Ordinance creates ‘safe school zones’ in Multnomah County, prevents syringe distribution
A new ordinance was approved that prevents mobile syringe distribution near schools in Multnomah County, officials announced.
7 Noteworthy New Portland-Area Food and Drink Openings, June 2026
ST. JOHNS — Good news, fish and chips fanatics: There’s a successor to the popular and much-missed Arlo’s Fish & Chips at the St. Johns Food & Beer Porch pod: Hey Hey Paula. After a several-year hiatus following the death of Arlo’s co-owner, Larry, Jess and Adam of the pod’s Two of Us breakfast cart relaunched the cart
‘Significant resources’: Tigard police investigating 2 ‘violent’ assaults
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Tigard police announced Thursday that they are investigating a pair of unrelated “violent” assaults that occurred over the weekend. Both cases required “significant police resources,” officials said. The first assault took place on Saturday around 3:30 p.m. in the 11600 block of SW Gallo Avenue.
Oregon Teen Became Trapped in Blackberry Bushes
Stock image by TorriPhoto/Getty Images A 14 year old did not likely have "get trapped in blackberry bushes" on his Bingo card, and yet, that's exactly what happened to him. The post Oregon Teen Became Trapped in Blackberry Bushes appeared first on Outdoors with Bear Grylls .
Hot air balloons makes unscheduled landings on King City golf course, in neighborhood
KING CITY Ore. (KPTV) - Two hot air balloons made unscheduled landings in King City ahead of the Tigard Festival of Balloons, which begins Friday, according to a King City spokesperson. Police said officers confirmed everyone landed safely after the balloons encountered a lack of wind that caused altitude issues....
Barking Dog Laws in Oregon: What Neighbors and Dog Owners Need to Know
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! A dog that won’t stop barking can turn a quiet neighborhood into a daily source of stress. Whether you’re the neighbor losing sleep or the dog owner getting a knock on the door, understanding Oregon’s barking dog laws gives you a clear path fo
East Portland Pedestrian Pinned Under Pickup As Gresham Driver Faces DUII Rap
A Gresham woman is facing a slate of charges after a June 16 crash in East Portland that left a man trapped under a pickup and rushed to the hospital with serious injuries. Investigators say the driver swerved into a parked Ford F-150 near Southeast 148th Avenue and Stark Street, shoving the truck into a pedestrian who
Bicyclist dead, driver charged after crash in Hillsboro
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KPTV) - A 19-year-old bicyclist has died after being hit by a car in Hillsboro on Tuesday night. Hillsboro Police say officers responded to a crash involving a car and a bicycle near E Main St and NE Century Blvd at around 8:50 p.m. The bicyclist, 19-year-old Conor...
Rep. Wise Urges Stronger Oversight After Preliminary Review Questions Millions in Homelessness Spending
A preliminary fiscal review commissioned by Multnomah County has raised significant concerns about the management of public funds intended to support homelessness services, prompting calls for stronger financial oversight and accountability from state leaders. The review identified approximately $3.6 million in questio
Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation in Aloha Area; Suspect in Custody
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore. — An officer-involved shooting early Wednesday morning is under investigation after Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a man vandalizing a business in the Aloha area. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched at approximately

















