Two Detained In Converted Plane Shooting

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- Two people were wounded in a shooting Saturday night during a large party at a Hillsboro plane that was converted into a house. When Washington County Sheriff's deputies arrived, they heard gunfire. Two people were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Police from eight law enforcement agencies responded to help with the crowd. A K9 from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms helped located a gun. Two boys, ages 16 and 17, were detained. The investigation is ongoing.

Resident Dies In House Fire

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(Forest Grove, OR) -- A resident died in a duplex fire early Saturday morning in Forest Grove. When firefighters arrived flames had broken through the front window. Firefighters searched the building as the fire was being put out and found an unconscious person. They attempted life-saving measures, but the 67-year-old man died at the scene. The medical examiner will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing. The duplex did not have a working smoke detector.

Confessed Killer Dies In Prison

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(Umatilla, OR) -- A man who confessed to killing four Oregon women has died in prison. Jesse D'Breeze, also known as Jeffrey Cutlip, contacted police when he lived in Texas and admitted to killing four women in Oregon. He pleaded guilty in 2013 to the murders of Marlene Carlson, Julie Bennett and Nielen Doll. Prosecutors were not able to connect him to the death of a fourth woman. He died at age 76 in hospice care at Two Rivers Correctional Institution in Umatilla.

Frog Protester Gets Probation

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(Portland, OR) -- The man who made the Portland Frog costume popular outside of the ICE building has been sentenced after pleading no contest to Attempted Disorderly Conduct, following his arrest in January. He wasn't wearing the frog costume at the time. As part of his probation, Seth Todd must stay at least three blocks away from the building and not participate in any gatherings declared unlawful by police for the next three months.

Brass Plate Theft Arrest

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(Portland, OR) -- A suspect has been arrested in a series of thefts at TriMet MAX Platforms. Brass plates that cover sensitive transit-related equipment were stolen. The plates cost a thousand dollars each. A Port of Portland Transit Police officer identified the suspect as 48-year-old Benjamin Honl was arrested in Beaverton. Police found brass plates hidden under a seat cushion in his car along with clothing he wore during the thefts. He used a wheelchair to move the heavy plates. Honl is charged with theft, attempted theft, and criminal mischief.

Remains Of Missing MT Man Confirmed Found In OR

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(Williams, OR) -- Authorities are confirming the identity of a missing Montana man found dead in Oregon nearly five decades ago. Oregon State Police announced Friday they have positively confirmed the identity of the remains as Mark Smith, who was 19-years-old when he disappeared in 1974. Smith left his home in Billings to travel and never returned. His skeletal remains were discovered 48 years ago by a logging crew south of Grants Pass, Oregon, but were unable to be identified until this year, when DNA was sent to a lab that tracks family trees. There's no evidence of foul play. The investigation into his death remains open.

Convenience Store Worker Killed

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police have released photos of a suspect in the fatal shooting of a Plaid Pantry worker on Friday. The victim is identified as 57-year-old Ernesto Castellanos, of Portland. The suspect is a Caucasian male in his 20s or 30s, five-feet ten-inches tall, and 170 pounds. He was wearing a black beanie, black sweatshirt with a print on the front, blue jeans, black shoes and he was armed with a handgun. Plaid Pantry is offering a five-thousand dollar reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspect.

NBA Approves Trail Blazers Sale

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(Portland, OR) -- The Trail Blazers are under new ownership. The NBA has reportedly approved the team's sale to a group headlined by Tom Dundon. This marks the end of the Allen family's ownership of the team, which began in 1988 when Paul Allen purchased the franchise.

Studded Tire Removal Deadline

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(Salem, OR) -- Today is the deadline for drivers to remove studded tires from their vehicle. Police can issue a 165-dollar ticket if you have studded tires after today. Studded tires cause several million dollars in damage to Oregon highways every winter.

Landslide Closes Cornell Road

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(Portland, OR) -- A landslide brought several trees, rocks and dirt down onto Cornell Road in Northwest Portland between the tunnels. The Portland Bureau of Transportation says power lines also came down. Crews are working to remove the slide. There's no estimate for when Cornell Road will reopen.

OSU Athletic Director Announces Retirement

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(Corvallis, OR) -- Oregon State University Athletic Director Scott Barnes has announced he'll retire August 31st. He'll continue as a senior advisor for athletics for another year. Barnes has been athletic director since 2017. Barnes played a pivotal role in preserving and rebuilding the new Pac-12 Conference that will launch July 1st. OSU will create a search committee to hire a new athletic director.

Illegal Marijuana Operation

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- An illegal marijuana operation was raided in Clackamas County earlier this month. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office says deputies searched two homes in Happy Valley and Oregon City. They seized 35-hundred marijuana plants, three guns and 100-thousand-dollars in cash. Sixty-year-old Joe Zhou faces drug charges.

ESD Employee Indicted For Possessing Child Pornography

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(Redmond, OR) -- An employee of the High Desert Education Service District in Central Oregon has been indicted following a lengthy investigation into the distribution of child pornography. Starting in December, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Internet Crimes Against Children Unit received several tips involving child exploitation material. They connected two X accounts and a Snapchat account to 23-year-old Gelsyn Yahir Hernandez. Detectives say he didn't work directly with kids and they don't believe any local children are among the victims.

Murder And Rape Suspect Indicted

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland man wanted in connection with the murder of a 14-year-old boy in November has been indicted in a separate case involving a brutal attack on a woman in February. Investigators say the victim was hiding in a closet when she called 911, whispering she'd been assaulted with a hammer and raped. When officers forced their way into the abandoned house in southeast Portland, the suspect jumped out a second story window. After a several hours-long search, Aquize Logan was found in a neighboring trailer and arrested. He now faces kidnapping, rape and other charges, in addition to the previous murder charges.

Portland No Kings Rally

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(Portland, OR) -- Tens of thousands of people took part in the No Kings rallies in Portland on Saturday. Protests against the Trump Administration were held across the state. Portland Police say two groups merged at Waterfront Park. The event ended around 4 p.m. Later, groups went to South Portland and demonstrated outside of the ICE building throwing rocks at police and state troopers. The gate to the ICE building was damaged. Three people were arrested.

Weezer Announces New Tour

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(Undated) -- Weezer is coming to Oregon. The Grammy-winning band announced "The Gathering" tour on social media Thursday, with 32-dates planned. Weezer will perform at Portland's Moda Center on September 11th along with The Shins and The Silversun Pickups. Tickets go on sale to the general public April 3rd.

Fireball Seen Over Pacific Northwest

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(Portland, OR) -- A fireball was seen over the Pacific Northwest Saturday evening. The American Meteor Society reports it happened around 8:40 p.m. Some reports say it was orange, others say it was blue. Experts at OMSI say orange or red can come from the ionization of atmospheric nitrogen and oxygen at high altitude. Blue can indicate the presence of magnesium, nickel or copper. The sightings come less than a week after a green fireball was spotted over the region.

Courthouse Immigration Arrest

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(Salem, OR) -- Marion County Sheriff's deputies helped federal immigration agents take a man into custody inside of the Marion County Courthouse Thursday. Court security deputies confirmed agents had a signed federal arrest warrant for 39-year-old Daniel Lopez-Mojica before helping take him into custody. However, a second person, for which agents only had an administrative warrant, was taken into custody with no assistance from local officials. That person allegedly resisted arrest but was eventually escorted out of the building.

Studded Tire Removal Deadline

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(Salem, OR) -- The deadline is fast approaching for drivers to remove studded tires from their vehicle. Oregon's deadline to remove studded tires is March 31st, which is next Tuesday. Police can issue a 165-dollar ticket if you have studded tires past the deadline. Studded tires cause several million dollars in damage to Oregon highways every winter.

Oregon Couple Suing AK Kennel

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(Fairbanks, AK) -- An Oregon couple is suing an Alaska dogsled company over injuries from a 2024 tour accident. Court records show Randall and Philippa Hall claim their sled overturned after hitting a hazard while following a guide's instructions. The complaint alleges Trail Breaker Kennel failed to properly inspect trails, warn of dangers, and train staff. The couple says they suffered serious injuries and are seeking unspecified damages. The suit has been filed in Fairbanks Superior Court in Alaska with no hearing scheduled.

OR Man Sues Over Trump Coin

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(Portland, OR) -- An Oregon man is launching a legal battle against a recently approved Trump coin. James Rickher filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Mint and Treasury to stop the coin honoring President Trump from going into production. Rickher says a law from 1866 prevents the appearance of living people on U.S. currency. The Trump Administration says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has the final say on coin designs, and claims rules for commemorative currency are different. Rickher disagrees. He expects a hearing in federal court in the next few weeks.

