How Henry Kaiser’s Portland-area shipyards helped build the fleet that won WWII
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, KATU is highlighting moments and milestones that shaped the Pacific Northwest. You may recognize the name Kaiser from around Oregon and Southwest Washington. This week’s “Amazing America” focuses on one of Henry Kaiser's most...
In-Custody Death Investigation of Woman at Clackamas County Jail in Oregon
OREGON CITY, OR — Authorities have launched a multi-agency investigation following the death of a 46-year-old woman during the booking process at the Clackamas County Jail on Wednesday night, February 18, 2026. The Incident. According to officials, the woman arrived at the jail around 10:45 p.m. after being arrested...
Pacific Northwest Extended Weather: High Winds and Mountain Snow Target Oregon, Washington Feb 26–March...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Seattle, Washington – Powerful wind gusts and heavy mountain snow could disrupt travel across Washington and Oregon beginning Thursday, Feb. 26, as an active Pacific pattern strengthens through Monday,...
Broken promise or misunderstanding? Portland homeless shelter shuttle no longer runs a set route
Pearl District residents, both housed and homeless, are complaining that the city yanked a promised shuttle between the Northrup overnight-only shelter and the outdoor Oasis day center, about a mile away in Old Town. For people with limited mobility who stayed at the overnight-only shelter, the shuttle allowed them...
Portland City Councilor Loretta Smith reverses course on open carry proposal after backlash
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland City Councilor Loretta Smith has now reversed course after putting forth a controversial plan to allow city councilors to openly carry a firearm while conducting city business. First reported by Oregon Public Broadcasting, Smith previously told the outlet she had drafted the proposal...
This Oregon Garden In Portland Is Now Considered One Of The Most Beautiful In...
Tucked into the lush hills of Portland, the Portland Japanese Garden feels like a quiet world of its own. Stone paths wind past koi ponds, maples glow in fiery fall color, and every lantern and bridge seems placed with thoughtful care. It is the kind of place that makes you slow your steps and take a deeper breath.
Northeast Portland’s Expatriate confirms closure following shutdown rumors
Expatriate nabbed James Beard recognition as a semifinalist for Outstanding Bar Program in 2020.
One of Portland’s most prolific taggers faces felony indictment, prosecutors say
The man behind a graffiti tag that has swept across Portland underpasses and highway signs was arrested Thursday, police say. William P. Matthews — whom police have linked to the nom de paint “Rango” — faces four counts each of misdemeanor and felony criminal mischief, court records show.
Lawsuit claims deputy preyed on vulnerable inmate at Multnomah County Detention Center
In a lawsuit filed in federal court Wednesday, a woman alleges that the deputy took advantage of her vulnerability to coerce her into performing sexual acts while she was detained, and the county failed to investigate reports related to his behavior.
Guaranteed Income Program Handing $2,025,000 To Residents on West Coast in Push To Help...
Millions of dollars will be dished out to households on the West Coast as an existing guaranteed income program expands. The nonprofit The Bridge Project, which offers unconditional supplementary income to low-income households, is expanding its guaranteed income program to Multnomah County, Oregon, reports The...
