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Grass fire under control after downed power lines shut down TV Hwy west of...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A grass fire caused by downed power lines is now under control on Tualatin Valley Highway, just west of Aloha, authorities said. The blaze is now contained, thanks to a response from Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue. While there were some traffic disruptions earlier in the afternoon, by 6 p.m., t
Featured picture for Drivers used mortars, fireworks, lasers during Portland street takeovers over the weekend: Police

Drivers used mortars, fireworks, lasers during Portland street takeovers over the weekend: Police

Multiple arrests were made and cars were towed following a police response to illegal street takeovers in Portland over the weekend.
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Beaverton man accused of reckless burning after firework-lit grass fire

A 19-year-old man was arrested for throwing an illegal firework that ignited a grass fire in Beaverton, prompting a response from firefighters who quickly contained the blaze before it could spread.
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Armenian National Extradited to the United States Pleads Guilty to Ransomware Extortion Conspiracy

PORTLAND, Ore.— An Armenian national extradited from Ukraine to the United States pleaded guilty yesterday for his role in Ryuk ransomware attacks and an extortion conspiracy targeting companies throughout the United States, including a technology company operating in Oregon. Karen Serobovich Vardanyan, 34, pleaded gui
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Frozen Custard Invasion: Freddy’s Plots 20 Spots Across Portland And Beyond

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has its eye on Oregon, with a plan to open at least 20 franchise restaurants across the state. The expansion would bring the Kansas-born steakburger and frozen custard chain into new neighborhoods throughout the Portland metro and across Oregon. As reported by Portland Business Jo
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Woman allegedly stabbed by family member in Portland; suspect taken into custody

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A man was arrested after police said a woman was stabbed by a family member Sunday in the 16000 block of Northeast Sandy Boulevard. On Sunday, July 12 officers responded to a report of a woman who had been stabbed by a family member. Police said officers were able to safely get the victim and ad
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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.
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‘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
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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...
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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.”

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