Jail Inmate Dies

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(Portland, OR) -- An inmate at the Multnomah County Detention Center died Thursday. The Sheriff's Office says, on Wednesday, deputies responded to a 65-year-old man who was suffering a medical incident. They performed lifesaving measures and the man was taken to a hospital where he died the next day. The East County Major Crimes Team is conducting a death investigation.

ICE Tear Gas Order Paused

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(Portland, OR) -- A panel of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has paused an order by a federal judge in Portland that stopped ICE officers from using tear gas outside of their building in South Portland. The Department of Homeland Security argued it is authorized to do what is appropriate and necessary to diffuse violence against officers. The plaintiffs in the suit were the ACLU and residents of a nearby apartment complex. Oral arguments will be held April 7th.

FBI Hiring Event

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(Portland, OR) -- The FBI is hiring, and you can learn how to become a Special Agent at an event this Saturday in Portland. They'll discuss the role of an FBI Special Agent, the application process, how to qualify for the physical fitness test, and training at Quantico. The in-person event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. March 28th at the FBI Portland Field Office on Northeast Cascades Parkway.

Explosive Device Found On Park Bench

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(Salem, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into an explosive device that was found on a bench at Geer Park in Salem yesterday. Police used a drone to get a close look at what appeared to be a pipe bomb. A robot was used to disable the device. Investigators say it was likely a modified commercial-grade firework. A community member reported the device, but police don't know how it got there.

Retail Theft Mission

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police continue to focus on retail theft. The latest mission happened March 18th at Jantzen Beach Shopping Center. Officers made five arrests and recovered 400 dollars in stolen property. One suspect was wearing a stolen backpack filled with shoes.

Explosive Device Arrest

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(Ashland, OR) -- A man is under arrest in Ashland following an explosion inside of a car. It happened Wednesday morning. Police found a second device that was later determined to not be a threat. Evidence led investigators to a suspect in several other cases. 32-year-old Michael Beugli, of Ashland, was arrested on multiple charges including arson and manufacturing a destructive device.

Lawsuit Could Limit State Hospital Access

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(Salem, OR) -- District attorneys from Clackamas, Washington and Marion counties are concerned the state isn't arguing against a lawsuit that could limit access to the State Hospital. The lawsuit was filed by Disability Rights Oregon and Metropolitan Public Defenders, because it's taking too long for defendants to get into the hospital. The DA's say if 30-day and 180-day extensions are eliminated it'll put dangerous defendants on the streets. They say the ultimate solution is more capacity at the State Hospital.

PBOT Extends Comment Period On Automated Vehicle Rules

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland Bureau of Transportation is extending the deadline to comment on proposed automated vehicle rules. So far, more than 70 comments have been made along with in-person and virtual meetings. In 2018, the City Council adopted a rule for testing the vehicles. Now, AVs are being used in over a dozen cities with plans for deployment in at least 20 more cities over the next year. The comment deadline is being extended from April 4th to April 10th.

Salem Named Oregon's Tree City Of The Year

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Forestry Urban and Community Forestry Program has chosen Salem as the state's Tree City of the Year. Salem has taken an aggressive approach to the threat of the tree-killing emerald ash borer. Plus, Salem has been a Tree City USA for 50 years. Salem was the first city to meet the qualifications and earned the Tree City USA designation.

Child Care Funding

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(Salem, OR) -- A total of 20-million dollars will be distributed to 61 child care projects in 28 Oregon counties. The money comes from the Child Care Infrastructure Fund. It was created by the legislature in 2024 when it approved 50-million dollars in bonds. The program helps providers overcome the high cost of building, renovating, and maintaining facilities.

Salem Menacing Arrest

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(Salem, OR) -- Salem Police have arrested a 19-year-old man following a firearm investigation that began with a reported menacing incident in February. The victim told police Nafi Gelgelu menaced him with a rifle and handgun following a dispute on social media. Police searched Gelgelu's residence and found two AR-style rifles and a 12-gauge shotgun. Gelgelu was booked into the Polk County jail where the charges originated.

Larger Meteors Hitting Earth

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(Portland, OR) -- Meteors hitting Earth are getting larger. In the last week, meteors caused sonic booms over Ohio and Texas. Part of the meteor in Texas damaged a house. A bright green fireball was spotted over the Northwest this week. Jim Todd, at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, says a review of global Fireball Logs shows there has not been an increase in the number of fireballs, but there has been an increase in their size, which means larger meteors are hitting Earth's atmosphere.

New High-Tech Firefighting Aircraft

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Forestry has a new high-tech plane it'll use for fighting wildfires. The new Twin Otter can fly longer and carry a heavier payload than the state's previous 30-year-old plane that's being retired. The new plane has Artificial Intelligence-enabled wide-area mapping, high-definition thermal imaging, augmented reality mapping software, and equipment for night operations.

Portland Copper Theft Ring Arrests

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(Portland, OR) -- Police say they've arrested several suspects in connection with a copper theft ring in Portland. The Portland Police Bureau says it worked with Lumen Technologies, which owns CenturyLink, to identify and catch the suspects. They're accused of stealing overhead and underground wire. One person allegedly acted as a broker who accepted stolen copper, and then used a business to sell it as scrap. The investigation has taken more than a year.

Multnomah County Judge Race

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(Portland, OR) -- Only one judge on Multnomah County's May ballot is being challenged. Judge Adrian Brown was elected in 2020. For the last couple of years, the District Attorney has refused to bring serious felonies to her courtroom, citing erratic behavior and confusing rulings. Peter Klym, an attorney with the Oregon Public Defense Commission, is now running against Judge Brown. He submitted candidate paperwork just 30 minutes before the filing deadline.

Community College Strike

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(Portland, OR) -- The strike against Portland Community College is in its third week, and it doesn't appear agreement on a contract is near. PCC increased its offer with a higher cost of living proposal and bigger contributions to health care. The union says PCC won't consider back pay for striking workers, and that's a problem. The union also says PCC rescinded an offer to allow employees to cash out vacation.

Oregon Gas Prices Soar

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(Portland, OR) -- The average price of a gallon of gas in Oregon increased 33 cents over the last week to four-87 a gallon. Triple-A reports the national average is up 19 cents to three-98. Both the national and Oregon averages for regular gas have jumped about a dollar per gallon since the Iran war began. This is also the time of year when more expensive summer blends of fuel cause prices to rise. Diesel in Oregon averages five-93, which is an increase of 45 cents over the week.

Restaurant Owner Tax Evasion

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(Salem, OR) -- A Salem restaurant owner has pleaded guilty to three counts of tax evasion. The Oregon Department of Revenue reports Michael Pfohl, of Salem, didn't pay over 90-thousand dollars that his employees owed for income taxes. Under the plea deal, Pfohl was sentenced to four years supervised probation, 80 hours community service and a fine of six-thousand dollars. He previously served three days in jail. He must also repay the missing tax money.

Smith Rocks Rescue

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(Terrebonne, OR) -- A nighttime rescue helped get two stranded climbers on the ground at Smith Rock State park in Central Oregon. Two men were stuck on a narrow ledge nearly 400 feet off the ground. Their ropes got stuck in rocks. Deschutes County Search and Rescue navigated steep, exposed terrain in the dark to reach the stranded men, who were visiting from Eugene and Salem. They touched the ground at 1 a.m. Tuesday. Neither was hurt, although they were cold and not prepared for nighttime temperatures.

Bob Dylan Adds Shows In West Coast

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(Undated) -- Bob Dylan is coming to Oregon. The Grammy-winning singer updated his touring schedule on his official website, adding an additional 12 shows to his trek. He'll be traveling to Oregon, California and Arizona. Tickets go on sale March 27th, with the Santa Barbara show going on sale March 28th.

Street Takeover Ends With Arrests

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(Portland, OR) -- Several people are facing citations after Portland Police responded to two illegal street takeover events early Monday. Drivers near Northeast 158th Avenue and Airport Way left when police arrived. As many as 100 people were involved in another event at Northeast 13th and Multnomah. Officers stopped one car that was performing stunts and another car that was controlling traffic. Four people were cited. Both vehicles were towed and three guns were seized.

Brother Sentenced In Twin's Murder

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(Portland, OR) -- A Multnomah County judge has sentenced 29-year-old Martre Oliver for killing his twin brother. In 2022, they were in the parking lot of a motel at Northeast 82nd and Sandy. Surveillance video showed them get out of a vehicle in the parking lot. They were on the driver's side when Martese Oliver hit his brother who fell the ground, out of the camera's view. When Martese walked toward his brother, there were three gunshots. Martese died in the hotel's lobby. Martre Oliver was convicted of Manslaughter and sentenced to 12 years in prison.

