Nominate your favorite business for the Spotlight’s Reader’s Choice contest today
We’re looking for the best of the best of Columbia County, and we need your help. The Columbia County Spotlight Reader’s Choice contest promotes our local economy by enlisting readers to nominate and vote for their favorite local businesses. Do you have a favorite spot or person that...
From police chief to woodcarver, Terry Moss finds an unexpected path
This is part of a weekly series introducing readers to individuals who are passionate about our Mid-Valley community. Terry Moss was shopping at the Fred Meyer in Scappoose with his wife, Bonnie, when they walked by the rack of magazines. He thumbed through a few until he found a copy of Woodcarving Illustrated. The...
Man killed, suspect in custody after Washington County apartment shooting
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A man is facing second-degree murder and other charges after officials say he shot another man inside an apartment in Rock Creek late Friday night. Around 11 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment in the 19000 block of Northwest Mahama...
OSP Log: Motorcyclist killed on Highway 30 near Clatskanie
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Oregon State Police. All crashes with fatalities may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. THURSDAY, FEB. 26. • 5:39 p.m. — Troopers responded to a three-vehicle crash on Highway 30 about 2...
Demonstrators demand action, medical care for Vancouver man detained in Louisiana ICE facility
PORTLAND, Oregon — On Friday, dozens of protesters gathered outside the Mexican Consulate in Portland, urging officials to step in and help a Vancouver man in immigration custody. Organizers told KGW he's contracted a bacterial infection inside a Louisiana facility. "I think it's come to that point where we're...
Snow forecast updated for Portland, region. Here’s where accumulation is most likely
A cold front moving through the Pacific Northwest will bring increasing showers Monday morning and afternoon, with dropping snow levels expected to create travel impacts at higher elevations through Tuesday. Snow levels will fall to around 1,000 to 1,500 feet late Sunday night into Monday morning, then drop further...
Injured driver faces DUII, assault charges after 3-car crash in Gresham
GRESHAM Ore. (KPTV) - An injured driver is facing DUII charges after a three-car crash early on Sunday in Gresham, according to police. Shortly before 3:30 a.m., officers with the Gresham Police Department were sent to Southeast 182nd Avenue and Southeast Division Street. The driver suspected of causing the crash,...
Troutdale restaurant honored for old-school pizza
2026 Readers Choice winner: The dream of the 80s pizzeria is alive in Troutdale. B&b Pizza Co. has brought a casual, comfortable vibe to the East Multnomah County restaurant scene. It’s the kind of place where kids can be kids, where a spilled root beer won’t cause a meltdown.
Three people sent to hospital after truck crash involving pedestrians in NE Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Three people were sent to the hospital after a truck crash involving pedestrians occurred in Northeast Portland Sunday afternoon, authorities said. The crash happened on Northeast 57th Avenue near Northeast Klickitat Street just before 2 p.m. When a KOIN 6 News photographer arrived at the...
Former Portland Security Company Co-Owner Sentenced to Prison for Excessive Force Assault
A former Portland security company co-owner received 27 months in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree attempted assault for violently attacking two men outside a bar. Portland, OR. — A former co-owner of a private security company was sentenced March 4, 2026, to 27 months in prison for using excessive...

















