Cottage Grove man arraigned on DUII charges after allegedly driving onto closed street
COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. – A Cottage Grove man is being arraigned Monday on charges including driving under the influence of intoxicants after allegedly driving the wrong way down a closed street and telling an officer he had ingested marijuana back in March. According to court documents on March 28,...
Former Dave’s Killer Bread employee sentenced for killing co-worker
Students, parents rally at Cleveland HS to support bond measure for new athletic facilities. Parents and students at Cleveland High School plan to hold a rally every Monday through late May. Police engage in standoff with man armed with knives in NW Portland; leave without arrest. Updated: 3 hours ago.
Lifetime sentence for North Bend man accused of killing four people
COQUILLE, Ore. — A lifetime sentence has been handed down for a North Bend man accused of killing four people - including his father - and kidnapping a woman from Springfield. Oen Nicholson’s fate was handed down Monday at the Coos County Courthouse. Nicholson was arrested in 2021...
Man shot at deer with AR-15 while driving 117 mph in Linn County, deputies...
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An Oklahoma man fled from officers after using an AR-15 to shoot at a deer out of a black Mustang while driving 117 mph on Saturday night, Linn County officials said. Justin Franklin, 36, was arrested and charged with fleeing, reckless driving, reckless endangerment, hit-and-run and being a...
I-205 Bridge demolition to impact traffic starting Monday
As the I-205 Abernethy Bridge Project ramps up, so will closures and detours affecting traffic in the area.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek and BOLI Commissioner Launch Initiative Against Student Discrimination
In a bold move to promote safe educational spaces, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek teamed up with BOLI Commissioner Christina Stephenson to introduce new measures aimed at curbing bullying, discrimination, and harassment against students, specifically on race, national origin, and immigration status. According to the...
Deschutes County sheriff gave false testimony in criminal cases, DA finds
Before Kent van der Kamp became the sheriff of Deschutes County, he gave false testimony in more than one criminal case, and now many of his past cases are under review, according to Deschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels. On April 11, Gunnels placed the sheriff on the county’s Brady...
12 Portland area thrift stores that are actually cheap
Whether it’s to save money or the environment – or just for the thrill of the hunt – Portlanders love a good thrift shop. It’s part of how the city got its distinctively quirky style. As a longtime thrifter and frequent participant in the Portland’s annual...
Local Hikers Cheer as Hero Delivers Flying Kick to Yet Another One of Those...
CASCADE RANGE, OR — A sense of awe swept through the hiking community this weekend as yet another rock stack met its dramatic end—this time at the foot (literally) of a mysterious figure some are beginning to call The Cairn Slayer. Witnesses say the man appeared out of...
Oregon’s Newest Free Attraction Quickly Becomes Best in the West
Oregon’s Newest Free Tunnel Attraction Quickly Becomes Best in the West. If you are looking for a great summer road trip adventure from the Tri-Cities, there's one place near Hood River you are going to want to check out. Why Oregon's Newest Free Attraction is Winning Hearts Across the...