Invasive Mussels Found On Boat

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(Ashland, OR) -- A boat with invasive quagga mussels was stopped at the Ashland Boat Inspection Station. Oregon watches boats for quagga and zebra mussels to keep them out of lakes and rivers. They can cause millions of dollars in damage to irrigation equipment and dams. The boat was from Lake Havasu, Arizona. The boat was decontaminated and the mussels removed. Since the boat inspection program started in 2010, there have been 185 boats found with invasive freshwater mussels and more than 37-hundred boats with other types of aquatic biofouling.

Oregon Joins USDA Lawsuit

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon is joining 20 states in a lawsuit over conditions by the Trump Administration to receive USDA funding. The Administration created a rule that states must comply with immigration, diversity, equity and inclusion, and gender identity positions. The lawsuit claims the Administration hasn't defined what's required to meet the rule and it violates the constitution and the Administrative Procedure Act. The funding is used for several food programs including SNAP, WIC and school lunches.

Oregon Sends Firefighters To North Carolina

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(Salem, OR) -- Nearly two-dozen Oregon firefighters are helping battle wildfires in North Carolina. Oregon has sent 21 firefighters to North Carolina to help out. Oregon has a mutual aid agreement with North Carolina and when there aren't significant fires burning in Oregon, crews are sent to other states to help. The crews went to Ashville for a briefing, and they were moved into fire operations immediately. The firefighters are from the Douglas Forest Protective Association, Coos Forest Protective Association and other Oregon Department of Forestry Protection Districts.

MAX Station Shooting Ends With Crash

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into a shooting at a MAX station that led to a crash involving several vehicles. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office responded to the Clackamas Town Center MAX station where the shooting happened Saturday evening. Several people ran from the scene and one stolen car sped away with deputies in pursuit. It traveled north on I-205 to the Washington Street exit where it crashed into several stopped vehicles. No one was injured in the shooting. Several people suffered minor injuries in the crash. One juvenile was arrested for Unauthorized Use of a Weapon.

Stabbing Suspect Arrested

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(Salem, OR) -- Salem Police have arrested a man in connection with a stabbing on Friday. Officers responded to a fight in a parking lot on Liberty Road South near King Street. They found a 19-year-old man with multiple injuries, including stab wounds. Investigators say the victim was yelling and damaging property before he was confronted by 45-year-old Jason Alberts. They got into a fight. The victim was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. He's now in stable condition. Alberts is charged with Assault in the First Degree.

Oaks Park Opens For Spring Break

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(Portland, OR) -- Oaks Park is open for Spring Break. There are 24 rides, classic carnival games, miniature golf, and the oldest roller-skating rink in the U.S. which turns 120-years-old this year. The Wurlitzer pipe organ in the skating rink turns 100. The carousel also turns 100 this year. For the first time, they're selling season passes at 74-dollars for people under 48-inches tall and 139-dollars for people taller than 48-inches. Oaks Park is open noon to 5 p.m. during spring break. They open for the summer on June 12.

Homeless Shelter Lawsuit

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(Portland, OR) -- An apartment landlord in Portland's Peal district is suing the city for six-million-dollars over a low-barrier homeless shelter. The lawsuit by the ORO Apartments claims income from renters has dropped, because of problems with residents of the shelter. They say there's been drug use, public disorder, sanitation hazards and criminal activity. The lawsuit seeks an injunction to close the shelter.

Help Sought Identifying Body

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(Portland, OR) -- A man's body found in September near the Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area in North Portland remains unidentified. The Multnomah County Medical Examiner is asking for help with the case. The man is believed to be Black, at least 50 years old and was probably missing for several months. Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the Multnomah County Medical Examiner's office.

New Purse Snatcher

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(Tigard, OR) -- A man was arrested in Tigard for stealing 22 purses that had nothing in them. The purses were new and Victor Llarena-Moren is accused of stealing them from a store in late February. After stealing the first batch, he changed clothes and returned to take more. He put them in a car where police recovered the bags and a wallet stolen from another location. Officers also found a license plate in the trunk, which wasn't registered to the car. The plate on the car was also stolen.

Hillsboro Shooting

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- Three teenagers were wounded in a shooting Saturday night in Hillsboro. Several calls came into 911 about a shooting at Northwest Events & Environments on Century Boulevard during an event. Three teens were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Police say the suspects are not in custody, but detectives are actively pursuing leads.

Lane County Triple DUI

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(Dexter, OR) -- Lane County Sheriff's deputies arrested three people for DUI following one crash. It started Thursday morning when a car hit a tree near Dexter. When deputies arrived, a 22-year-old man was behind the wheel and had pulled the car back onto the road. He was arrested for DUI. The investigation found a 22-year-old woman was the driver who crashed, and she was arrested for DUI. A second car pulled up to the scene, and the 20-year-old driver was DUI, and also taken into custody. All three had been drinking together before the crash.

Cornell Road To Remain Closed

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(Portland, OR) -- Northwest Cornell Road will remain closed longer than expected because of a landslide and a sink hole. The Portland Bureau of Transportation says extensive repairs are needed and Cornell Road might need to remain closed through April. The closure is from Skyline Boulevard to Thompson Road.

Business Owner Charged With Money Laundering Millions

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(Medford, OR)  --  The owner of three southern Oregon businesses is charged with laundering millions of dollars in drug money.  Federal prosecutors say Jose Paramo Arguello, a Mexican national in the U.S. illegally, charged a ten percent commission on money transfers to Mexico.  He allegedly knew the money was from drug sales.  More than 13-million-dollars were transferred from January 2024 through December 2025.  

Portland Arts Tax Needs Tracking

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(Portland, OR)  --  The Portland City Auditor says the city's Art Tax has no way of knowing whether it's working.  Anyone making money in the city needs to pay the 35-dollar fee.  It raises 11-million-dollars a year.  The money is supposed to fund one art teacher for every 500 Portland elementary school students.  Extra money goes toward arts organizations.  The audit found there's no procedure to measure whether the tax is working or not.

Sheriff Settles Over Hijab Lawsuit

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(Portland, OR) -- Multnomah County is settling a lawsuit over two male police officers forcibly removing hijabs from two women without their consent. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will pay 30-thousand dollars to settle the lawsuit. The two women were arrested during a protest at the Grand Floral Parade in 2024. During the booking process, male deputies removed the women's headscarves and exposed their hair, which violates their religion. The lawsuit was brought by the Council on American-Islamic Relations. The Sheriff's Office has a new policy that requires female deputies to remove inmates' hijabs in a private area away from men's eyes during strip searches, and a replacement hijab must be provided to inmates while they are in the holding cell.

Child Sex Abuse Investigations

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(Salem, OR) -- A southern Oregon man has been arrested for child sex abuse and two men have been sentenced on similar charges. They were investigated by the Oregon Department of Justice Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Last summer, police searched the home of Kyle Foster, in Lakeside, and found evidence that child sexual abuse videos were made there. He faces 12 charges. Two other Coos County men were convicted on similar charges. Dean Fanin was sentenced to seven years in prison and Joseph O'Connor was sentenced to eight years in prison.

Oregon Man Facing Charges In Connecticut Over Email Scam

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(Norwalk, CT) -- An Oregon man is in Connecticut to face charges of larceny and forgery. Matthew Patterson is being accused of scamming a company into wiring a large sum of money to a bank in Washington instead of a contractor. Authorities say most of the funds have been frozen, seized and returned. Patterson has an Oregon driver's license but was located in upstate New York after being linked to multiple addresses. Patterson is being held on a 500-thousand dollar bond and is set to appear in court on April 2nd.

Two Salem Measles Exposures

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(Salem, OR) -- State health officials are warning residents about two new measles exposures in Salem. The Oregon Health Authority says one happened at the Salem Health Hospital emergency department on Monday March 16th from 6:10 p.m. through 8:30 p.m. The other exposure happened at the Kaiser Permanente Skyline Medical Office on Skyline Road. The infected person was on the second floor Friday March 13th from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. If you were in those areas, contact your medical provider to check your immunization status.

Cold Case Help

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- Oregon State Police are asking for help with the murder of a mother and her daughter in 1982. The bodies of 33-year-old Vickie McGuire and her ten-year-old daughter Cristal were found near the Gales Creek campground. Their deaths were homicides. A person of interest was named, but the circumstances around their disappearance and death were never established. There also wasn't a connection made between the recovery location and the McGuires or the person of interest. Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact the OSP Cold Case Unit.

