Multnomah County Circuit Court.

Republican Leaders Critical Of Democrat's Response

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(Salem, OR) -- Republican leaders in the Oregon Legislature are criticizing Democrats' response to last week's shooting of two people by Customs and Border Patrol agents. CBP agents shot and injured the two during a traffic stop in Portland Thursday. Republicans claim Democrats responded before all of the facts were in and their rhetoric inflamed the response. The Trump administration claims the two suspects have connections with a Venezuelan gang, and one of them may have been involved with a shooting in Portland last summer.

EMTs Assaulted At Hospital

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(Clackamas, OR) -- Two EMTs were assaulted at the Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center on Friday. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office says 57-year-old Tracy Davidson was visiting a patient and became violent with nursing staff. She hit one EMT with her hand and then hit the person with a bag containing white powder. The EMT started experiencing an overdose and was given several doses of Narcan. The EMT was admitted to the hospital. Davidson left the hospital before deputies arrived. She returned Saturday and was arrested on charges of assault, disorderly conduct, and harassment.

ODOT Human Trafficking

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Transportation is marking Human Trafficking Prevention Month by helping to educate commercial drivers about the crime. The nonprofit Truckers Against Trafficking identified 160 cases of human trafficking in Oregon involving 227 victims in 2024. During the week of January 12th, ODOT enforcement officers will hand out human trafficking awareness materials in English and Spanish to truck drivers.

SNAP Lost Food Reporting Deadline Friday

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(Salem, OR) -- The deadline is approaching for Oregon families living in counties impacted by last month's storms and outages to report lost food purchased with SNAP benefits. Oregon Department of Human Services extended the deadline to January 16th for food that spoiled during outages on December 17th. Baker, Crook, Deschutes, Jackson, Josephine, Malheur, Morrow, Umatilla and Wasco counties take the total number of qualifying counties to 28. If food purchased with SNAP was lost because of storms, requests for replacement benefits can be made directly to Oregon DHS.

Oregon Measles Cases

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority is investigating two cases of measles in Linn County. They developed symptoms on January 5th. They went to the Lebanon Community Hospital Emergency Department the night of January 6th and then to Albany General Hospital's Emergency Department the morning of January 7th. People who were at those locations should notify their health care provider if they develop symptoms that include rash, fever, cough, and runny nose. If you have measles, call the health care organization before arriving, so they can help you prevent spread of the virus.

Oregon Spends Over $3 Million Suing Federal Government

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon spent three-point-one-million dollars last year suing the federal government. The Oregon Department of Justice spent 855-thousand dollars challenging the deployment of the National Guard in Portland. 500-thousand dollars were spent challenging President Trump's tariffs. And 115-thousand dollars were spent challenging the freeze of federal funds. The lawsuits helped safeguard four-and-a-half-billion dollars.

Oregon Spends Over $3 Million Suing Federal Government

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon spent three-point-one-million dollars last year suing the federal government. The Oregon Department of Justice spent 855-thousand dollars challenging the deployment of the National Guard in Portland. 500-thousand dollars were spent challenging President Trump's tariffs. And 115-thousand dollars were spent challenging the freeze of federal funds. The lawsuits helped safeguard four-and-a-half-billion dollars.

Mayor Wants ICE To Halt Enforcement Actions Following Shooting

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Mayor Keith Wilson wants ICE to stop enforcement activities until there's a full investigation into yesterday's shooting of two people by federal agents in the city. Wilson says there was a time when the government's word could be trusted, but that's not the case anymore. Wilson is calling for a full and transparent investigation. Wilson says Portland is not a training ground for federal agents and the shooting is a consequence of President Trump's statement to bring the government's full force on the city. Customs and Border Protection agents shot a man and woman while they were in their car yesterday in Portland, injuring them.

Oregon To Investigate Shooting By Federal Agents

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield is launching a formal investigation into yesterday's shooting of two people by Customs and Border Protection agents in Portland. Rayfield says the investigation will look into whether any federal officer acted outside the scope of their lawful authority and will include witness interviews, video evidence, and other relevant materials. Last year, Rayfield and three district attorneys sent a letter to Homeland Security warning they were monitoring the actions of federal agents and documented several incidents where federal officers used disproportionate force.

