Governor Kotek Signs Bill Guaranteeing Free Books for Oregon’s Youngest Learners
Gresham, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson joined legislators and community partners to commemorate the signing of House Bill 4022 at an event at Multnomah County’s new East County Library in Gresham. The bill codifies the Oregon Imagination Library Program, which provides a free book ea
Hyundai All-EV Convoy Transports Needy Dogs On A Rescue Mission
This is the first time the cross-country canine rescue convoy has been powered by all-electric vehicles. The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Calligraphy pairs a spacious cabin and generous cargo space with advanced safety features and efficient charging speed. Hyundai Motor America reported June 17 that it participated in Operati
Analysis reveals Willamette River’s potential for Portland’s downtown
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Portland Metro Chamber and ECONorthwest, along with Human Access Project, just released an analysis of the economic potential of the Willamette River. Not surprisingly, the analysis found that the river, which runs through Downtown Portland, is underutilized, especially compared to other riv
Police detain 2 after deploying spike strip near Portland International Airport
Authorities say they have detained two people who they believe fled Saturday after police deployed a spike strip near Portland International Airport. Police responded to the area of Interstate 205 south of the Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge after a person was driving recklessly and attempting to elude officers, accor
11 Hidden Oregon Buffets That Serve Real Homemade Comfort Food Just Like Your Grandma
The scent of butter and biscuits drifts through the air the moment you walk in, and suddenly you are a kid again. That is the feeling these hidden Oregon buffets deliver, real homemade comfort food that no fancy restaurant can replicate. They sit tucked away in strip malls and quiet...
A disappearing heat wave, plus wet/cool ahead next weekend
Happy Father’s Day! It’ll be a very short post for that reason. A few days ago it was looking like we might get as warm as the mid-90s tomorrow and/or Tuesday...maybe. Other forecasts have been a bit out of hand implying we could hit 100 or get close. No, it’s not hot enough for that. Remember last week there were some
Car crashes into 24 Hour Fitness gym in Beaverton
A car crashed into the glass entrance of a 24 Hour Fitness gym in Beaverton on Sunday morning, causing hundreds of dollars in damages, but luckily no one was hurt.
When Semi-Trucks Go Sightseeing: How One Rig Took Out Seven Power Poles in a...
A driver who probably thought Friday was going to be uneventful ended up rewriting the afternoon for an entire downtown district. On June 19, 2026, a semi-truck traveling through downtown Beaverton, Oregon caught a low-hanging ... Read more
11 Oregon Historic Movie Theaters Where The Popcorn Comes With A Past
There’s something about Oregon’s historic cinemas that hits you right away. The sense that the theater has seen just as much drama as any film it shows. These aren’t just places to watch films. They’re living time capsules where popcorn, flickering light, and old-world charm all share the same stage.
Car shows, wine tasting, fundraising: Father’s Day events held around Pacific Northwest
Car shows, wine-tasting and fundraising events were held around the Pacific Northwest for Father's Day on Sunday.
