Federal cops ‘instigating’ confrontations with protesters outside ICE building, Portland police official says in...
A Portland Police Bureau assistant chief said in court recently that federal police were “instigating” some of the clashes between officers and protesters outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in South Portland. Other records reveal police were aware of — and concerned about — potential...
More police officers hired to protect the city of Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — You might notice more police officers on the streets over the next few months -- twenty-two to be exact. The Portland Police Bureau swore in the largest single group of police officers in more than 25 years. The increase of recruitment efforts and hires became...
In-N-Out Burger Moves Closer to Portland With New Hillsboro Plans
When In-N-Out Burger opened its Ridgefield, Washington, location last month, fans of the California-based chain flocked to experience its cult-favorite menu. While Ridgefield marked the brand’s first step into Washington, it also served as the closest location yet for Portland-area residents—if they’re willing to...
Man sentenced after ‘heinous and brazen’ crime spree, shootout with Portland police
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A man whose “heinous and brazen” crime spree ended in a shootout with Portland police in 2024 was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Jesse James Allen West, 25, was found guilty in two separate cases, including multiple attempted murder charges for shooting at police officers in 2024, the...
City of Portland plans to resume issuing homeless camping citations
A man was rescued early Tuesday morning after his fishing boat capsized near Waldport, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. YouTube and Twitch star IShowSpeed rolled through Portland on Wednesday and he livestreamed every move. New law to affect data centers in Oregon. Updated: 4 hours ago. |. A new...
Portland Police Bureau Swears In Largest New Officer Class In Over Two Decades
PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Police Bureau on Thursday welcomed 22 new officers to its ranks, marking the largest single swearing-in ceremony in more than 25 years. The last time the bureau brought in a group this large was in 1999. In recent months, PPB’s Recruitment Unit says it...
Service cuts on the way as TriMet deals with $300 million budget crisis
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - To help bridge its $300 million budget gap, TriMet is planning layoffs and services cuts to bus lines that run throughout the Portland metro area. Starting Nov. 30, TriMet will reduce how often buses arrive on certain bus lines. After 9 p.m., buses will arrive hourly...
2 people hospitalized after bailing out of car fire on Highway 26
PORTLAND, Ore. — Two people were hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after their car caught fire on Highway 26, briefly closing the westbound off-ramp to the Oregon Zoo. Portland Fire & Rescue said a mechanical problem caused the engine compartment to ignite, which disabled the car’s brakes. The driver told...
Oregon DMV limits testing in hopes drivers take it more seriously
The sad state of driver training and knowledge is a constant source of frustration and dismay for many safe streets advocates. It seems like the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will give a license to just about anyone, and it’s become so easy to pass the tests that they don’t really provide any type of substantive...
Streaming star iShowSpeed hits Portland landmarks, works out with Damian Lillard while large crowds...
PORTLAND, Ore. — Streaming personality IShowSpeed brought his 35-day cross-country livestream tour to Portland on Wednesday, attracting large crowds at stops across the city. IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., is a 20-year-old content creator known for high-energy livestreams on YouTube and Twitch. He...
