Volunteers rally to repair High Rock Lookout after devastating vandalism
Don Allen was about to drive home from work when his phone began buzzing with messages. His screen filled with images of broken windows, shattered glass, and a bludgeoned door. There had been a break-in. But it wasn’t Don’s home. In fact, for Don, it was even worse.
‘The Evergreen’: The growing ‘Christian localism’ movement in Battle Ground, Washington
The CEO of a fast-growing company in Battle Ground is buying and developing properties at a rapid pace. His investments in the Southwest Washington town have raised hopes for some who live there. But others are questioning whether the executive, Camden Spiller, has a specific Christian vision for the city. He has conne
Allstate report: Oregon cities vary in driver safety rankings
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Oregon is home to some of the nation’s safest drivers, just not in Portland, according to an Allstate report that ranked Eugene in the top 10, Salem in the top 75, and Portland as mid-tier. A new Allstate report released for 2026 ranks Eugene...
Wildfire smoke in the jet stream may bring haze to Portland as temps reach...
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Mostly sunny skies are greeting residents across the Pacific Northwest this Monday morning. Some wildfire smoke is visible north of Portland. “The smoke is wrapped up in the jet stream,” said Storm Tracker 2 Meteorologist Matt Gontarek. “We will watch to see if it brings some haze today.”
Clark County burn ban begins 12:01 a.m. July 15, lasts through Sept. 30
VANCOUVER, Wash. (KATU) — A burn ban will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, for all land clearing and residential burning in Clark County, Washington. The burning restrictions do not apply to federally managed lands. Officials say the Fire Marshal is also rescinding all burning permits...
Portland’s Newest Culinary Destination Offers Southern Oregonians Another Reason to Explore the City
Portland’s celebrated dining scene is preparing to welcome an ambitious new addition later this month as Oregon-born celebrity chef Brian Malarkey brings a fresh culinary experience to the Pearl District. Designed as both a modern steakhouse and a showcase of Pacific Northwest flavors, The Malarkey is expected to becom
These 5 Oregon Restaurants Are So Strange, Locals Can’t Explain Why They Keep Going...
Oregon’s restaurant scene includes five long-running spots that turn dinner into a full setting, from moving tables in Portland to a cash-only steak house in the high desert. What keeps them busy is not shock value alone, but the fact that each place pairs its odd premise with an established local following.
Family says man was ‘tortured’ at Oregon State hospital before his death
PORTLAND, Ore. — The family of Kenneth Hass has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging Oregon State Hospital and other state defendants subjected him to severe neglect and abuse during a three-year stay that ended with his death, according to a complaint filed in federal court. Sierra Hass, representing...
Oregon National Guard’s Command Senior Enlisted Leader retires after 33 years of service
HAPPY VALLEY, Ore. – U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Lee G. Smith, Command Senior Enlisted Leader for the Oregon National Guard, formally retired from military service after 33 years of commitment to the nation in a ceremony held in his honor at Camp Withycombe in Happy Valley, Oregon, on July 11, 2026. He was the principa
Sellwood’s ‘CVS cat’ Nutmeg dies at 19
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The cat who became a familiar face — and an honorary “employee” — at the CVS in Portland’s Sellwood neighborhood has died. Nutmeg, an outdoor cat adopted about a year and a half ago, was known for regularly lounging inside the CVS near Southeast 17th Avenue and Tacoma Street. Store staff even mad
