Street Takeovers Are Turning Deadly More Often — and the Response Hasn’t Caught Up
Street takeover events, where participants block roads to perform vehicle stunts, have become more frequent and severe, with a recent incident in Portland resulting in a fatality. Street takeover events have been escalating in frequency and severity across several American cities, and Portland has become one of the mor
Double stabbing in Battle Ground leaves 1 dead, another hospitalized
BATTLE GROUND, Wash. — One person is dead and another seriously injured after a stabbing in Battle Ground on Friday afternoon, according to the Clark County Sheriff's Office. The agency said that deputies responded just before 1:30 p.m. to a reported stabbing near Northeast 117th Avenue and 244th Street,...
Sheriff: 5 arrested for luring a minor in undercover sting in Washington County
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore. (KPTV) - Five people are facing charges after being arrested in an uncover child predator sting, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The sting happened on Thursday, June 4. The sheriff’s office said investigators used dating applications, social media sites, and other online pla
How to watch the Portland Rose Festival’s Grand Floral Starlight Parade on Saturday
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Portland Rose Festival's newly combined Grand Floral Starlight Parade will march through downtown on Saturday — and KGW will stream it live. The parade is expected to run from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. It'll unfold in two phases to try to preserve the character of each parade, organizers said. The Gr
Thunderstorms and lightning could roll over Portland on Saturday afternoon
Oregonians headed out early to Saturday’s annual Rose Festival parade in Portland may want to keep an eye on the sky. The National Weather Service has announced that there is a chance of thunderstorms Saturday across northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. In Portland, the highest chance of thunderstorms is...
After all-night session, Multnomah County board passes budget with deep cuts; homeless services, DA...
After nearly 12 hours of deliberation, the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners adopted a $4 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year in a 4-1 vote early Friday. The decision ended a months-long process as the county weighed painful reductions amid budget shortfalls. The monetary roadmap for the 2027 fiscal...
Man caught on camera vandalizing Albina Head Start in Northeast Portland
Portland police are investigating after surveillance video caught a man throwing rocks and breaking windows at Albina Head Start on May 31 before running away.
Portland Public Schools ends school year amid enrollment and budget challenges
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Thousands of students in Portland Public Schools (PPS) celebrated the last day of school Friday, marking the beginning of summer break. But for many families and district leaders, the end of the academic year comes with growing concerns about the future of the state's largest school district.
Lake Oswego Lands Mr. Maple Donuts In Sweet South-Of-The-River First
Downtown Lake Oswego is getting a serious sugar upgrade. Mr. Maple Donuts is moving into 363 S. State Street, Suite A, with the family-owned chain eyeing an early August opening. The new spot is set to keep the brand’s trademark rotating lineup of donuts while experimenting with an expanded breakfast and beverage menu,
After 5 puppies developed bone disease, an Oregon animal rescue is suing the dog...
A new lawsuit alleges recalled pet food caused bone disorders in five Oregon puppies and seeks damages to pay for their medical treatment. Hazel’s House Animal Rescue, a Newberg-based foster shelter, filed a lawsuit in Multnomah County Circuit Court on Monday asking for $150,000 from Revival Animal Health, the Iowa-bas