Oregon's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's unemployment rate was five-point-two percent in November which is the same as September. There was no employment report for October, because of the government shutdown. 16-hundred jobs were added following a loss of two-thousand jobs in October. Leisure and hospitality and health care and social assistance added the most jobs while government and information lost the most jobs.

Republicans Blast Kotek's Transportation Proposal

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(Salem, OR) -- Republicans in the Oregon Legislature say Governor Tina Kotek's call to repeal the Transportation bill shows she heard voters who didn't want higher taxes. Republicans say the bill was rushed and deeply flawed. It would have raised the gas tax, title and registration fees, and the payroll tax. Kotek called for a bipartisan effort to design a new transportation package. Republicans say that's what they called for all along and the Governor's actions will determine whether she's serious or not.

Oregon Governor Says Homeland Security is Destroying Trust

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(Portland, OR) -- Governor Tina Kotek says Homeland Security is destroying public trust in the federal government. The governor made the comment yesterday after federal immigration agents shot and injured two people in Portland. Kotek says when the President endorses actions that tear families apart it fosters an environment of lawlessness and recklessness. Kotek says there must be a full and transparent investigation that involves Portland Police and the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office.

Portland Police Chief Details Shooting Response

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(Portland, OR) -- A federal investigation is underway after federal immigration agents shot and injured two people in Portland. Portland Police Chief Bob Day says his officers are providing support to the FBI for its investigation into Thursday's shooting. Portland Police say officers responded to the shooting outside of a medical clinic, and six minutes later, they got a call from a man who had been shot. Officers found a man and a woman in a car with gunshot wounds. Officers applied tourniquets until medics arrived and the two people were taken to a hospital. Homeland Security claims agents were making a traffic stop on suspected Venezuelan gang members when the driver tried to run down an agent and shots were fired.

Detroit Lake Report

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(Salem, OR) -- Officials in Marion County want to know why the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hasn't produced a report on the deep drawdown of Detroit Lake. The goal of the lower level of the lake during the fall and winter is to allow salmon smolt to get past the dam. County Commissioners have raised concerns about the plan, potential environmental impacts, and how it could affect drinking water for the more than 200-thousand people who live downstream. They also say it's unclear whether the drawdown would achieve the intended biological benefits. The missing turbidity report was supposed to be published January 4th.

Oregon Humane Society 2025

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Humane Society had its biggest year for adoptions last year since 2018. More than 12-thousand pets were adopted in 2025. OHS Humane Law Enforcement investigated nearly 775 cases of suspected animal abuse or neglect. 231 cats and dogs were cared for through the Humane Society's Behavior Modification Program. More than 800-thousand dollars in financial assistance was provided for veterinary care and pet training.

Mt. Hood National Forest Storm Damage

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(Zig Zag, OR) -- The wind and rainstorms over the last several weeks caused significant damage to the Mount Hood National Forest. Several roads and trails are closed due to downed trees, rockfall and slides mainly in the Clackamas River and Zigzag Ranger Districts. Some roads have washed out in the heavy rain. The Forest Service reports many areas received nearly 10-inches of rain, with wind gusts exceeding 50-miles per hour. More downed trees and slides are expected over the next month. Areas scorched in the 2020 wildfires are especially prone to falling trees.

Suspect Eluding Police Jumps From Moving Car

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(Oakridge, OR) -- Lane County Sheriff's deputies have arrested a woman who was allegedly trying to elude them when she jumped from a moving car. Deputies tried to pull over Racheal Obert early Wednesday for speeding in Eugene. When she refused to pull over, they say she sped up to over 100 miles an hour. Spike strips deflated all four of her car's tires and she jumped out before the vehicle rolled into a ditch. Obert was then arrested on various charges, including meth possession and an outstanding warrant.

SOS Peach Bowl Wager

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read says he accepted a friendly snacking wager with Indiana's Secretary of State over Friday's Peach Bowl. The Oregon Ducks face the Indiana University Hoosiers in the championship game. If Oregon wins, Secretary Diego Morales will send Read Indiana popcorn, the official state snack. If The Hoosiers win, Read will share Oregon hazelnuts with Morales.

