Suspect in custody after homicide at Hillsboro hotel
A suspect was arrested after a homicide at a Hillsboro hotel Friday evening, authorities said.
‘Dripping with opulence’: National Geographic names Oregon train station among most beautiful
National Geographic released a list on Monday of the eight most beautiful train stations in the United States, including one Portland landmark.
Happy half-birthday, Tula-Tu! Oregon Zoo’s new baby Asian elephant turns 6 months old
PORTLAND, Ore. — One of the Oregon Zoo’s youngest residents is celebrating her half birthday on Friday. Six months ago, Tula-Tu was born to Asian elephant and longtime Oregon Zoo resident Rose-Tu. “Tula-Tu has quickly become a symbol of hope and connection,” said zoo director Heidi Rahn. “Not...
From Streets to Stability, Multnomah County’s Supportive Housing Aids Salem Man with Disabilities
In a recent spotlight by Multnomah County news, the story of Jayson, a young man who found security and stability through the County's Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Services Division, reflects a critical success in combatting the housing crisis for vulnerable populations. Jayson, who spent...
Construction of Three Townhouses on SE 93rd
Work is underway on three connected townhomes along a cul-de-sac section on SE 93rd Avenue. The two-story buildings took the developer over three years to start work, with plans dating back to May 2022. Demolition crews removed the existing 1944-era single-family home at 2421 SE 93rd Avenue in early 2023, and the...
Aloha man accused of robbing Denny’s restaurant near Happy Valley
Douglas Wayne Kelsey, 33, was arrested just after 2 p.m. on Thursday at a home in unincorporated Clackamas County.
Beloved Local chocolate shop expands operations
Ranger Chocolate Co., the bean-to-bar shop, is expanding its production and tasting room.
Police to PBOT: Remove traffic diverters in the name of public safety
A City agency with the backing of the Portland Police Bureau has directed the Portland Bureau of Transportation to remove three traffic diverters in northwest Portland because they say the large concrete barricades and one-way streets — installed by PBOT to improve safety and calm traffic — hinder the preferred...
Preschool for All director resigns after being tied to preschool accused of ‘wasteful’ spending
Multnomah County’s Preschool for All director has resigned after her ties to a preschool provider accused of “wasteful” spending of state dollars called her credibility into question with her employers. Multnomah County spokesperson Julie Sullivan-Springhetti confirmed Leslee Barnes’ resignation Thursday evening. It...
What are your three big wishes for Portland’s transportation system?
[Publisher’s note: Hi everyone. I’m back after being out of town since Friday. Sorry for the lack of posts! – Jonathan]. The City of Portland has launched an update to their Transportation System Plan. Known as “the TSP,” this plan is the bedrock of policies and projects that move our local transportation system...