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Portland's Latest News
April 21, 2014
Aldridge, Lillard spectacular as Blazers draw first playoff blood
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HOUSTON -- LaMarcus Aldridge was franchise-record brilliant. Damian Lillard's first playoff performance was a Rembrandt. Wesley Matthews helped make life miserable for James Harden. They were…
April 21, 2014
Oregon sheriffs oppose driver cards measure
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(Oregon Public Broadcasting) — Oregon's sheriffs voted April 17 to oppose a ballot measure that would allow the state to issue driver cards to residents who cannot prove their legal presence in…
April 20, 2014
Woman arrested in domestic violence-related shooting
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A woman has been arrested by Domestic Violence Reduction Unit Detectives in a Southeast Portland shooting on Sunday morning. Myesha Lewis-Turner, 36, is charged with unlawful use of a weapon and…
April 20, 2014
Study: Portland fifth funniest city
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Despite Portland's embrace of the satiric "Portlandia" TV series, the Rose City is only the fifth funniest city in the country, according to a study by the University of Colorado Boulder. When…
April 19, 2014
Shooting suspect charged and jailed
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Police have booked the suspect accused of wounding an officer and killing his K-9 partner in Southwest Portland Paul Alan Ropp, 20, is being held on charges of Attempted Aggravagted Murder,…
April 19, 2014
Former Portland finance director to sue city for discrimination
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(Oregon Public Broadcasting) — The former leader of Portland's Office of Management and Finance plans to sue the city for race discrimination. Jack Graham was the city's highest ranking…
April 18, 2014
Detectives seek help in locating endangered runaway
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Washington County sheriff's detectives are asking for the public's help in locating Steven Zellmer, a 16-year-old from Beaverton. Officials believe he has repeatedly engaged in dangerous…
April 18, 2014
Gang shootings prompt additional police patrols
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Portland police will be adding patrols this weekend because of a recent rash of suspected gang-related shootings. The police released the following statement Friday afternoon: The Portland…
April 18, 2014
Missing man found safe
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Police say a missing Portland man was found safe Friday. Matthew David Todd was last seen at 3:54 p.m. on April 17 in the area of St. Johns Park. Police characterize him as endangered person and…
April 20, 2014
Glendoveer hosts egg hunt on Sunday
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For those who missed Saturday's Easter egg hunts, there's at least one more chance on Sunday, April 20, to take the children in search of a golden egg. Portland's Glendoveer Golf & Tennis will…
April 18, 2014
Portland-area animal shelters acquire vital disaster response…
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The next time tragedy strikes, animal rescuers across the Portland area will be ready. Animal rescuers from across the region have pooled resources to purchase four large animal transport…
April 18, 2014
Police: Shooting suspects on crime spree
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Police say the three suspects arrested in Wednesday's officer-involved shooting were involved in a crime spree over the past several weeks that included robbery and burglary. Investigators…
April 17, 2014
Perfect night for Blazers: Records, victories and no injuries
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Things couldn't have gone a whole lot better for the Trail Blazers in their regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday night at the Moda Center. Portland won 110-104 to…
April 17, 2014
Suspects named in officer-involved shooting
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Police have identified the suspect accused of wounding an officer and killing his K-9 partner in Southwest Portland early Tuesday. The suspect is Alan Ropp, 20. He is expected to be charged with…
April 17, 2014
'Tween girls run toward self-respect, healthy life
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The Duniway Park track near Oregon Health and Science University can be an intimidating place. On a wet, April evening, tights-clad runners battle one another at 1,500-meter speeds. Dozens of…
April 17, 2014
Sources Say: What if they held an election and no cash was…
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Although they both are facing several challengers for re-election, city commissioners Nick Fish and Dan Saltzman have not yet reported raising huge amounts of campaign cash. That could be…
April 17, 2014
Scholarships help teens from families gripped by addiction
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Recipients must show they're survivors and giving back to others When Greg Stone decided to start a scholarship fund for teens suffering from addiction, he didn’t do the obvious — give grants to…
April 17, 2014
Survey: Portland hospitals a good place to be if you are sick
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City ranks No. 4 in nation, though some patients may disagree The Portland area is a fine place to run a hospital, with a growing market populated by a homogeneous citizenry that mostly keeps…
April 17, 2014
Will family ties hinder or help Kafoury?
