Portland Central Library enhances security after nearby deadly shooting
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The area near the Central Library in Downtown Portland was rattled when a deadly shooting happened earlier in July. It prompted a brief closure and changes to security protocols. Now, library officials said they’re doing even more to keep people safe. “Downtown Portland needs a...
Viral TikTok star gives Portland restaurant 10-star review
Keith Lee visited Indonesian restaurant Gado Gado, soul food cart Kee's Loaded Kitchen and Cheese & Crack Snack Shop.
Expert warns of AI’s limits after facial recognition leads to Portland man arrest
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Robert "Jacob" Hoopes, a Portland resident and Reed College alumnus, was arrested by FBI agents after being linked to a photo published in an article. Court documents stated he was identified using facial recognition software, which scanned a picture of a suspect found in an...
The Gigantic Consignment Store In Oregon Packed With Rare Finds And Ridiculously Good Deals
You know that feeling when someone mentions a “warehouse store” and your brain immediately conjures images of fluorescent-lit bulk toilet paper and industrial-sized mayo jars?. Well, forget everything you think you know about warehouse shopping because City Liquidators in Portland is about to blow your mind in the...
This Old-School Diner In Oregon Has Biscuits And Gravy That Are Absolutely To Die...
Nestled in the heart of Beaverton sits a chrome-clad time capsule where comfort food reigns supreme and the biscuits and gravy might just change your life. The Blue Moon Diner stands as a delicious rebellion against pretentious food trends and overpriced minimalist plates. You know that feeling when you take...
Oregon schools prepare to enforce cell phone ban by January 1st deadline
PORTLAND, Ore. — In three months, Oregon school districts must submit plans to ban student cell phone use during the school day, following an executive order by Governor Tina Kotek. The order mandates that all districts implement these plans by January 1, aiming to reduce distractions and improve mental health.
U.S. Forest Service’s Pacific Northwest Region Headquarters could be closed
U.S. Forest Service offices in Portland charged with wildfire prevention, scientific research, forestland management and conservation across the Northwest would be shuttered and moved out of state
Man rearrested for starting fires in north and NE Portland denied pretrial release
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The man accused of setting multiple fires in north and northeast Portland is behind bars once again, and neighbors are hoping he stays there. Aubrey Edwards was first arrested on arson charges on Tuesday, but because of the way Oregon’s bail reform is structured, the charges against him made...
Multnomah County Severs All Ties with Rockwood CDC
Multnomah County said it won’t renew its remaining contracts with the Rockwood Community Development Corporation, severing all of its ties with the homeless service provider amid a fight over its accounting practices. Six weeks ago, the county said it planned to remove homeless families from Rockwood CDC’s Gresham...
Medical examiner identifies woman who died in Vancouver apartment fire May 2
VANCOUVER, Wash. (KATU) — The Clark County Medical Examiner has identified the woman found dead back in early May in an apartment fire. The fire broke out in the early morning hours of May 2 at a three-story apartment building on East 5th Street. Arriving firefighters called out a second alarm response, and crews had...