Crime Stoppers Service Possibly Hacked

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(Portland, OR) -- The third-party company that collects tips through Crime Stoppers programs may have been hacked. Portland Police say the validity and scope of the data breach are still under investigation. Until that's complete, police are advising that you not use the Crime Stoppers website to submit tips and email them to crimetips at police dot Portland Oregon dot gov.

Judge Blocks Trump's Attempt To Stop Gender-Affirming Care

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(Portland, OR) -- A federal judge is siding with Oregon and 21 other states in their lawsuit against the Trump administration's attempt to stop gender-affirming care. The judge has issued an order blocking the Trump Administration from stopping Medicare and Medicaid funding to clinics that offer gender-affirming care. Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield led the lawsuit with a coalition of 21 other states. The judge issued a summary judgment that the Administration can't threaten to cut off hospitals and clinics from federal funding if they provide gender-affirming care.

High Visibility St. Patrick's Weekend Patrols

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police and other area law enforcement agencies conducted a high visibility patrol over the St. Patrick's weekend. Portland Police made nearly 800 traffic stops, wrote 571 citations, and gave 570 warnings. 76 people were arrested. 61 of those people were arrested for driving under the influence.

Gorge Wildfire Recovery Help

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(White Salmon, WA) -- The Columbia River Gorge Commission and the U.S.D.A. have announced their support for revised disaster recovery efforts in the gorge. Last year, wildfires burned 15-thousand acres and destroyed more than 200 homes. The revised management plan will allow for temporary RV living and expedited landowner storage solutions for residents. It provides longer-term solutions for landowners while balancing the need to protect Gorge resources.

Murder Arson Conviction

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(Oregon City, OR) -- A Clackamas County jury has found a man guilty of murder and arson to destroy the victim's body. 33-year-old Bobby Alsup rented a room from the victim. Prosecutors say he killed Kaley Snow with a hammer, wrapped her body in a blanket and left it in a shed. He later set the shed on fire. He tried to clean the murder weapon with household chemicals, but the victim's blood was found on his clothing. He'll be sentenced March 25th and faces a minimum of life in prison with possible parole after 25 years.

Deadly Bat Fungus Found In First Oregon Bats

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(Salem, OR) -- A deadly fungus to bats has been found in seven dead bats in Oregon. White-nose syndrome was found in bat guano last year at a roost in Clatsop County. The National Wildlife Health Center has confirmed the disease was found in six Yuma myotis bats in Columbia County and one little brown myotis bat in Benton County. They were all found dead in residential areas. The fungus grows on the bat's skin causing irritation. When they're supposed to be hibernating, they frequently wake up to groom off the fungus and that uses up critical energy they need for hibernation.

Trump Administration Investigates Oregon Health Plan

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(Salem, OR) -- A U.S. House committee is expanding its investigation into Medicaid fraud to include Oregon. It's requesting information related to fraud, waste and abuse. Governor Tina Kotek issued a statement saying Oregon has strong systems to detect abuse early, investigate and hold bad actors accountable. Over the last four years, Oregon has recovered more than 159-million-dollars in improper Medicaid payments. In addition, the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit in the Oregon Department of Justice recovered over 54-million-dollars since 2020.

Cesar Chavez Boulevard Possible Renaming

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(Portland, OR) -- The city of Portland is considering a call to rename César Chavez Boulevard amid allegations the farm labor rights leader sexually abused women. Dolores Huerta helped co-found the United Farm Workers Union and says she was sexually abused by Chavez. Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos says she's started discussions about the name change. Portland Mayor Keith Wilson says he's open to the conversation and it needs to be a community driven process.

ODOT Creates Landslide Website

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(Siletz, OR) -- Oregon Highway 229 near Siletz remains covered by a massive landslide. The Oregon Department of Transportation doesn't know how long it'll take to reopen. Engineers need to determine how the slide will be removed and the road rebuilt. ODOT has created an "OR 229 Landslide" webpage. It updates progress on the project. There is a detour, but ODOT says drivers should expect longer travel times on alternate routes.

Transportation Bill Lawsuit

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is being sued over the short time allowed to gather signatures to put statements in the Voter's Pamphlet concerning the transportation referendum on the May Primary. Read told legislators they were missing deadlines by delaying a bill to move the vote from November to May. The lawsuit claims the short deadline violates the Americans with Disabilities Act. It seeks an emergency hearing to consider a temporary restraining order.

Train Crash DUI Victim

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(Harrisburg, OR) -- The Linn County Sheriff's Office is investigating a train crash involving a car on the tracks near Harrisburg. Early Saturday morning, a car turned onto the tracks traveling about 50 feet before getting stuck. The car was sideways when the train hit the rear of the vehicle, causing it to spin. 72-year-old Jon McKibben suffered critical injuries. Investigators believe alcohol was factor. They don't know why McKibben drove onto the tracks.

Shooting Victim Dies

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(Portland, OR) -- A man who was shot in a northeast Portland motel on March 5th has died. 50-year-old Robert Lambert was found with a gunshot wound at the motel near 133rd and Northeast Sandy Boulevard. Following the shooting, 40-year-old Pryce Lampkin was arrested and charged with Attempted Murder. Additional charges are pending, because of Lambert's death.

Natural Gas Leak Evacuation

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(Vancouver, WA) -- A broken natural gas line forced the evacuation of around 20 homes in Vancouver Tuesday morning. A contractor digging near Northeast 60th Avenue near 59th Avenue hit a two-inch gas line. Vancouver Firefighters found a heavy smell of natural gas and used reverse 911 to alert residents of the danger. Northwest Natural crews arrived and stopped the leak. Residents were allowed to return to their homes.

Delta Park Bottle Drop Closing

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(Portland, OR) -- The Delta Park Bottle Drop will close July 31st. The Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative, which runs the Bottle Drop locations, says the number of Green and Blue Bag drop sites at retailers will increase, adding locations where bottles can be recycled. There won't be machines where bottles can be returned individually. An eight percent fee is charged on returns in the Green Bag program.

Salem Deadly Force Incident

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(Salem, OR) -- The Marion County Sheriff's Office says deputies were involved in a use of deadly force incident Tuesday morning. Deputies responded to a 9-1-1 hang-up call at a home. A caller reported they were being held hostage. Oregon State Police say deputies entered the home and found 39-year-old Juan Carlos Gomez-Valles armed with two knives. There was an altercation and one deputy fired hitting Gomez-Valles. He was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Deputies Alan Jefferson and Tyson Gardner are both recruit deputies who have been on the job for less than a year. They weren't injured.

OR Ranks Among Worst States For Doctors

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon ranks among the worst states in which to practice medicine. A new report from personal finance site WalletHub ranks all 50 states and Washington D.C. to find out which areas are the best for doctors. WalletHub used metrics like the number of hospitals per capita, rate of residents with insurance, and projected number of physicians by 2032. Oregon was ranked 44th in the nation. Montana ranked number one as the best state for doctors, followed by Indiana in second. New York and New Jersey were ranked as the worst states in the nation for doctors.

PDX Spring Break

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland International Airport is preparing for the Spring Break rush from March 19th through April 14th. Nearly one-point-four-million travelers are expected. It's a two percent increase over last year. Friday March 27th is the busiest day with around 55-thousand travelers expected. TSA wait times are posted at Fly PDX dot com. Travelers are advised to get to the airport two hours before their flight.

Coast Guard Rescue

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(Lincoln City, OR) -- A hiker near Lincoln City was rescued by a Coast Guard helicopter crew on Saturday. The person was stuck on the side of a steep cliff at God's Thumb. North Lincoln Fire and Rescue wasn't able to safely perform a high-angle rope rescue. The person was hoisted into the helicopter and treated at a hospital for minor injuries.

Suspect In Multiple Assaults Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police arrested a man Sunday who's accused of committing a series of assaults. 43-year-old Judson Defir allegedly entered a church and touched a woman inappropriately. Two women walking in the neighborhood say he also grabbed them. Then, he entered a woman's house, forced her into a room and assaulted her. Police located Defir near Southeast 68th and Clinton Street where he was arrested. He'll be charged with attempted rape and kidnapping.

Child Luring Suspect Arrested

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(Beaverton, OR) -- A Beaverton man has been arrested for allegedly trying to lure a child to have sex. A Sherwood Police officer was working undercover posing as a teen on dating and social media websites. 22-year-old Pranav Joshi is accused of responding to the posts, sending explicit photographs to the investigator. A Washington County grand jury indicted Joshi on four counts of luring a minor and online sexual corruption of a child.

