Portland Police’s Central Bike Squad Arrests Alleged Prolific Retail Thief at Pioneer Place Mall
Portland's Central Bike Squad made a clean sweep this past week when they apprehended a man accused of being a notorious retail thief. The arrest took place on Wednesday evening, when officers responded quickly to a reported theft at Pioneer Place Mall. In a carefully executed maneuver, the Bike Squad and...
Driver injured after crashing head-on into garbage truck in NE Portland
A woman suffered serious injuries after crashing head-on into a garbage truck in Northeast Portland early Friday morning, and was extricated by Portland Fire & Rescue and taken to the hospital.
Officials call for enhanced security measures at downtown Portland’s Central Library
Both Portland and Multnomah County officials are calling for increased security measures in and around the Central Library in Downtown Portland.
Demolition of former Nordstrom at Lloyd Center marks progress in renewal plan
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Demolition of the former Nordstrom building at the Lloyd Center Mall continues, marking significant progress in the area's redevelopment efforts. The Nordstrom store, which has been vacant since 2014, is being torn down as part of a broader initiative to rejuvenate the mall and its surroundings.
Murder-suicide identities released in Vancouver home invasions
A 77-year-old woman was apparently killed by a 29-year-old man who then took his own life following a string of home invasions in a Vancouver neighborhood on Wednesday.
Portland Police Arrest Prolific Graffiti Vandal “Bambi”
PORTLAND, OR – The Portland Police Bureau says progress is being made in the case of prolific tagger following a raid on a southeast Portland home this week. Officers assigned to the Central Precinct Neighborhood Response Team served a search warrant at a home in the Sunnyside Neighborhood. They say they were...
Portland pool closed after unexpected malfunction
A swimming pool at the East Portland Community Center is temporarily closed after a boiler malfunctioned on Saturday. Portland Parks and Recreation said in a statement that the center’s lap pool, leisure pool and spa area will be closed until Monday or later while staff work on repairing the boiler. The center is...
The Legendary Breakfast Restaurant In Oregon Where You Can Eat For Under $12
In an age when a single latte can rival your phone bill, stumbling upon a spot that lets you eat like a king without spending like one feels like striking gold. The Original Hotcake House in Portland remains a proud reminder that a stellar breakfast doesn’t have to come with a luxury price tag.
Portlanders rally to save award-winning restaurant after plea for help
Longtime Portland resident Linda Jaramillo sat around a large table inside Higgins restaurant Friday waiting to reunite with friends for lunch, something she hadn’t done in years since the COVID-19 pandemic. “When I heard that Higgins was having some financial difficulties, I got right on it,” Jaramillo said. “We...
14 Doughnut Destinations In Oregon That Make Mornings Sweet
Oregon’s doughnut scene is a sweet-lover’s paradise with options ranging from quirky classics to artisanal creations. Whether you’re craving the comfort of traditional glazed or hunting for innovative flavor combinations, the Beaver State delivers. Grab your coffee and prepare for a sugary adventure through these 14...