Gas Price Declines Continue

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(Portland, OR) -- Gas prices continue to fall across the country. Gas prices normally decline this time of year, because of reduced demand and winter blends of fuel. Crude oil prices are also below 60 dollars a barrel. Triple-A reports the national average declined two cents to two-82 a gallon. Oregon's average dropped six cents to three-39. Oregon's average is seven cents lower than this time last year.

Missing Man Search

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(Roseburg, OR) -- Searches continue for a 61-year-old man missing for almost two months in Douglas County. Robert Cotter was last seen November 2nd. His pickup was found abandoned on November 30th, on an unmaintained road in the Elliott State Forest. Teams from Josephine, Jackson, Siskiyou and Klamath Counties conducted numerous searches in the area, but have come up empty. Anyone who may have seen Cotter or his vehicle, or talked to him after November 2nd is asked to contact the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Kotek Transportation Proposal

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(Portland, OR) -- Governor Tina Kotek laid out her plans for transportation funding at the Oregon Transportation Forum on Wednesday. Kotek urged lawmakers to redirect existing transportation funding to core operations and maintenance during the February session to avoid layoffs this spring. She wants last year's Transportation Bill to be repealed. Enough signatures were gathered to send it to voters in November. And Kotek says she'll lead a bipartisan process to develop a comprehensive transportation and funding package in the 2027 session.

Eastern Oregon Mental Health

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Oregon's U.S. Senators say mental health access is at risk in eastern Oregon following Medicaid cuts. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley sent a letter late last month to providers in Malheur County asking how they will ensure 800 people who rely on mental health services will maintain those services, in the wake of coverage changes. Wyden and Merkley say rural Oregon faces nearly four-billion dollars in Medicaid cuts, claiming Malheur County stands to lose the most, because more than half of its residents are enrolled in the Oregon Health Plan, which is funded by Medicaid.

Car Crashes Into Creek

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(Portland, OR) -- A driver was rescued after crashing into a creek in Troutdale early Sunday. After the crash, the driver's cell phone automatically called 911. Multnomah County Sheriff's deputies found the car down a 20-foot embankment, on its top in the creek. The driver had to be extricated by firefighters. Fred Jimenez had minor injuries and was cited for driving under the influence.

Coach Arrested For Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Children

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(Gresham, OR) -- A Gresham gymnastics coach is accused of sexually abusing children. 56-year-old Eric Stinson is the Director of the Northwest Gymnastics Training Center. He was arrested Sunday on numerous charges after Gresham Police say multiple former athletes from the center reported inappropriate sexual behavior by Stinson. Investigators say there may be more victims. Anyone with information about Stinson's actions should contact Gresham PD. Any athlete who has experienced abuse or misconduct by a coach, trainer or other athletic official is urged to report it to the US Center for SafeSport.

One Injured In Grocery Store Stabbing

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(Portland, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into a stabbing inside of a southeast Portland grocery store on New Year's Day. Police responded to Southeast 122nd and Powell Boulevard where a victim was seriously injured and taken to a hospital. One person was detained. Police were not looking for any other suspects.

One Hospitalized From House Fire

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- Two people were displaced by fire Saturday night at a house in Hillsboro. When firefighters arrived at the home on Northeast Sunrise Lane, flames were showing. The two residents were out of the house. One person was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Firefighters found four pets in the home that died. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

Albany Police Building Homicide

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(Albany, OR) -- A man killed himself in front of the Albany Police building on Tuesday. When the shooting happened, officers were also on the scene of a domestic disturbance where an officer involved shooting happened. The Linn County Sheriff's Office responded to conduct the investigation outside of the police building. A man sitting against the building appeared to die from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The investigation is ongoing.

Officer Involved Shooting

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(Albany, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into an officer-involved shooting in Albany during a domestic disturbance. Albany Police officers were dispatched to a home Tuesday morning and encountered a person with a knife. Two officers reportedly fired, striking the suspect. The person was taken to the hospital, and their condition is unknown. Two nearby schools were placed in lockdown until the scene was secured. The Benton County Major Crimes Team is now investigating. Both officers are on administrative leave, pending the outcome.