Slide Closes NW Cornell Road

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(Portland, OR) -- A landslide created a sinkhole on Northwest Cornell Road in Portland. The Bureau of Transportation has closed Cornell Road from Thompson to Skyline Boulevard, so it can determine the extent of the damage. The road could remain closed for several days. Local access is available for residents and businesses.

Sports Bra Adds New Location

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(Portland, OR) -- The Sports Bra, the world's first sports bar dedicated exclusively to televising women's sports started in Portland and is adding a new bar in Portland, Maine. Co-owners Ann Freeman and Emily Lesher formed a women's soccer league in Maine. The Sports Bra has other franchises in Boston, Indianapolis, Las Vegas and St. Louis.

Man Sentenced To Prison Over Rent Stabbing

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(Portland, OR) -- A Portland man has been sentenced to nearly 12 years in prison for stabbing his roommate over a rent dispute. Lazarus Ramirez stabbed the victim ten times and fled. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to OHSU where a trauma team saved his life. A Multnomah County jury found Ramirez guilty of Assault in the First Degree.

Oregon Flags Half-Staff

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has ordered flags on state buildings to be lowered to half-staff today in honor of former State Senator Avel Gordly. He died February 16th. Her celebration of life will be held in Portland on Tuesday. Gordly was the first Black woman elected to the Oregon State Senate and an advocate for civil rights, access to mental health care, and public education.

Hit And Run Driver Sought

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office is trying to identify a hit and run vehicle that injured a pedestrian Sunday afternoon. An SUV speeding through the Bethany neighborhood hit a pedestrian who was hospitalized with a broken leg. A witness took photos of the vehicle and it was captured speeding through the neighborhood by surveillance cameras. It was a black Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, likely a 2021 or 2022 model year.

Man Indicted For Threats

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(Portland, OR) -- A federal grand jury in Portland has indicted a man for threatening an elected official in Nevada and minor in Portland. 41-year-old Travis Juhr allegedly left a voicemail for the person in Nevada and posted on X a threat with the victim's photo. Juhr is also accused of making online threats against a minor who attended a counter-protest to support Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. Juhr was arraigned and pleaded not guilty.

PDX TSA Worker Help

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(Portland, OR) -- TSA workers are not getting paid because of the funding dispute in Congress. You can help them. Donation bins have been set up at Portland International Airport to accept non-perishable food, household essentials and gift cards for groceries and gas that are 25 dollars or less. They don't accept clothing, large household items, cash, checks or cash cards.

Water Main Break

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(Portland, OR) -- A watermain broke in front of the Lloyd Center Mall on Multnomah Street Saturday causing flooding that stretched three blocks. The Regal Lloyd Cinemas lost water service. Other businesses, including the nearby Hilton Hotel, were affected by the break. Multnomah Street was closed Saturday while crews excavated and repaired the line. The work was completed by Saturday evening and water service was restored.

Flooding Displaces Residents In RV Park

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(Clatskanie, OR) -- Around 200 people were forced to evacuate the River's Edge RV Park in Clatskanie early Saturday morning. 18 people were rescued by the fire department, because the flood water was too deep. A shelter was set up for evacuated residents and it closed Sunday afternoon. The flooding was caused by a break in the Clatskanie River levee due to the atmospheric river.

Elderly Woman Dies In Mill Creek

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(Salem, OR) -- A 93-year-old woman was found dead in Salem's Mill Creek Sunday morning. Hisako Gaunce was reported missing by her family after she didn't return from an early morning walk. The Marion County Sheriff's Office searched the area and found her body in the river about 200 yards from her family's apartment. Police don't suspect foul play.

Oregon Tariffs Court Order

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(Salem, OR) -- The state of Oregon is trying to put a stop to President Trump's new global tariffs. Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield filed a court order to stop the global tariffs late last week. Rayfield argues Trump is violating the law by attempting to use the Trade Act of 1974 as a basis for the tariffs. Rayfield says Section 122 only allows tariffs when there's large and serious balance-of-payments deficits, and that doesn't exist. A trade deficit is not a balance-of-payment deficit.

Fire Damages Two Homes

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(Vancouver, WA) -- Two homes were heavily damaged by fire Saturday evening in Vancouver. When firefighters arrived at the Cascade Park Estates flames were showing from both houses. Firefighters tried to put out the fire from the inside, but it was too hot. They called a second alarm, and it took about a hour for the fires to be extinguished. No one was hurt. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

Oregon State Hospital Grand Jury Inquiry

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(Salem, OR) -- An investigation is underway into conditions at Oregon's public psychiatric hospital. The Marion County District Attorney convened a grand jury last week to review conditions at the Oregon State Hospital. D-A Paige Clarkson says she's become "increasingly concerned" the hospital can't handle the number of adults in custody with mental health issues. The grand jury will review current operations, capacity challenges, and public safety implications.

Settlement Over Police Officer's Accidental Death

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(Vancouver, WA) -- Clark County has agreed to pay seven-and-a-half-million dollars to the widow of a Vancouver Police officer who was fatally shot by a deputy. In 2022, Vancouver officer Donald Sahota got in a struggle with a burglary suspect and was stabbed. An arriving deputy mistook Sahota for the suspect and fatally shot him. The suspect, Julio Segura, was found guilty of murder and sentenced to 29 years in prison.

Oregon Senator's Housing Bill Moves To House

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(Washington, D.C.) -- A bill sponsored by Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley to stop institutional investors from buying houses passed the U.S. Senate last week. Merkley says homes should be for families not profit centers for Wall Street. He called the bill's advancement a huge win for families. President Trump has supported similar legislation, but it's unclear whether there's enough support in the House to pass the bill.

20 Year Sentence In Beaverton Homicide

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(Beaverton, OR) -- A Beaverton man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for killing his wife. Talon Mitchell was 19 years old in 2023 when he shot his wife, 24-year-old Oulaykham Chopheng, in the head. A Washington County grand jury indicted Mitchell for Murder in the Second Degree. He pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree.

Kotek Calls For Congress To Reclaim Tariff Authority

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(Salem, OR) -- Governor Tina Kotek is joining 18 other Governors in signing a letter urging Congress to take back its authority on tariffs. The U.S. Supreme Court overturned most of President Trump's initial attempt to impose tariffs. Now, he's attempting to use another law impose 15 percent global tariffs. Oregon has joined a coalition of states in a lawsuit against those tariffs. Kotek says Oregon's economy relies heavily on international trade and the tariffs will drive up prices.

Fatal Pedestrian Crash

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(Portland, OR) -- A pedestrian was killed in a crash early Thursday in North Portland. Police responded to North Columbia Boulevard and Clarendon Avenue where a man had been hit. He died at the scene. Two vehicles hit the man and both drivers stopped and cooperated with the investigation.

Mudslide Hits Apartments

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(Portland, OR) -- The Indian Hills apartments in southwest Portland were evacuated Thursday after a mudslide covered the parking lot. City landslide experts were examining the hillside to determine whether more debris could come down. The apartments were evacuated. The Red Cross is helping displaced residents.

Atmospheric River Continues To Flood Northwest

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(Portland, OR) -- Flood watches and warnings remain posted in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington because of an atmospheric river. Portland could get another two inches of rain by Friday evening. Heavier rain is expected along the coast and in the mountains. Snow levels will be above six-thousand-feet.

PBOT Offers Safe Ride Coupons Over St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland Bureau of Transportation is offering discounts for safe rides home over the St. Patrick's Day celebration period. That runs from today through Tuesday, 6 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. each day. You can download coupons now from the PBOT website and can be used any evening through Tuesday. The coupons are for rides originating in Portland on Uber, Lyft, and taxis.

New Measles Exposure Location

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(Gresham, OR) -- Health officials are confirming a new measles exposure incident in the Portland area. The Oregon Health Authority says the exposure happened at the WinCo store on Southeast 1st Street in Gresham Saturday March 7th. The infected person was in the store around 2 p.m. and customers could have been exposed to the virus through 5 p.m. If you were at the store during that time, check with your health care provider to determine whether you're immunized or need to watch for symptoms.

Judge Rules Legislature Can Move Referendum

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon state lawmakers are getting the go-ahead to move the vote on the transportation funding referendum from November to May. A Marion County judge has ruled the Oregon Legislature can move the vote to May. The ruling states the plaintiffs would not likely succeed in their case to prevent the date change. A separate federal lawsuit asked a judge to waive the 12-hundred-dollar fee, or 500-signature requirement, needed to get a statement in the Voter's Pamphlet. The judge issued a limited temporary restraining order, because of a potential violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Coffee Creek Inmate Dies

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(Wilsonville, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into the death of an inmate from the Coffee Creek Correctional Institution in Wilsonville. The Oregon Department of Corrections says 40-year-old Leminnie Picard died at an area hospital. They didn't say why she was hospitalized. The Oregon State Medical Examiner will determine her cause of death. Oregon State Police are investigating.

