Quadriplegic man missing in Gresham after medical transport pickup
GRESHAM Ore. (KPTV) - A Gresham man who uses a wheelchair is missing after scheduling a medical transport on Saturday morning, according to police on Sunday. According to the Gresham Police Department, 41-year-old Kai Santos left a care facility in the area of Northeast Fifth Street and Northeast Hood Avenue, where...
Two Arrested After Targeted Assault in Pearl District Leaves Man Seriously Injured
On October 9, 2025, Portland Police Bureau officers responded to an assault in the Pearl District. An adult male was punched and pistol-whipped by two suspects. He sustained serious head injuries. Police found a handgun magazine at the scene. Detectives determined the attack was targeted.
Intense Debate: 67% Increase in Portland’s Homeless Population Over the Last Two Years
kptv.com - 11/05/2025 06:21:00 AM. A recent report by Portland State University's Homeless Research & Action Collaborative revealed a significant increase in homelessness in Multnomah County. The report indicates a 67% rise in homelessness since 2023, with the tri-county region, including Clackamas and Washington...
Avalos house fire suspect’s case shows flaws in Oregon’s mental health system
PORTLAND, Ore. — A homeless man accused of setting a fire that damaged Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos' home and destroyed her car has a years-long history of criminal charges and court-ordered mental health treatment — further highlighting gaps in Oregon's mental health care systems. Portland police arrested...
Gresham Police Nab 64-Year-Old Suspect Accused of Menacing with Non-Lethal Weapon on Halloween
Responding to community leads, Gresham police apprehended a 64-year-old suspect tied to a Halloween incident. Identified as David Mead Sr., he was taken into custody on Wednesday evening in connection with a disturbance at a local drive-thru. As reported by the City of Gresham, the arrest followed tips from the...
Tiny wiener dog hurled from car in terrible crash miraculously found alive by strangers...
It had been one week later, when a loveable wiener dog that had been thrown from a car during a horrible crash, was found alive by strangers in the desolate wilderness of Wyoming. According to the Facebook page for Amanda Lohr, it had been on October 23 when she and...
Donation bins set up at PDX to help federal workers going without pay during...
PORTLAND, Ore. — As the government shutdown continues, federal workers are feeling the pain more and more each day. For air travel workers, the Port of Portland wants to ease the pain in some way. Two donation bins are set up in the airport for people to donate to...
Convicted Rapist With 25-Year Criminal Career Proves Once Again That Oregon’s Justice System Is...
Oregon City, Ore — A career criminal is back in court after trying to steal nearly $2,700 worth of tires from a Les Schwab store in Oregon City, highlighting yet another example of Oregon’s catch and release justice system. According to the Clackamas County District Attorney’s Office, 45-year-old Steven Allen Beaman...
Driver killed in Southeast Portland utility pole crash identified
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The driver killed Friday after crashing into a Southeast Portland utility pole while attempting to elude police has been identified, police announced Saturday. Just before 3:00 a.m., police said a patrol officer saw a 2017 Audi Q7 – driven by 35-year-old Jermaine Young-Boyd – and another...
Portland police oversight workers returning to work as strike ends
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Workers for Portland’s Independent Police Review are returning to work after a three-day strike, according to the city. IPR workers began their strike on Wednesday, pushing for a contract that protects their experience and ensures accountability. The striking employees will return to work on...

