Pursuit Suspect Escapes

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(Ashland, OR) -- Police in southern Oregon are trying to find a suspect who eluded officers during a high-speed pursuit. Billy Dean Gregory has multiple outstanding warrants and new charges are pending after a car chase that started in Josephine County, Monday morning. Despite damage from spike strips, authorities say Gregory sped into Ashland, where the pursuit was terminated for safety reasons. The vehicle was later found abandoned, following a report of another car stolen nearby.

National Guard Demobilization

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(Salem, OR) -- On New Year's Eve, President Trump announced a decision to send National Guard troops home in Portland, Chicago and Los Angeles. Governor Tina Kotek says the Oregon Military Department received the official order from U.S. Northern Command on Monday. The troops are required to travel to Fort Bliss, Texas for demobilization activities before they can return home. The President claims crime has been - quote - "greatly reduced" because of the Guard. However, troops never deployed to Portland streets.

Oregon Lands Climate Sink For Greenhouse Gases

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(Salem, OR) -- A new report shows Oregon lands are like a sink for greenhouse gases. The Oregon Department of Energy study found forests, grasslands and other open lands remove more carbon from the atmosphere than they emit. However, the amount of carbon being removed annually has declined since 1990. Forest lands reduce the highest amount of carbon followed by grasslands. Emissions from wildfires have increased since 1990, reducing the impact of forest lands.

Man Arrested After Standoff

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(Tigard, OR) -- A man was arrested Sunday after barricading himself in a mobile home park in Tigard and starting fires. The Washington County Sheriff's Office says the incident started as a domestic disturbance. 37-year-old Jaime Lopez had a felony warrant. Deputies were able to get other family members out of the home, but Lopez refused to surrender and started lighting fires. He was eventually taken into custody and firefighters put out the fires. Lopez was hospitalized for burn injuries. Besides the warrant, he's being charged with arson and domestic harassment.

Salem Murder Conviction

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(Salem, OR) -- A Salem man has pleaded guilty to a murder discovered almost a year ago. Ashley Jean Gandalfi was killed last January. Her body was discovered inside her own car, following a crash. The driver was Tyler Holman. An autopsy later determined Gandalfi died of a gunshot wound unrelated to the traffic crash. Holman agreed to plead guilty to one count of second degree murder in exchange for other charges being dropped. He'll be sentenced in Marion County court next week, and faces a mandatory minimum of 25 years in prison.

Immunization Schedule Change

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(Portland, OR) -- The West Coast Health Alliance continues to endorse the previous child and adolescent immunization schedules. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending vaccinations for eleven instead of 18 diseases. The West Coast Health Alliance says the change didn't follow established procedure. The Alliance continues to recommend vaccination in alignment with the American Academy of Pediatrics vaccination schedule.

Portland Center For Arts Transition

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(Portland, OR) -- Metro and the City of Portland are moving forward with the next phase of the management transition for the Portland Centers for the Arts. Both governments have split ownership and management of the facilities. Each year there are 800 music, theater, dance and lecture performances for 800-thousand patrons. Revenue is 90-million-dollars. Over the next 18 months, management will be handed over from Metro to Portland.

Lincoln County Commissioner Death

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(Newport, OR) -- A Lincoln County Commissioner at the center of a recall effort died Sunday after what officials say was a brief illness. In a statement, the county says Commissioner Claire Hall lived a life defined by service to her community. She served Lincoln County as a Commissioner for over 20 years. She underwent surgery several months ago, after suffering a fall at her office and had been in and out of the hospital. Her death comes a week after ballots went out to recall Hall, following months of divisive meetings and questions about her leadership.

Suspect Turns Herself In To Police

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(Portland, OR) -- A woman who was wanted in connection with the death of her four-year-old child in Portland has turned herself in to police. 29-year-old Angelina Minor was charged with Manslaughter in the First Degree for a 2024 crash that killed her son. Minor was allegedly driving under the influence. She violated her supervised release and the court issued a warrant for her arrest. After turning herself in to police, she was booked into the Multnomah County Jail.