Wyden, Merkley Ask Trump To Help Potato Farmers

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Democratic Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley are part of a bipartisan group of senators asking President Trump to prioritize opening Japanese markets to U.S. grown potatoes. Wyden and Merkley, along with Idaho Senator Mike Crapo, are asking the Trump Administration to talk with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during her upcoming visit to the U.S. Selling U.S. potatoes in Japan could be worth 150-million-dollars a year.

OR Department Of Environmental Quality Fines Landfill $3M

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(Corvallis, OR) -- A landfill near Corvallis is facing a hefty fine for violating air quality standards. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has fined the Coffin Butte Landfill three-million-dollars for air quality violations. Most of the fine is for not installing a system to collect methane gas, monitoring emissions, and for not repairing the landfill cover. Methane is a gas that contributes to climate change. Valley Landfills Incorporated has 20 days to appeal the fine.

Injured Logger Airlifted

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(Estacada, OR) -- An injured logger was airlifted from a work zone near Estacada on Monday. Estacada Fire says the logger suffered a broken leg and other injuries from a falling tree. The terrain was extremely steep and many fallen trees prevented rescuers from carrying the person out. After the logger was stabilized, an Oregon Army National Guard helicopter responded to airlift the person to a hospital.

Atmospheric River To Bring Heavy Rain

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(Portland, OR) -- An atmospheric river will bring heavy rain to northern Oregon and Washington state through Friday. The National Weather Service says the northern Oregon Coast could receive four to eight inches of rain by Saturday. The Portland area could get two to five inches of rain. It depends on how the storm strengthens and moves into the region. Another atmospheric river storm is possible early next week.

Pacific Power Prepares For Wildfire Season

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(Portland, OR) -- Power companies are taking action to reduce risk the grid could cause a wildfire. Brandon Capps, with Pacific Power, says they're upgrading equipment to lower the risk. In areas of high risk, they install equipment that's more sensitive to a problem and shuts power off faster. Increased sensitivity also means a greater chance of a power outage when there isn't a problem. Public Safety Power Shutoffs will be used when weather conditions are extreme. People with powered medical devices should contact their utility in advance to see if they're eligible for a discount on a backup power supply.

PPS Considers Closing Schools

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Public Schools could face closure of five to ten schools next year, because of a 50-million-dollar budget shortfall. This is on top of a 22-million-dollar budget gap this year. Superintendent Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong said she'll present the proposed closures to the board in November. Declining enrollment and higher costs for the Public Employee Retirement System are among the reasons for the budget hole. A program to increase enrollment for kindergarten students saw a slight gain last fall.

PPS Budget Shortfall

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Public Schools faces a 22-million-dollar budget shortfall this year. They found ways to reduce that to 14-million-dollars. Superintendent Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong says they're talking with unions about furlough days to cut the rest of the money. Staff in the central office will take five furlough days. They're also cutting a third of licensed administrators. The effect on school schedules will depend on how negotiations with the unions proceed.

Metro President Take City Manager Job

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(Portland, OR) -- Metro Council President Lynn Peterson will resign effective Friday to take the city manager job in Lake Oswego. Peterson was elected Metro Council President in 2018. Term limits prevented her from running again this year. She's lived in Lake Oswego since 1996 and served on its city council from 2002 through 2006.

Beaverton Man Sentenced In Child Sexual Exploitation Case

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(Portland, OR) -- A Beaverton man has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting children. Miseal Flores Ramirez pleaded guilty to the charges. In 2023, he contacted young teens on social media apps and convinced them to send sexually explicit videos and images. A search of his home found over two-thousand images.

Nearly $2 Billion In Tax Refund Fraud Stopped

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Department of Revenue has stopped nearly two-billion-dollars in tax refund fraud over the last five years. In 2024, the record kicker refund led to one-point-four-billion dollars in attempted fraud. In many cases, fraud is being conducted by criminals running complex schemes. There are also breaches of tax-preparer data, tax-related identity theft, and intentional false claims for refunds.

Atmospheric River

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(Portland, OR) -- A strong atmospheric river is headed to the Pacific Northwest. It arrives today and will continue through Friday. Several inches of rain are expected at the Coast, in the Willamette Valley and the Cascade foothills. The Cascades will get snow, but then snow levels will move up to six-thousand feet bringing rain to most of the Cascades, except the highest mountains. Gusty winds are expected when the storm arrives. Large scale flooding is not expected.

Elephant's Delicatessen Fire Human Caused

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(Portland, OR) -- Investigators say a fire that caused major damage to the Elephant's Delicatessen in Northwest Portland was human caused. Arriving firefighters said it appeared the fire started on the outside and went into the attic. The building's construction made the fire difficult to put out. No injuries were reported. Surveillance pictures of a person outside of the building wearing a blanket have been released. Investigators are asking for tips to help identify the person.

Oregon Gas Prices Up 31 Cents

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(Portland, OR) -- The U.S.-Israel war against Iran and seasonal changes in the type of gas used are causing prices to rise significantly. Triple-A reports that the national average increased 43 cents to three-54 a gallon over the last week. Oregon's average increased 31 cents to four-26. Oregon's average was already elevated from a three day shutdown of the Olympic Pipeline, which is back in operation. Summer blends of fuel are now being produced, which are more expensive.

OLCC Chance To Purchase

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission is offering its March Chance to Purchase event. They make difficult to buy spirits available through a drawing. Prices range from the Weller C.Y.P.B. Straight Bourbon at 65 dollars a bottle to a 900 dollar bottle of Cutty Sark Centenary Scotch. You can sign up on the OLCC's website.

14 Arrested During Human Trafficking Mission

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police arrested 14 people during human trafficking missions in January and February. They focused on the area around Northeast 82nd and Sandy Boulevard where there's a history of sex trafficking. The suspects were arrested or cited for commercial sexual solicitation. Providers are offered contacts with advocates or connection to resources.

One Injured In Shooting

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(Portland, OR) -- One person was injured in a shooting early Monday in Northeast Portland. Police officers responded to a report of a shooting near Northeast 148th and Burnside. They found a man who had been shot and was suffering life-threatening injuries. He was hospitalized. Homicide detectives are investigating. No information about a suspect has been released.

Storage Unit Thief Sentenced

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(Oregon City, OR) -- A man who stole more than 65-thousand dollars worth of items from storage units in Sandy has been sentenced to prison. 43-year-old Joseph Kautz rented a storage unit and then cut locks from other units and replaced them with his own lock. He stole tools, jewelry, an antique pocket watch collection, and a glass ball containing ashes from one victim's son. He sold the items at pawn shops. He's already serving time for probation violation in Marion County. He was sentenced to an additional 22 months in prison.

Trail Blazers Women's History

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(Portland, OR) -- The Portland Trail Blazers will host their Women's History Celebration game this Friday when the team plays the Utah Jazz. There will be girls-focused nonprofits on the concourse and a reunion showcasing 38 years of BlazerDancers. The pregame parade will feature Momentum Dance Collaborative performers. Women-owned restaurant Skinny Chef will be featured serving traditional Indian flavors. And, the 360 photo booth will have a special Women's History Celebration photo.

Suspect Arrested In Connection With Explosive Devices

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(Parkdale, OR) -- A Parkdale man who was on probation for making explosive devices has been arrested for doing it again. On March 1st, multiple reports of a loud explosion in the Parkdale area came into the Hood River County Sheriff's Office. They got a search warrant for a property where 35-year-old Westun Harvey was living. They found multiple explosive devices. He's charged with possessing and making destructive devices along with probation violation.

Wrong Way Fatal Crash

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(Ridgefield, WA) -- Two people were killed in a wrong way crash on I-5 northbound early Monday near Ridgefield. It happened near the Gee Creek Rest Area. One person in each car was killed. 40-year-old Rebecca Hantho was from La Center. The name of the second driver hasn't been released.

Sandy River Smelt Fishery Approved

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(Troutdale, OR) -- For the fourth year in a row, enough smelt are returning to the Sandy River that there will be a smelt harvest. It'll happen between noon and 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Smelt grow six to nine inches long and they're harvested by dip-net. Each dipper can collect ten pounds of smelt. You need an Oregon fishing license to take part. Smelt spend most of their life in the ocean and return to the Columbia River and some tributaries to spawn. It's been nearly 50-years since there's been a smelt harvest in the Sandy River four years in a row.

