Suspect pepper sprayed, tased, and arrested after threatening TriMet staff and officers
GRESHAM, Ore. (KATU) — Deputies used a Taser and less-lethal rounds to take a man into custody after he allegedly "threatened to kill officers and deputies" on the MAX line in Gresham early Friday morning. Just after 1 a.m., Multnomah County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to reports from TriMet that...
Portland Woman Sentenced for Killing Brother and Shooting Family Members; Judge Cites Mental Illness
On November 12, 2025, Judge Nan Waller delivered a verdict in the case of Tamena Jaceeta Strickland, a 37-year-old Portland resident. Strickland was found guilty except for insanity in the murder of her 22-year-old brother, Deante Strickland. She was also found guilty on two counts of attempted murder for shooting...
Judge finds ICE violated law when they detained a man after ‘randomly’ running plates
Federal immigration officers detained a 24-year-old man in Beaverton during random license plate checks, but a judge found his detention to be unlawful due to his pending asylum application and long-term residence in the U.S.
Pide on Mill Plain: Dadash Grill Opens With Rare Turkish Specialties in Vancouver
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. A fresh flame has lit up East Mill Plain. On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Dadash Grill Turkish Cuisine opened at 8606 E Mill Plain Blvd, Suite A, bringing a focused lineup of kebabs, breads, and sweets to Vancouver. Early signs point to a traditional menu...
Smoking 10-finger discount: Multnomah County Prosecutors say man stole $38,000 of tobacco
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Multnomah County Prosecutors say a serial thief repeatedly targeted Plaid Pantry stores for several months in 2025, stealing thousands of dollars' worth of tobacco products. According to court documents, 54-year-old Timothy Ray Jones and his accomplices entered the stores 30 times between Mar....
New pet-friendly homeless shelter opens in Hillsboro
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KATU) — Hillsboro opened the largest homeless shelter in Washington County on Friday. The new facility will have 75 sleeping areas made up of 40 sleep pods and 35 indoor communal spaces. It will also offer meals, laundry facilities and staff 24 hours a day, all year.
Anticipation and Frustration: The Long-Awaited Opening of the Local Asian Buffet
The much-anticipated Asian Buffet, initially planned to open in the former Cracker Barrel location, has now moved to 158th near Fred Meyer. Despite the "opening soon" sign that has been displayed for approximately 2-3 years across both locations, the opening date remains a mystery. This delay has caused frustration...
Oregon’s new elephant license plate is finally available to purchase
Pacific Northwest pachyderm pals unite! The new Oregon Zoo elephant license plate is now available. The plate, which was announced in 2024, is now available at any Oregon Department of Motor Vehicle office, by mail or online. Along with standard fees, the new elephant plate includes a $40 fee when...
For two decades Sandy River Delta was home, now he’s on the street
TROUTDALE, Ore. (KATU) — A yellow rainproof backpack that Daniel Leighton's "mentor" told him never to lose sight of tells the story of a system built to help people like him, one he's lost all trust in. Among the stack of tattered papers in the backpack are rent receipts,...
Judge in Portland reckless driving case says she ‘won’t tolerate’ further statements by DA
Multnomah County Circuit Judge Katharine von Ter Stegge took vigorous aim at District Attorney Nathan Vasquez — suggesting he engaged in prosecutorial misconduct by panning her prior ruling in a highly publicized reckless driving case. The driver in question, Oscar Burrell, returned to von Ter Stegge’s courtroom Nov....