Kennedy Vaccine Changes

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Oregon Democratic Senator Ron Wyden is critical of changes made to the childhood vaccine schedule by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. It reduces the number of shots routinely recommended for kids from 17 to 11. Wyden says the move will make America sicker and endanger children. Wyden attributes the nation's record-high number of measles cases to RFK's anti-vaccine rhetoric. Wyden went on to say in a statement Kennedy is leading the country down a tragic path where more people die from preventable diseases.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash With E-Scooter

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(Portland, OR) -- A motorcyclist was killed in a crash with an e-scooter in Portland Friday afternoon. The crash happened at Southeast 112th and Tibbetts Street. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The e-scooter rider was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Stabbing Suspect Fatally Shot

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(Newport, OR) -- A man who was actively stabbing another man was fatally shot in Newport early Friday morning. Newport Police say the victim being stabbed pounded on the door of a house. The homeowner got a gun and when the suspect wouldn't stop stabbing the man, the suspect was fatally shot. The victim was hospitalized in critical condition in Portland. Police found another man along the North Coast Highway who had been fatally stabbed. Police have not released information about the suspect. The investigation is ongoing.

Cougar Seen In Oregon City

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(Oregon City, OR) -- A cougar was spotted on a surveillance camera on New Year's Day in Oregon City. It was seen near Latourette Street several times. It's in the area of Singer Creek Park. The city is working with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and they're asking anyone who sees the cougar to report it to Clackamas County's non-emergency number.

Police Seek Victims Of OR Sex Assault Suspect

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(Portland, OR) -- Police are searching for more potential victims of a Washington state man arrested for sexual assault in Portland last week. Police arrested 36-year-old Andrew Graham of Ridgefield last Monday, and detectives believe there might be more victims. Graham allegedly met the adult victim on a dating app and sexually assaulted them near a park. Detectives sent a message to Graham to set up another meeting, and he also said he wanted to pay for sex with a child. Graham drove to the meetup location, where he was arrested. He has prior addresses in Oregon, Washington, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho and Florida.

Congressional Leaders React To U.S. Invasion Of Venezuela

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Democratic members of Oregon's Congressional delegation opposed President Trump's invasion of Venezuela and the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Senator Ron Wyden says the President acted without congressional authorization or imminent threat to the U.S. and his plans to 'run' the country will have the U.S. involved in the country for the long-term. Senator Jeff Merkley said it's all about Venezuela's oil and will encourage leaders of other countries to take similar actions.

Portland Rally Against Venezuela Invasion

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(Portland, OR) -- A rally was held at Portland's Pioneer Courthouse Square Saturday in opposition to the U.S. invasion of Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Organizers included Portland for Palestine and Freedom Road Socialist Organization. Demonstrators said they were opposed to U.S. imperialism and that the Trump Administration should focus on domestic issues.

Fatal Bar Shooting

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(Vancouver, WA) -- A man was fatally shot outside of a bar in Vancouver early Saturday. Police responded to a shooting at the Off-Ramp Sports Bar on Northeast 112th Avenue. Witnesses say two men got into a fight, went outside and they heard gunshots. A 43-year-old man died in the parking lot. The suspect fled the scene and has not been arrested.

Driver Running From Police Dies In Crash

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(Beaverton, OR) -- A driver who was trying to escape police died in a crash early Saturday in Beaverton. Portland Police saw a vehicle driving erratically near Northwest 8th and Burnside. The driver pulled over but then fled. Police didn't pursue, because the driver was acting erratically. Police located the vehicle in Beaverton on Barnes Road at 87th and the driver fled. Police didn't pursue. They found the car crashed several blocks away and the driver died at the scene.

Warrant Issued For Portland Mother In Fatal DUII Crash

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(Portland, OR) -- Multnomah County officials are asking for the public's help to find a Portland woman accused in a DUII crash that killed her 4-year-old son in 2024. Prosecutors say 29-year-old Angelina Minor violated the terms of her supervised release and now has a felony warrant for first-degree manslaughter. Court records show the crash happened on North Lombard Street and involved extreme intoxication and high speed, with several other people injured but expected to survive.

