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‘They’re Hurting Children’: White Boy Punches Black Girl In the Face, Called Her ‘N-Word’ at Portland Middle School and the School District Allowed It, Lawsuit Alleges
A new civil rights lawsuit against the largest school district in Oregon alleged that a 14-year-old Black student was subjected to “physical violence” and a […] ‘They’re Hurting Children’: White Boy Punches Black Girl In the Face, Called Her ‘N-Word’ at Portland Middle School and the School District Allowed It, Lawsuit Alleges
Wellspent Market Is Moving Into a Historic Grocery Building on Southeast Division
Wellspent Market, the curated grocery store founded by James Beard-nominated food writer Jim Dixon, plans to move to Southeast Portland this June. The market will take up residence in a century-old building on Southeast Division Street and Southeast 34th Avenue which originally opened as a general store called Jos. T Harris Grocery. Renovations are currently underway following the vacancy of longtime tenant Anders Printing Company, revealing the building’s original fir floors.
Portland metro bars, deli robbed at gunpoint within 30 minutes of each other, police say
PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland police are tracking three armed robberies that all happened within 30 minutes of each other in Northwest Portland and the Beaverton area on Thursday. Detectives are looking into whether the three robberies are connected to each other. At 10:56 a.m. officers responded to reports of...
Portland transitional housing resident accused of slashing dog with a machete
A 53-year-old man living in a transitional housing property in Portland’s Buckman neighborhood was arrested for multiple animal abuse charges on April 21 after he allegedly slashed another resident’s dog with a machete.
Amber Alert Agony, Hunt Intensifies for Dangerous Dad in Portland After Tragic Twins Snuffed Out
The hunt for Elias Huizar, the man at the center of a heart-rending Amber Alert after a chilling episode in West Richland, intensified as Portland Police confirmed his presence in the area. Citing a shop encounter yesterday morning, a vigilant clerk at the Plaid Pantry on Hayden Island reportedly dialed 911 after spotting Huizar, according to KATU. The clerk's keen observation extended to a child seated in the backseat, setting off a wave of concern as police canvassed the Portland metro.
Dine in this Unique Oregon Restaurant Built in an Old Railway Depot
Built inside the old railroad depot in Oregon City is Coasters Crossing, a family-friendly eatery where you can get a little of everything like burgers, clam chowder, seafood, salads, sandwiches, and beer and wine. Coasters Crossing promises a fun atmosphere with excellent customer service and a laid back environment perfect for a casual night out with friends or to bring the whole family. They also have a nice outdoor patio for dining al fresco on a warm day.
Man shot woman, then himself with pellet gun in domestic violence incident, Yamhill County Sheriff's Office says
PORTLAND, Ore. — A man in McMinnville shot a woman with a pellet gun and then shot himself in a domestic violence dispute Thursday evening, the Yamhill County Sheriff's Office said. A caller reported hearing gunshots and people yelling that someone may have been shot in the head near...
Nine arrested in multi-agency mission that recovered seven stolen cars
Nine people were arrested, and seven stolen vehicles were recovered in the Portland area during a multi-agency mission on April 22 involving the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, the Portland Police Bureau and Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office.
Oregon doctors concerned about rise in fentanyl use among pregnant women
PORTLAND, Ore. — As first reported by KGW, a homeless woman addicted to fentanyl went into labor in her tent near a fire station two weeks ago. The mother is back on the streets, while the baby remains in the hospital; the hospital would not provide KGW with an update on the baby’s condition.
Portland's village and motel shelters show success
Tiny-home and motel-converted shelters across the metro area appear to be better at connecting those experiencing homelessness to permanent housing than larger traditional sites, according to recent report from Portland State University. Why it matters: The findings detail what's working and what's not in how the region addresses — and...
'Doing our kids a disservice': Lake Oswego parents protest against possible plans to close beloved elementary school
LAKE OSWEGO, Oregon — Some Lake Oswego families rallied Wednesday evening against potential plans to close Lake Grove Elementary School, which could become a community center or retail space in its next life. The Lake Oswego School District said it's just an idea at this point, but some parents...
'We're all just pissed off': Portland Public Schools asks custodians to reimburse district after it overpaid staff during January ice storm
PORTLAND, Ore. — Hundreds of Portland Public School (PPS) custodians received an email from the district on April 12, saying the school district overpaid employees during the January ice storm, custodians said. Now, PPS is asking the employees to give some of the money back. "They gave me three...
In-N-Out Burger Cooks Up Plans for Third Pacific Northwest Spot in East Vancouver
The burger chain popular for its simple menu and devoted following In-N-Out Burger, is beefing up its presence in the Pacific Northwest with a potential third location earmarked for the Portland area. Already buzzed about for its planned forays into Tualatin, Beaverton, or Hillsboro, the chain is seemingly not content to stop there, as documents filed with the city suggest an east Vancouver spot is also on the grill.
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