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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
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.
Wilsonville is undertaking improvements to park trail system
The city of Wilsonville is set to add a trail at Boones Ferry Park while improving another at Park at Merryfield. The Park at Merryfield project will widen the asphalt trail to 10 feet and address ADA compliance issues related to the trail’s slope, according to a staff report. The staff report said the existing trail is narrow, causing safety issues between pedestrians and cyclists. Striping will be added to...
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.
Portland Braces for Prolonged Showers and Wind Gusts, NWS Advises Preparedness
The forecast for Portland, Oregon is looking decidedly soggy as a fresh batch of precipitation rolls in this week, according to the National Weather Service. Today's partly sunny skies and mild high of 65 degrees are set to take a turn, giving way to a 50 percent chance of rain after 3 a.m. and an anticipated low around 50 degrees.
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...
Portland soaks in spring rain Thursday. Cascades see late-season winter advisory
Grab a jacket and wear your sensible shoes as you head out the door because Thursday will be a wet day in Portland. Rain was already falling through the metro area as of 5 a.m. and will continue through the day, according to the National Weather Service. The metro area could see as much as 0.75 inches.
April showers return Thursday to Portland, continue to May
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — April showers will ramp up around the Portland-Vancouver metro area Thursday with the next major spring front. Steady rain will likely start before sunrise along the Willamette Valley. Not only will cloudy skies and wet weather return, but cooler temperatures will return to the region. Afternoon highs will sit nearly 20 degrees below Tuesday’s high of 78. That makes forecasts highs fall in the upper 50s. Those cooler-than-average temperatures will continue through the first half of the weekend.
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.
'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...
Armed robbery at Portland dispensary
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - The owner of a local dispensary, Alternative Solutions Dispensary in SE Portland is speaking out after his store was robbed while one of his employees was held at gunpoint. On Tuesday around 8 PM, Portland Police say two armed men robbed Alternative Solutions on southeast Powell...
Newberg-Dundee school board begins reexamination of Parents Bill of Rights
One of the last officials acts of the conservative members of the Newberg-Dundee school board in late June 2023 was to pass a Parents Bill of Rights. The move came despite board Chair Dave Brown’s defeat in that month’s elections, Brian Shannon’s notice he would not seek reelection and remaining conservative members Trevor DeHart and Renee Powell being subjugated to the minority on the board in a few weeks. As...
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