Portland Man Sentenced To Life In Prison In 2022 Domestic Killing

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland man was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison with the possibility of parole after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the 2022 killing of the mother of his children. Prosecutors say the woman was strangled inside a Southeast Portland home after the defendant had been released on bail one week earlier. He will be eligible for parole after serving 25 years and also pleaded guilty to several additional felony charges.

Portland's First Floating Sauna Opens On Columbia River

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(Portland, OR) -- A new floating sauna and cold plunge destination opened on New Year's Day on the Columbia River in Portland. Ebb & Ember is located at Elevated Tides Marina in North Portland Harbor and offers sauna and cold plunge experiences for individuals and small groups. The founders say the project is the first of several planned community-focused waterfront uses, as sauna culture continues to grow in popularity across the U.S.

Oregon Shuts Out Texas Tech In Orange Bowl Playoff Quarterfinal

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(Miami Gardens, FL) -- Oregon defeated Texas Tech 23-0 on New Year's Day in the Orange Bowl, handing the Red Raiders their first shutout loss of the College Football Playoff era in nearly 10 years. The Ducks defense forced four takeaways and limited Texas Tech to 215 total yards after the Red Raiders entered the game averaging more than 42 points per game. Officials say the win advances Oregon in the College Football Playoff and marks the program's first postseason shutout at the CFP level.

Oregon Sees Sharp Increase In Federal Immigration Arrests In 2025

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(Salem, OR) -- Immigration experts estimate federal agents arrested about 11-hundred people in Oregon in 2025, up from just over one-hundred arrests statewide in 2024. Analysts say the increase followed higher national arrest quotas and intensified enforcement efforts ordered by the Trump administration. Data shows only about one-third of those arrested had prior criminal convictions, a drop from the previous year, with most detainees identified as men between the ages of 19 and 40.

Man Seriously Injured In Grocery Store Stabbing; Suspect Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- Police say a man was stabbed and robbed inside a grocery store bathroom on Thursday in Portland. Officers found the victim, a 77-year-old man, with serious knife injuries and took him to the hospital, where he is expected to survive. Investigators say witness information and help from TriMet security led officers to arrest a 51-year-old man nearby later that day. The suspect is in jail facing first-degree assault and first-degree robbery charges.

Portland Opens New Recovery-Focused Overnight Shelter In Central Eastside

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(Portland, OR) -- The city of Portland is partnering with Transition Projects to open the SE Grand Recovery Shelter to expand overnight shelter access. The recovery-focused shelter at 614 Southeast Grand Avenue will offer 140 beds, with 60 beds available immediately starting January 5th. City officials say the alcohol- and drug-free site is designed to connect people experiencing homelessness with recovery support and pathways to housing, particularly during cold weather.

New Oregon Laws Restrict Winter Utility Rate Increases

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(Portland, OR) -- New Oregon laws taking effect this year limit when private utility companies can raise electricity rates and expand consumer protections. House Bill 3179 blocks rate increases between November First and March Thirty-First, after state data showed about 70-thousand households fell behind on utility bills in 2024. Senate Bill 688 requires utilities to develop plans that reduce emissions, offer flexible payment options, and limit service disconnections for low-income customers, with oversight by the Oregon Public Utility Commission.

Oregon Spent 3.1-Million Dollars On Lawsuits Against Trump Administration In 2025

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(Salem, OR) -- Records show the state of Oregon filed 52 lawsuits against the Trump administration in 2025 and spent about three-point-one million dollars pursuing those cases. State officials say the most expensive legal challenge targeted the deployment of National Guard troops in Portland at roughly 855-thousand dollars, followed by lawsuits over federal tariffs and an early 2025 freeze on federal funds. The Oregon Department of Justice says those lawsuits helped safeguard about four-point-five billion dollars in federal funding for the state.

Annual New Year's Day Bike Ride Draws Riders Across Portland

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(Portland, OR) -- A long-running Portland tradition returned Thursday with the annual New Year's Day bike ride through the city. Riders started downtown and completed a eight-mile loop highlighting new bike-friendly infrastructure, including the Portland Art Museum tunnel and the Southwest Fourth Avenue improvement project. Event organizers say the ride celebrates Portland's continued investment in safe streets and walking and biking infrastructure.