Southeast Portland Trader Joe’s closes because of asbestos exposure
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The Trader Joe’s on Southeast Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard closed Wednesday night at the request of state officials because of an asbestos exposure, according to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The store at 4715 S.E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. closed at 5 p.m.
What we know about Honorable Mention, the new Portland sports bar backed by Damian...
We’ve heard rumors of a new bar coming to the basement of the Benson Hotel for several months. But on Wednesday, The Oregonian/OregonLive broke the news that the project, an “elevated sports lounge” named Honorable Mention, has a particularly notable co-owner: Damian Lillard. Here’s what we know...
Man in custody after shooting critically injures 1 in NE Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - A man is in custody after an early morning shooting critically injured one person in the Parkrose neighborhood early Thursday morning. At about 2:45 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 11300 block of Northeast Sandy Boulevard. Police said a man was found at the scene with critical,...
‘I’m not garbage’: Homeless locals left frustrated after SE Portland encampment swept
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - After months of neighbors voicing concerns, an encampment in Southeast Portland has been shut down by police. During the sweep, more than 10 people were arrested, and PPB said fentanyl was found and recovered at the camp. Tucked away near Southeast Woodstock and 102nd Avenue was...
Latino councilor told to repeat ‘in English’ in Metro Council meeting, sparking backlash
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – An exchange at a Metro Council work session sparked backlash after a Latino councilor was asked to “say that in English” — while he was already speaking English. Whether a microaggression or a misunderstanding, the comment quickly shifted the tone of the...
Portland protester officially files lawsuit against DHS after video showed agent tackling him
A federal lawsuit is moving forward after DHS declined to settle a claim involving a Portland protester who was tackled twice by federal agents last summer.
Oregon Clock Spring Forward 2026: Homeowners Alert for Portland, Eugene as Clocks Jump Ahead...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Portland, OR – Clocks across Oregon will jump ahead one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, marking the start of daylight saving time and prompting emergency officials to remind homeowners to complete several...
Possible Portland to Bend Shuttle in the works
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- New a new shuttle service to Portland could be coming to Bend. Pacific Crest Bus Lines is a local, veteran-owned company which offers intercity travel across the state. Their routes take people to several major destinations across Oregon, including Portland, Eugene, Medford and Salem. By...
Wilco Farm Store to debut in Aloha this March
A new Wilco Farm Store will open in Aloha at the end of the month. The farmer-owned cooperative announced its newest location will be ready for business March 31 at 17675 S.W. Farmington Road, formerly a Basics Market. Wilco’s Aloha store marks the company’s 27th retail location and its second...
Authorities identify man found dead inside tiny home after fire in North Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Authorities have identified the person found dead inside a tiny home in North Portland as 33-year-old Gary Scott Young. The fire happened Monday evening at the North Portland Road Safe Rest Village at 10505 N. Portland Road. Just before 6 p.m., emergency dispatchers began receiving...

















