Oregon woman uses ruse to escape brutal assault, court records say
A Gresham woman escaped a domestic violence attack by calling 911 and asking to order pizza after she was shocked with a stun gun and beaten with a pole in front of her children, court documents say. Police on Wednesday arrested a man and accused him of assaulting the woman,...
Readers respond: New parking meter hours hurt city nightlife
I’m really disappointed in the mayor and the Portland City Council for requiring drivers to pay for parking at meters until 10 p.m., (“Largest parking meter hike in Portland history goes into effect,” July 3). For me, as someone with a modest income, the extra cost will...
Woman kidnapped, robbed by 3 minors in Vancouver
VANCOUVER Wash. (KPTV) - Last week, a woman was leaving work in the Ogden neighborhood when three minors approached her and asked for a ride, according to Vancouver Police. The suspects reportedly forced their way into her car and made her drive them to a store several blocks away. During...
Accused Portland killer, 28, makes 1st court appearance
Police have identified the suspect in a SE Portland stabbing Sunday afternoon that left one man dead.
West Linn man charged with illegally possessing machine guns; 36 guns seized
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - A West Linn man faces federal charges for illegally possessing machine guns and other weapons, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Authorities say 41-year-old Lucas Christopher Perillo is charged with unlawful possession of machine guns and unregistered short-barreled rifles. Court...
Multi-Agency Operation in Portland Leads to Arrests and Seizure of Firearms Following Vehicle Chase
Last Friday, an operation involving multiple law enforcement agencies concluded with the seizure of firearms and several arrests. The incident unfolded when officers from the Focused Intervention Team (FIT), patrolling in East Portland, identified a stolen vehicle being driven by a known individual with active...
Accused 4-alarm arsonist arraigned in Multnomah County
The 40-year-old Portlander accused of torching the apartment building he lived in made his first appearance in a Multnomah County courtroom Monday.
Pearl District residents opposed to homeless shelter
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A new 40-bed homeless shelter planned for the Pearl District brought about 200 people to a public meeting to voice their concerns about crime and drug use. Despite getting a tour of the proposed shelter site around Northwest Northrup, area residents packed the Lucky Labrador on NW Quimby to...
North Portland drug mission leads to 7 arrests
Seven people were arrested and two cited and released during a drug mission in North Portland, resulting in 13 felony charges and four misdemeanors, as well as the recovery of a stolen vehicle, 60 grams of drugs, and $4,290.
10 Cozy Cafes In Oregon That Locals Swear Have The Best Coffee And Breakfast
Oregon’s coffee culture runs deeper than its famous Douglas firs. From misty Portland corners to sunny Bend patios, the state’s breakfast spots offer more than just a caffeine fix. They’re community gathering places where locals start their days right. Whether you’re craving fluffy pancakes or the perfect...