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Gresham High School teachers and classified staff held a “vote of no confidence” against school leadership and district administration after growing concerns around student and staff safety. After two years of alleged growing violence within the schools halls, including “gang activity” and “students bringing weapons for protection,” the Gresham-Barlow Education Association announced its vote Tuesday, April 30. In total 64 staff members backed the vote, nearly 94% in favor. In...
Woman missing since June found dead in E. Oregon
A long search to find a missing Boise woman on the range north of Jordan Valley ended with the discovery last month of her remains, approximately two miles from where her vehicle was found abandoned last June. Malheur County Sheriff Travis Johnson confirmed the discovery of Gwen Brunelle’s remains in...
Protesters flee PSU library as Portland police surround building, at least 12 arrested
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - Portland police have begun clearing out pro-Palestine protesters who have been occupying a library on the Portland State University’s campus for several days. Thursday, May 2. 11:10 a.m. Officers have arrested at least 12 people, so far, as they continue to work to resolve activity...
Oregon men sentenced to federal prison for roles in fatal fentanyl overdoses
(The Center Square) - Two men from Oregon received a federal prison sentence for their roles in separate fatal fentanyl overdose deaths on Tuesday. Beaverton resident Billy Ray Trueblood, 33, received a 41-month federal prison sentence, plus four years of supervised release for distributing fentanyl that killed a man; and Monmouth resident Javen James Pedro, 71, got 75 months in federal prison, plus six years of supervised release, for distributing fentanyl that killed a teenager in Salem, Oregon, according to the U.S. Attorney for the...
Happy Valley Standoff Ends with Suspect Fatally Shot by SWAT, Family Safe
A standoff in Happy Valley culminated in a deadly officer-involved shooting late Monday night after a man, allegedly holding his family hostage, was gunned down by SWAT team members. The incident began when deputies were dispatched to a residence on SE Westview Court around 8:20 p.m. following a 911 call from family members.
Dry, mild Thursday around Portland, wet weekend ahead
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Thursday is expected to be the warmest day of the week around the Portland-Vancouver metro area. Skies will slowly dry through the morning hours as mostly cloudy conditions remain. A few afternoon and evening sun breaks will help warm the Willamette Valley into the mid-60s. That warmer weather trend falls by the end of the week.
10 most expensive homes sold in Happy Valley/Clackamas, April 22-28
A house in Happy Valley that sold for $1.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Happy Valley/Clackamas in the past week. In total, 17 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $732,971. The average price per square foot ended up at $285.
Lake Oswego reflects on violent January storm during forum
The city of Lake Oswego is still recovering from a winter storm that battered the area over three months ago. The January wind and ice storm felled hundreds of trees, precipitated flooding at numerous homes, caused thousands of PGE customers to go without power for days and even led to a death in the community. To reflect on this event, the city hosted a community forum Tuesday, April 30 at...
How Portland’s pro-Palestinian protests differ from others
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - There have been pro-Palestinian protests across the country, some escalating to physical altercations between protesters and law enforcement, but as of Wednesday afternoon, law enforcement hasn’t been involved at Portland State University. Dr. Randy Blazak, a political conflict expert, sees reasons why the protest at...
Portland Braces for Hail and Thunderstorms with 100% Chance of Showers
Portland is gearing up for a bout of tempestuous weather, with the National Weather Service Portland Oregon forecasting an unequivocal 100% chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm today before 5 pm. The high is expected to hover near a nippy 54 degrees. Winds are picking up, shifting from south at 8 to 11 mph to west in the afternoon, ready to chill residents to the bone with a wind chill sinking down to 41°F.
Fentanyl Dealer Caught at Trail Blazers Game, Gets Slam Dunked by Justice!
In a twist seemingly straight out of a crime drama, a fentanyl dealer on the run was nabbed by law enforcement while he casually attended a Portland Trail Blazers game. The pursuit ended as an observant fan, who also worked as a Washington County sheriff’s deputy involved in the case, spotted the suspect on live TV. This sharp-eyed deputy was "pretty sure" the man on his screen was the fugitive they were after, as reported by The Seattle Times.
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