Proposed project would tackle Willamette pollution and toxic lagoon
The Willamette River faces two big problems in Portland: a long-polluted site and a lagoon that spawns toxic algae blooms. One new proposal aims to fix them both. Why it matters: The plan could cut cleanup costs and meet state requirements to reclaim the lagoon. The latest: The parties responsible...
Good Morning, News: Fire at Tom’s Restaurant & Bar, Higher Court Says Gas and...
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Five Arrests Made In Portland Copper Theft Operation
Portland Police bust a major organized copper theft operation that has damaged local businesses and critical infrastructure – including emergency services in the city. Assistant Police Chief Rob Simon says this operation caused millions of dollars in damages:. “Multiple individuals were involved, stealing copper from...
Clackamas police dog gets kudos for first firearm recovery
A member of the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office deserves some extra treats and head scratches after she successfully sniffed out her first firearm while on duty. Police dog Saar and her handler, Deputy Rogers, assisted the Portland Police Bureau during an incident on Sunday, March 15, in which a suspect was seen...
Man with history of assaults arrested after racially charged attack at Portland market
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A homeless man with a history of mental illness was arrested after shouting racial slurs and threatening people with a hammer, according to authorities. According to court documents, police were called to Pete’s Market at Southwest Fourth Avenue and Washington Street on Tuesday. A...
Dave’s Killer Bread ex-CEO turns $11.5M Lake Oswego mansion into short-term rental. What it...
Shobi Dahl, the co-founder and former CEO of the wildly successful Dave’s Killer Bread company, saved a Lake Oswego mansion from the wrecking ball a decade ago. The burlesque performer spent seven years remaking the three-acre, gated estate along the Willamette River, adding a ballroom and other luxury features. Then...
Tom’s Restaurant closed after fire sparks in kitchen grill area
PORTLAND, Ore. — Tom’s Restaurant in Southeast Portland is closed until further notice after a fire broke out in its kitchen. The restaurant, located on Southeast Division Street, posted a sign on its door informing customers of the closure following the incident. According to Portland Fire & Rescue,...
You’ll Drive Across Oregon Just For The Addictive BBQ Pork Fries At This Asian...
Sometimes the best food experiences happen when someone decides the rulebook is more of a suggestion than a requirement. Oma’s Hideaway in Portland, Oregon is exactly that kind of place, where Asian flavors meet comfort food in ways that’ll make you wonder why nobody thought of this sooner.
Portland State University student killed in Highway 217 crash by distracted driver
BEAVERTON Ore. (KPTV) - A 21-year-old Portland State University student was killed in a crash on Highway 217 this weekend. Police say the driver responsible was distracted by his cell phone. “Please take a deep breath before you drive and just drive carefully,” said Jessica Altman-Pollack, Diana Minko’s mother....
Portland man proclaims innocence as he gets life for killing ex-lover, burning body
A repeat violent offender who killed his one-time romantic partner and then burned her body maintained his innocence even as he received a stronger-than-usual punishment for the wrenching nature of his crimes. Bobby Alsup, 33, was sentenced to life in prison Wednesday with the possibility of parole in 29 years...

