Restaurant Stabbing Suspect Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- A suspect in a restaurant stabbing was arrested Saturday afternoon in Northeast Portland. The stabbing happened when the suspect was robbing a restaurant employee at knifepoint. An adult female customer was stabbed during the incident. When police arrived, the suspect was standing in the doorway and dropped the knife. Forty-two-year-old Elias Lavelle was taken into custody. The victim's injuries were non-life-threatening. She declined transport to a hospital and was treated at the scene. Lavelle will be charged with attempted murder.

Federal Drug Suspect Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- A suspect is in police custody in Portland in connection with a federal narcotics investigation. The Portland Police Bureau says officers arrested the suspect Thursday after learning he would be traveling through town. Police say a search turned up two guns, two fake Rolex watches, 28 forged tax refund and VA-compensation checks, 12 forged state identification cards that had the suspect's photo with different names and birth dates, along with more than three-thousand-dollars in cash. The suspect faces firearm and forgery charges.

Security Guard Sentenced

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(Portland, OR) -- A former private security company co-owner has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for an assault that happened at a Southeast Portland business. Jesus Mendez, the third, plead guilty to Attempted Assault in the Second degree. He shot a man multiple times with a pepper ball gun and told another man to hit the person with a collapsible baton breaking his fingers.

Poetry Out Loud Winner

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon 2026 Poetry Out Loud winner is Emma Keen. She's a junior at the Oregon School for the Deaf in Salem. During Poetry Out Loud, students recite works in a dynamic competition and performance. Emma gave her performance using American Sign Language. She will now represent Oregon at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals, to be held April 27th in Washington, D.C.

ICE Building Chemicals Ruling

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(Portland, OR) -- The Department of Homeland Security is being ordered to limit its use of chemical munitions against protesters outside the ICE building in South Portland. A federal judge issued the ruling late last week. Federal agents have been discharging tear gas that has been drifting into nearby apartments. The judge ruled chemical munitions could only be used when there's an imminent threat to life.

Traffic Camera Shooter Sentenced

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(Portland, OR) -- A man who admitted to shooting traffic cameras in Portland has been sentenced to two years in prison. Thirty-year-old Chase Grijalua was arrested in 2024 after witnesses reported he shot a camera at Southeast 122nd and Stark. He told officers that over the last week he'd shot seven cameras. Gijalua pleaded guilty. He must also pay over 55-thousand-dollars in restitution.

Portland Traffic Deaths Decline

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(Portland, OR) -- Fewer people are dying from traffic-related deaths in Portland. New data shows traffic-related deaths dropped last year for the second year in a row. A total of 39 people died in traffic-related deaths last year. That's down 38-percent from the four-year average. Twenty pedestrians were killed, eight people were killed in vehicle crashes, eight died in motorcycle crashes and three people died in crashes on bikes.

Police Arrest So-called Crumb Dealer

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police arrested a so-called crumb dealer during sweep of a homeless camp that was blocking a sidewalk. It was located near Northeast 119th and Halsey Street. Officers saw a man with a gun holstered on his hip. He had another concealed gun and several types of narcotics. They were packaged to sell in small qualities. Officer seized over 800 dollars in cash, fentanyl, methamphetamine, and what appeared to be LSD. 41-year-old Ian Harrower faces drug and firearms charges.

Predatory High-Interest Loan Bill Passes Legislature

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon limits interest on consumer loans to 36 percent, but a loophole in the law allows rates to be much higher. The Oregon Legislature has passed a bill that closes that loophole. Republicans argued those loans are necessary for people who can't get loans through banks. Colorado, Iowa and Puerto Rico have passed similar legislation. The bill goes to the Governor.

Oregon Employment Department Improves Service

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Employment Department is starting to make changes to improve customer service. The agency conducted a review of customer's experience across Unemployment, Paid Leave Oregon, Contributions and Recovery, WorkSource Oregon, and Frances Online. Some of the improvements include using artificial intelligence for customer support, simplifying communications with customers, and adding equipment to WorkSource Oregon centers to help with unemployment insurance claims. Some of the work is already underway.

Trader Joe's Asbestos Closure

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(Portland, OR) -- The Trader Joe's in southeast Portland at Cesar Chavez Boulevard and Alder Street is closed because of asbestos. The store is undergoing a remodeling and the glue under the tile contains a small amount of asbestos. The contractor tested for asbestos before starting the project, but didn't test the glue under the floor tiles. The Oregon DEQ says the risk to customers is low, because it was short duration. Shoppers who were in the store between February 15th and March 4th should wash produce, wipe down packaging and wash clothes worn at the store.

Kotek Signs Bill To Help Health Care Workers

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has signed a bill to reduce hurdles that behavioral health care workers face. It streamlines credentialing, reduces unnecessary administrative work, and increases access to master's degree clinical supervision. The goals are to retain workers and make it easier for them to become certified.

NY And 23 Other States Sue To Block Trump's New Tariffs

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(Albany, NY) -- Oregon is leading a coalition of 23 states in a lawsuit against the Trump Administration over the new 15 percent tariffs the President has issued. The tariffs were levied under the Trade Act of 1974. It's never been used. It requires a "large and serious balance-of-payments deficit." The U.S. trade deficit doesn't count. The lawsuit claims the President's tariffs are unlawful.

Fire Danger Warning

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(Washington, D.C) -- The warmer than normal winter and low snowpack could lead to more drought and higher fire danger this summer. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is asking the head of the Forest Service whether it will restore firefighting capacity, following DOGE budget and staffing cuts. Wyden demands to know how the Forest Service will make up for delayed hazardous fuels treatment.

CG Rescue Swimmer Injured

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(Astoria, OR) -- A U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer from Air Station Astoria was injured responding to a medevac request for a stroke victim on a vessel west of Cape Flattery, Washington. The Coast Guard says the injured aircrew member was transported to Victoria General Hospital in British Columbia for treatment. The Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer Association posted on Facebook that Aviation Survival Technician 2nd Class Tyler Jaggers was involved in a tragic accident and is on life support.

Standard Portland Classic Offers Four Exemptions

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(Portland, OR) -- The 2026 Standard Portland Classic LPGA tournament will offer four exemptions. The golfers will be winners of this year's U.S. Women's Amateur, The Women's Amateur Championship, Augusta National Women's Amateur, and N-C-double-A Division One Women's Golf Championship. They'll also receive exemptions into at least one of four women's golf major championships. The Standard Portland Classic will take place at Columbia Edgewater Country Club from August 13th through the 16th.

Oregon PERS Fund Outperforms

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(Salem, OR) -- The Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund exceeded expectations last year. The goal is a six-point-nine percent increase and the fund earned nearly ten-percent. State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner calls them healthy investment returns and says it contributes to PERS' stability. It's also on track to eliminate the unfunded liability in 2036. The fund is worth 101 billion dollars.

Bi-Mart Closing Store In Vancouver

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(Vancouver, WA) -- Bi-Mart has announced its closing its Falk Road store in Vancouver effective March 4th. The company says due to consumer demand and a changing local market the store isn't profitable. Employees can apply for positions in other stores. Bi-mart memberships are being transferred to the store in Orchards.

School Social Media Threats

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(Vancouver, WA) -- Many students and teachers at Fort Vancouver High School stayed home following social media threats against staff members. Police are investigating the threats. On Tuesday, the school sent a letter to parents and students about the threats that were posted on Instagram and referenced a school assembly. The school district brought in substitute teachers and had increased police presence on campus. Police say the investigation continues into multiple social media accounts.

Oregon Marks HPV Awareness Day

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(Salem, OR) -- March 4th was International HPV Awareness Day and Governor Tina Kotek has signed a bill declaring the day for Oregon. The goal is to increase awareness of the HPV vaccine and routine cervical cancer screening. Last year, the Oregon legislature lost the late Representative Hòa Nguy?n to cervical cancer. During the public hearing, her brother Tommy testified in her memory.

War Powers Resolution

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(Washington, D.C.) -- Republicans in the U.S. Senate have prevented a Democratic-backed War Powers Resolution from passing. It would have stopped President Trump from conducting military action in Iran. Oregon Democratic Senator Ron Wyden calls it a counterproductive war for oil. Oregon Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley called the war illegal and unnecessary. President Trump says he would have vetoed the bill if it passed.

AI Mental Health Bill

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(Salem, OR) -- State lawmakers are signing off on a bill that will place new restrictions on artificial intelligence chatbot platforms. The programs will have to provide safe responses to people having a mental health crisis, including resources like the 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The AI programs will also have to clearly state when content is artificially generated. The bill now heads to the governor's desk for a signature.

