Grand jury indicts man accused of throwing rocks at deputy at Aloha McDonald’s
A Washington County grand jury indicted a 40-year-old man on charges Wednesday after prosecutors say the man threw rocks at a deputy responding to reports he was breaking windows at an Aloha McDonald’s, the Beaverton Police Department said. Deputies were called to the fast-food restaurant at 19525 S.W. Tualatin...
Portland takes another step toward a new, Broadway-capable performing arts venue
Is Portland getting closer to making a decision about the future of Broadway-level shows in the city?. According to a Tuesday news release from the city’s Office of Arts and Culture, two separate advisory groups “have reached strikingly similar recommendations” about what to do with the Keller Auditorium.
Portland Thorns ‘actively’ pursuing contract extension for USWNT forward Sophia Wilson, CANWNT captain Jessie...
In the midseason update for the Portland Thorns, there were several key updates. The major update revolves USWNT megastar Sophia Wilson, CANWNT captain Jessie Fleming, and U-23 forward Pietra Tordin. “The Thorns are actively pursuing a contract extension for Sophia Wilson, as well as midfielder Jessie Fleming and forwa
Portland International Airport Completes $2.15 Billion Terminal Reconstruction After 11 Years
PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland International Airport has completed its $2.15 billion main terminal reconstruction, marking the end of an 11-year project that Port of Portland officials say is the largest public infrastructure investment in Oregon history. The project modernized the airport’s main terminal while increasing p
Portland’s biggest July events: Pride, blues and street fairs
The clock just struck summer and Portland events are in full swing, whether you're looking to bop to some tunes, watch some explosions or celebrate Pride. The big picture: With long days and (mostly) dry weather, July packs some of Portland's biggest annual festivals into one month. Here are some of our top picks.
Providence celebrates 100th heart transplant at St. Vincent Medical Center
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Providence is celebrating its 100th heart transplant, and caregivers and patients held a very special celebration to mark the milestone. The Providence Heart Institute at St. Vincent was started in 2020—during the pandemic—to help meet the transplant needs of patients. It’s one of only...
Authorities use bait bike to arrest 34 people at multiple Portland area locations
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A bait bike used by deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office has led to 34 arrests since April, officials announced on Tuesday. The bike has been stolen repeatedly from multiple locations in Aloha, but has been recovered by deputies shortly after the theft, according to the sheriff’s
Multnomah County Just Fired a Key Health Leader. He Says He’s a Scapegoat in...
Following an investigation, Multnomah County has fired the leader of its large network of community health clinics. That leader, Anirudh Padmala, tells WW he is being made a “scapegoat” in a “power struggle” after having endured months of harassment. Padmala has spent the past year as...
Scientists find parasite that can kill humans popping up in Pacific Northwest
A fox parasite that can spread to dogs and humans has made another appearance in the Pacific Northwest, researchers at Washington State University said Tuesday. Commonly known as the fox tapeworm, Echinococcus multilocularis is native to Europe and Asia. It infects foxes and coyotes, and can also affect dogs. When it a
Smoke Scare In Boise Neighborhood Sends Fire Crews Sprinting To Home
Portland Fire & Rescue crews rushed into the Boise neighborhood on Monday after a caller reported the smell of smoke inside a home, according to the bureau. Engine 24 arrived to investigate, and firefighters checked for any active fire and tried to track down the source of the odor. As of the initial response, official
