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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
'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...
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.
2 bars, 1 deli involved in an armed robbery spree in Portland metro, 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...
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.
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.
West Linn council approves plans for new Willamette area commercial building with rooftop deck
Plans for a new commercial building on Willamette Falls Drive will move forward after the West Linn City Council unanimously denied an appeal of the proposal during a discussion that spanned two meetings April 15 and 22. Neighbors living directly behind the site of the new building appealed an initial approval of the proposed project earlier this year, arguing that noise from the planned rooftop deck would likely violate the city’s noise ordinance. ...
Portland transitional housing resident accused of slashing dog with a machete
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — 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. An affidavit was filed on April 22, documenting evidence collected...
Seven most expensive homes sold in West Linn, April 15-21
A house that sold for $1.2 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in West Linn in the past week. In total, seven residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $783,159. The average price per square foot was $324.
Man sentenced to over 12 years in prison for 2 armed robberies in Hillsboro
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KPTV) - A man will spend more than 12 years behind bars after being convicted of two armed robberies, according to the Washington County District Attorney’s Office. Cristian Michael Abarca was found guilty of two counts of first-degree robbery. He was sentenced on April 18 to 150...
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
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — 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 the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office Deputy John...
Oregon doctors are still struggling with rise of newborns being addicted to fentanyl, NICU director says
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.
'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...
Markham Elementary will not reopen for entire 2024-2025 school year
Markham Elementary School in Portland, Oregon will not re-open for the 2024-2025 school year due to extensive damage from the January 2024 ice storm, and students will instead study at Jackson Middle School until further notice.
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