37 Year Prison Sentence For Child Sex Abuse

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(Beaverton, OR) -- A Washington County judge has sentenced a man to over 37 years in prison for sexually abusing two young children. Prosecutors say 62-year-old Andrew Alcante used his charismatic demeanor to build connections within martial arts, church, and recovery communities. One of the victims told a family member who contacted police. A jury convicted Alcante. He'll be nearly 100 years old before is eligible for parole.

22 States Demanding GoFundMe Prove Not Defrauding Donors, Charities

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(Portland, OR) -- Oregon and 21 other states are giving GoFundMe two weeks to prove the fundraising site is not plagiarizing donation web pages or taking "tips" from donors. State Attorney General Dan Rayfield and 21 other Attorneys General joined charitable regulators in sending a letter to the fundraising site, demanding it show all unauthorized donation web pages, and disclose all info like who donations were made to. They also want GoFundMe to explain how their donation web pages show up in internet search results, also to review whether tips and other charges should be redirected to the charities.

Abiqua Falls Ownership

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(Salem, OR) -- A bipartisan group of Oregon legislators wants to explore state ownership of Abiqua [[ AB'-eh-kwah ]] Falls. The land around the falls is currently owned by the Mount Angel Foundation, which manages the Mount Angel Abbey, and they want to sell it. They're looking for a new owner to take over the responsibility and say they would be grateful to entrust the future of the falls to the state.

Imagination Library Reaches Benchmark

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(Portland, OR) -- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Oregon is celebrating its four-millionth book. The program sends an age-appropriate book directly to children from birth to age five. Imagination Library launched in Oregon several years ago, but it wasn't offered statewide until April of last year. To enroll your child, visit "Imagination Library dot com slash Oregon."

PGE Adds Solar And Battery Storage Facilities

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland General Electric is adding one-thousand megawatts of clean energy and battery storage to its operation. Solar and battery projects will be in Sherman and Morrow counties. Two battery power storage facilities will be in Washington County. PGE is working to sign agreements for 25-hundred megawatts of clean energy and battery storage later this year.

Nurses Hold No Confidence Vote At Springfield Hospital

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(Springfield, OR) -- Nurses at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart RiverBend Hospital in Springfield have taken a no confidence vote in management. This follows a no confidence vote by medical staff. They say cuts, closures and outsourcing are hurting the hospital's ability to care for patients. PeaceHealth is outsourcing local emergency medical care. Medical staff voted in favor of restoring Eugene Emergency Physicians as the hospital's emergency providers.

Oregon Helps With New SNAP Requirements

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(Salem, OR) -- The federal government has increased requirements to receive SNAP benefits, and the State of Oregon is offering help. Recipients need to show they're working, looking for work, or are taking training. WorkSource Oregon is encouraging SNAP recipients to take advantage of free job search help and training at 37 centers across the state.

ICE Agent School Notification Bill

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(Salem, OR) -- Schools will need to notify parents if immigration agents come onto campus under a bill headed to the Governor's desk. Under the bill passed Monday, schools must adopt notification policies, which have to be posted in the student handbook and school website. It builds on a 2023 bill requiring school boards to create notification procedures when schools initiate lockdown, lock out, evacuation or shelter in place protocols.

Oregon Zoo Welcomes Bongos

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(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Zoo is welcoming a pair of young bongos. The species of African antelope are critically endangered. Fewer than 200 remain in the wild. Illegal hunting and habitat loss have caused the species to decline. Banjo and Bentley have reddish-brown coats and thin white stripes. They came to Portland from the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

OR Lawmakers Pass Transportation Law Referendum

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(Salem, OR) -- State lawmakers are signing off on a bill moving the referendum on the transportation funding law from November to the May Primary election. The Oregon House voted 31-20 yesterday to pass the bill, which now moves to Governor Tina Kotek's desk for a signature. Democrats say they need to know the outcome of the vote so they can start preparing a new transportation plan. Republicans say it's political. Governor Tina Kotek is running for re-election, and the transportation referendum would be on the same ballot.

Bill Limits Hospital Information About Immigration

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(Salem, OR) -- A bill is headed to Oregon's Governor to protect hospital patients from immigration enforcement. The bill prohibits hospitals from sharing immigration status with federal agents, unless they have a court order. The bill also requires hospitals to treat immigration-related information the same way they treat protected health information. Hospitals also need to identify nonpublic areas. And the bill protects health care workers who provide patients with information about their legal rights.

Salem Police Need Tips On February Shooting

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(Salem, OR) -- Police in Salem are seeking the public's help in their investigation into a shooting at McKay Park last month. It happened February 17th between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Officers found two juvenile victims. One person was shot in the arm during a confrontation. The suspects were gone when police arrived. They searched with a drone and canine, but couldn't find the two men. Anyone with information about the suspects should contact Salem Police.

Significant Drug Dealer Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police say a significant drug dealer was arrested during a crime suppression mission in Northeast Portland. Officers were focused on the area near 122nd Avenue and Northeast Glisan, because of open-air drug trafficking. They identified a significant dealer working out of an apartment. After arresting the suspect, they found illegal drugs including fentanyl, methamphetamine, and psilocybin mushrooms. There was also a commercial-grade identification printer that could be used for identity theft. The suspect was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center and federal charges are being considered.

Bike Thief Sentenced To Prison

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(Portland, OR) -- A prolific bike thief in Portland has been sentenced to four years in prison. Christopher McGinnis pleaded guilty to six counts of burglary. Over four months in 2025, McGinnis broke into storage areas at three apartment buildings to steal bikes. He was arrested last September following an extensive investigation by the Burglary Task Force.

Oregon State Budget Rebalance

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(Salem, OR) -- The Democratic majority in the Oregon Legislature says they've rebalanced the budget in light of cuts from the Trump Administration to eliminate a 900 million dollar gap. The budget was trimmed by 128 million dollars. Separating from some federal tax cuts added 311 million dollars in revenue. Republicans have threatened to send that cut to voters in November. The rest of the savings came from other reductions. ODOT has a separate budget and it was rebalanced with 288 million dollars in cuts. If voters defeat the transportation referendum, legislators will deal with that problem in 2027.

Registration Open For SOLVE's Spring Cleanup

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(Portland, OR) -- Registration is now open for the environmental nonprofit group SOLVE's annual Spring Cleanup event. SOLVE is seeking volunteers to help with dozens of environmental cleanup events across the state. There are currently 65 projects open for registration, but organizers are hoping to increase that number to over 200. The cleanup projects will take place during the month of April. Last year, there were 214 projects with 45-hundred volunteers, and they removed over 26-thousand pounds of trash. You can register at Solve dot org.

Dog Rescued From Pond

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(Happy Valley, OR) -- Clackamas County firefighters rescued a dog from a pond on Saturday. The dog, they named Sweetie, was stuck in two feet of water and surrounded by thick vegetation. A drone was used to find to dog's location and firefighters brought her to shore. She had superficial wounds and was suffering from exposure. She was taken to an emergency veterinary clinic and after recovering will go to Clackamas County Animal Services. She didn't have tags or a microchip. She may be placed for adoption.

Murder Suspect Arrested

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(Portland, OR) -- The suspect in the murder of a 14-year-old boy in Portland is set to make his first court appearance today after being arrested Friday. Portland Police responded to an assault in progress near 38th and Southeast Ivon Street. The suspect jumped from a second story window and ran into the neighborhood. Police searched for hours and found 25-year-old Aquize Logan hiding in a trailer. He's charged with Murder in the First Degree.

Lunar Eclipse Blood Moon

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(Portland, OR) -- If the weather cooperates, you'll be able to see a lunar eclipse early Tuesday morning. A lunar eclipse is when the moon passes through the earth's shadow. The moon turns red, which is why it's called a Blood Moon. The total eclipse starts at 3:04 a.m., the greatest eclipse is at 3:33 a.m. and the total eclipse ends at 4:02 a.m. Unlike a solar eclipse, a lunar eclipse is safe to view. The next total lunar eclipse visible in the Northwest is in 2029, and it'll occur during the day.

Gun Law Modification Bill Passes House

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's gun law, Ballot Measure 114, remains tied up in the courts, but the state House has passed a bill to modify it. The bill would more than double the permit fee to 150 dollars. Critics say the bill makes it more difficult to buy a gun. The bill also delays the start date for permits to 2028, delays the ban on large capacity magazines to 2027, defines requirements for the gun safety course, and places limits on data used for background checks. The bill moves to the Senate.