Nation Jul 08 4 suspected heat-related deaths reported in Oregon region By Ty O'Neil, Christopher Weber, Associated Press
Nation Jan 12 Powerful winter storm to bring ‘life-threatening wind chills’ and cancels flights in Northwest An approaching storm in the Northwest is one of a number of sprawling storms bringing everything from what the National Weather Service called “life-threatening wind chills” in South Dakota to the possibility of tornadoes in the South. By Claire Rush, Associated Press
Arts Dec 27 Watch 6:23 Immersive exhibitions are changing the way people consume art In recent years, immersive art exhibitions that place viewers amid the art have been a hot ticket. Popular ones featuring works from artists like van Gogh and Monet travel from city to city. But there are a growing number of… By Cat Wise
Nation Nov 20 Why this widespread form of homelessness is often overlooked and unsupported Millions of people experience homelessness by living "doubled-up." Here's why they're often ineligible for assistance. By Hannah Grabenstein
Politics Nov 02 Portland’s citizens to vote on government changes in 2022 midterms Residents of Portland, Oregon, are voting on a ballot measure that would completely overhaul City Hall amid growing voter frustration over surging homelessness and crime. By Claire Rush, Associated Press/Report for America
Oct 28 New report shows Department of Homeland Security gathered intel on Portland Black Lives Matter protestors By Andrew Selsky, Associated Press U.S. Department of Homeland Security officials under then-President Donald Trump compiled intelligence dossiers on people who were arrested at Black Lives Matter protests in Portland, Oregon. Continue reading
Oct 21 Oregon mayor to ban homeless camps on Portland streets, designate campsites By Claire Rush, Associated Press/Report for America An Oregon mayor plans to ban camping on Portland streets in the next year and a half. Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler said the aim is to gradually move people from street encampments to campsites designated by the city. Continue reading
Aug 29 Employee killed after attempting to disarm gunman in Oregon supermarket By Gillian Flaccus, Associated Press An employee who was killed in a shooting at a Safeway supermarket in Bend, Oregon, attacked the gunman in the produce section and tried to disarm him, likely preventing more deaths, authorities said Monday. Continue reading
Apr 21 WATCH: Biden visits quake-resistant runway development in Portland By Josh Boak, Will Weissert, Associated Press President Joe Biden opened a two-day visit to the Pacific Northwest by focusing on improvements planned for the runway and roof of the airport where he landed Thursday rather than any of the region's traditional, natural attractions. Continue reading
Nov 18 Portland among U.S. cities adding funds back into police departments By Sara Cline, Associated Press The debate about public safety spending has also shifted for departments from New York City to Los Angeles. They are seeing their finances partially restored in response to rising homicides, an officer exodus and political pressures. Continue reading