Oregon’s Bottle Bill crisis: How a landmark environmental law became entangled with Portland’s drug...
In Oregon, few environmental policies are as universally recognized as the state’s pioneering Bottle Bill. For over 50 years, this landmark legislation has allowed residents to return cans and bottles for a refund – now 10 cents each – creating one of the nation’s most successful recycling programs.
Portland Serial Armed Robber Cory Jackson to Face 20-Year Sentence After Guilty Plea in...
On May 29th, 44-year-old Cory Jackson, a man tied to a string of high-tension armed robberies in Multnomah County, entered a plea of guilty to six counts of Robbery in the First Degree with a Firearm. His conviction trails a series of crimes targeting five marijuana dispensaries and a bar, leaving the perpetrators...
District Attorney Vasquez Says He Will Pursue Charges Against People Arrested at ICE Headquarters
Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez says he will pursue charges against 10 people arrested Thursday night outside the South Portland headquarters of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as anyone else who damages federal property. “My team is reviewing every case that’s coming in,” Vasquez...
The Burritos At This Legendary Restaurant In Oregon Are So Good, They’re Worth A...
In Portland’s vibrant culinary landscape stands a technicolor temple to Mexican cuisine that has Oregonians calculating mileage and planning day trips just for a taste. La Bonita isn’t just a restaurant – it’s a destination where the burritos have achieved legendary status and the exterior is as flavorful as what’s...
‘It’s not just criminals’: Newberg vineyard workers shocked after ICE arrests
Moises Sotelo, the owner of Novo Start Vineyard Service, was one of the two arrested.
FISH Vancouver Receives Over 30,000 Pounds of Food From LDS Church
Vancouver, WA — FISH Vancouver received over 30,000 pounds of food and household supplies Thursday from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The donation comes at a time of high need for many individuals and families due to school letting out for the summer. For...
With LA on the mind, Portland officials pledge support for immigrants, urge people to...
Top Portland and Multnomah County leaders, law enforcement officials and several community leaders stood together Friday in advance of large planned protests to decry the immigration policies of the federal administration and affirm the laws in place to protect immigrants. “When we see federal abuse, we will bring it...
St. Johns Bizarre seeks alternative options for lighting that could ‘diminish’ event
Organizers support the focus on public safety, but say the lighting placement contradicts the point of the gathering
One person shot, injured in officer-involved shooting, Gresham police say
Police said there is no ongoing threat to the community and more information will be released later.
Rowena Fire destroys 49+ homes, hundreds evacuated in Wasco County
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a sexual assault that happened during a home invasion in Beaverton on Monday night. 'A very devastating thing to drive through that area': Firefighters battling Rowena wildfire. Updated: 3 hours ago. |. For the first time, those on the frontlines shared the...