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Portland area to see 80-degree days in stretch of summer weather this week. Here's what to expect
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Portland metro area is expected to go from winter to summer in four days with the possibility of a five-day run in the 80s starting Thursday — and potentially a 90-degree day on Friday. It will be a welcome break from the loop of...
Driver dies after car plummets 250 feet off bridge near Warm Springs
A Happy Valley man was killed early Saturday after his car plummeted 250 feet off a bridge along Highway 26 north of Warm Springs. The crash happened at the Mill Creek Bridge, about three miles north of the Wasco County-Jefferson County line. Warm Springs Police found the scene at 1:05 a.m. Saturday.
Young Driver Charged in Portland Crash that Left Pedestrian Critically Injured
A devastating crash in Portland's Madison South neighborhood has left a male pedestrian fighting for his life in the hospital, while a young driver faces multiple charges after being arrested at the scene. The collision occurred in the early hours of Saturday, May 4, as police and emergency services hastily responded to the horror unfolded at Northeast Halsey Street and Northeast 92nd Avenue.
Hotter, drier summer looms for most of Oregon
It's shaping up to be a hotter-than-usual summer for the majority of Oregon, according to new forecasts and research. Why it matters: Nearly 70% of Portlanders live on heat islands — parts of the city that are hotter and more dangerous than others on very warm days — per a 2023 data analysis by nonprofit climate research group Climate Central.
OHSU sees world’s first documented case of brain disease from fentanyl inhalation
A patient who arrived at an Oregon emergency room "unconscious and near death," in 2023, is the world's first documented case of brain disease from inhaling fentanyl, according to Oregon Health & Science University.
Portland Prepares for Wet and Stormy Week with Thunderstorms and Winds, NWS Advises Caution
Portland residents better keep their umbrellas at hand this week as the city braces for a wet and stormy forecast, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Portland, Oregon. Today, rain showers and a possible thunderstorm are expected to persist, making it a day to tread cautiously on the slick streets. With humidity levels reaching 87 percent and a steady south-southwest wind blowing at 16 mph, gusts could peak up to 21 mph, forecasters say.
Portland police investigating claims of responsibility in arson fire that burned 17 police cars
Portland police are investigating a social media post claiming responsibility for an arson fire last week that burned 17 Police Bureau cars. Police originally said 15 cars were burned in the fire last Thursday but increased that number by two Monday as their investigation continues. Also Monday, a group calling...
Portland weather to remain mostly rainy and overcast until sunny skies return mid-week
The rainy weather continues in Portland Monday, with showers and even potentially a thunderstorm dropping a tenth of an inch or more of rain throughout the day. Temperatures are expected to peak around 57 degrees Monday and around 61 degrees Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in Portland. More showers could fall Tuesday. The clouds will start to clear by the end of the day.
Veterans Memorial Coliseum Faces Potential Transformation as Portland Considers Land Use Proposal
Portland's historic Veterans Memorial Coliseum is at a crossroads, as a new land use proposal awaits judgment—bringing changes that could reshape the face of this storied arena. According to a recent notice issued by the City of Portland, the proposal identified as LU 24-015652 HRM will go through a Type III review process involving a public hearing before the Historic Landmark Commission.
Portland Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Fatal Street Racing Crash That Killed Young Mother
A Portland man involved in a deadly street racing crash in August 2022 which claimed the life of a young mother waiting at a bus stop has been sentenced to three years in prison. Jonathan Peña, the driver who lost control during the illegal race, pleaded guilty to the charges, resulting in his sentencing on Friday, KGW reported.
Stabbing victim taken to hospital in cop car after no ambulances available in Gresham
MULTNOMAH COUNTY Ore. (KPTV) - A person found suffering from multiple stab wounds at a Gresham TriMet MAX station was taken to the hospital in a police car when no ambulances were available early Sunday, according to Portland Fire & Rescue. Just after midnight, crews responded to the report of...
Tigard City Councilor Jai Raj Singh resigns his position effective immediately
Tigard City Councilor Jai Raj Singh has announced he will resign his council seat effective immediately. On Friday, May 3, Singh sent an email letter to the council, informing him of his decision. He did not cite a reason for leaving. “I would like to express my gratitude for the opportunities and experiences I have had while serving on the council. It has been a privilege to work alongside dedicated...
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