Woodstock neighbors claim ‘Flower Thief of Southeast’ is back at it again
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Residents in Portland's Woodstock neighborhood say they're frustrated after a new photo circulating on social media appears to show a woman cutting flowers that don't belong to her. The image, shared by neighbors, appears to show the woman cutting flowers in front of Woodstock Elementary...
Fireworks amnesty program launched in Happy Valley
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) —With wildfire danger and holiday celebrations ramping up, Happy Valley is offering a no-questions-asked fireworks amnesty program through Friday while warning that illegal fireworks users face a $1,000 fine. Participants can drop off their fireworks between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the Happy Valley C
Authorities recover body from Willamette River near the Steel Bridge
Authorities are recovering a body from the Willamette River early Friday morning, officials said.
‘Heartbreaking loss’: Clark County deputy dies of cancer at 32
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Clark County deputy died after a battle with cancer on Tuesday night, the sheriff’s office announced. Deputy Patrick Morgan, 32, died after fighting stage IV colon cancer for nearly two years, the Clark County Sheriff’s Office announced. “Patrick’s greatest pride was the life he built with his
Portland teacher laid off amid PPS budget cuts says hardest part leaving her students
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The last day of school was supposed to mark the beginning of summer break for Lincoln High School history teacher Xochitl Truss. Instead, it marked the end of her job. "I found out on the last teaching day, June 4," Truss said. Truss is among...
Roofers win contract increases totaling $10.28
Members of Roofers Local 49 voted June 18 to ratify a new master agreement with 13 union-signatory roofing contractors in the Portland metro area. The agreement will raise compensation $10.28 an hour over the contract’s four-year term. It’s expected that $3 of that increase will go toward maintaining health coverage.
From pharmacy to antique mall to mini-mall: Milwaukie’s most storied building is reinventing itself
From breweries to bakeries, vintage stores to salons, the redevelopment project will bring an exciting retail boost to its corner of downtown Milwaukie.
Fourth of July fireworks shows across Oregon
Looking to find somewhere to watch fireworks this Fourth of July?. A few cities, including Portland, have banned the use of fireworks, especially as much of the Pacific Northwest faces high fire danger. If you are looking for a professional fireworks show to watch, here is a list of events...
Independence Day flyovers happening throughout Oregon
While the 173rd Fighter Wing in Klamath Falls continues its transition to F-35's, the 142nd Wing out of Portland is conducting Independence Day flyovers.
Better-Than-Expected Springer Runs & Trophy Trout
While the Portland Harbor bite is still in play, action slowed a bunch from the previous week. Catch rates dropped off for spring Chinook, but trollers can bank on fair to good fishing for the next few weeks or longer, especially given the fact that the run is coming in better than expected.