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County chair candidate has name recognition, resources, experience Al Gore did the Macarena. Mitt Romney did Gangnam Style. Both Clintons and Obamas have danced in public on numerous occasions.…
April 17, 2014
Audit questions Portland Streetcar organization
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The Portland Auditor's Office is urging the City Council to postpone future expansion of the Portland Streetcar system until questions about its financing and organizational structure can be…
April 17, 2014
Mark & Dave: After poop stings, we can sell air to China
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Neighbors, students and staff have had enough. So, with fair warning, Multnomah County Animal Services announced they will conduct poop stings at Beach School, da Vinci Arts Middle School, and…
April 17, 2014
Three wounded in suspected gang shooting
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Three people were wounded in a suspected gang-related shooting in Northeast Portland on Wednesday evening. Two of the victims were hospitalized and the third was treated at the scene. Their…
April 20, 2014
Sharing an artistic vision of Christ
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From Tenebrae prayer services and telecast speakers for Good Friday to sunrise and traditional worship services on Easter Sunday, believers in Newberg had no shortage of options for celebrating…
April 17, 2014
PCC, school partners get $445,000 from state for dual-credit…
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Consortium will expand class offerings in districts and add services that prepare students for college The Oregon Education Investment Board and the Oregon Department of Education announced that…
April 16, 2014
Shooting suspect stole body armor
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The suspect who shot a Portland police officer and killed his K-9 partner was reportedly among three people who stole body armor out of a Southwest Portland store just before the confrontation.…
Apr 16, 2014
Andrusko already missed at Happy Valley City Hall
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City Councilor Tom Andrusko resigned from his position on Happy Valley City Council last week. Self-employed in the building, development and remodeling industry, Andrusko was first elected in…
Apr 16, 2014
CUB stays neutral, offers information on water and sewer measure
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The board of the Citizens' Utility Board has voted to remain neutral in the fight over the measure to create a Portland Public Water District on the May 20 Primary Election ballot. Instead, the…
Apr 17, 2014
'Bridge of the People'
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Tilikum Crossing name reflects area's native roots, friendship TriMet has named the new multimodal bridge over the Willamette River the Tilikum Crossing, Bridge of the People. “Tilikum” is a…
Apr 16, 2014
Officer shot, suspect captured in Southwest Portland
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A Portland police officer was shot and the suspect was captured after the extensive manhunt. The injured officer was taken to Legacy Emanuel Medical Center. Police spokesman Pete Simpson said…
Apr 16, 2014
Reverse 9-1-1 system had problems while shooter on the loose
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City officials are trying to figure out why the reverse 9-1-1 system did not work correctly in Southwest Portland on Wednesday morning. The system — officially known as the Community Emergency…
Apr 16, 2014
38 million gallon flush after teen urination
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The Portland Water Bureau will be discarding roughly 38 million gallons of water after surveillance video caught a teenager urinating into a reservoir, bureau administrator David Shaff said…
Apr 16, 2014
Happy Valley bans marijuana, considers Climate Smart plans
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Tuesday night meeting begins with discussion of Damascus property owners who may want to leave their city - Happy Valley City Council reached an informal consensus at its Tuesday evening work…
Apr 16, 2014
TriMet says MAX project has created 10,298 jobs
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The Portland-to-Milwaukie Light Rail Transit Project has created 10,298 jobs, according to Neil McFarlane, TriMet's general manager. McFarlane made the announcement during the Wednesday morning…
Apr 16, 2014
Mt. Tabor reservoir off-line
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The Portland Water Bureau was forced to shut down one of its Mt. Tabor reservoirs Wednesday morning after three people were spotted trespassing Bureau officials said Wednesday the trio jumped…
Apr 16, 2014
Wounded officer: K-9 partner died saving my life
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Police identified the K-9 Unit officer injured and his partner dog killed in a shootout in Southwest Portland early Wednesday morning. The officer is Jeff Dorn, a 16-year-veteran assigned to the…
Apr 16, 2014
AT&T cell tower proposal appealed
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Clackamas County’s recent approval of an AT&T cell phone tower just outside of Oregon City has met with a bevy of backlash from homeowners surrounding the would-be 150-foot structure. Neighbors…
Apr 16, 2014
Milwaukie bank vault goes to the dogs
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Kim Freeman, an oncologist, and John Wooldridge, a surgeon, are merging their practices April 19 into a new comprehensive veterinary cancer and surgery clinic, at 10400 S.E. Main St., Milwaukie.…
Apr 17, 2014
Portland schools put out 'Help Wanted' sign
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After years of cuts, Portland Public Schools is facing an historic hiring spree, looking to fill 350 to 400 positions. To reach candidates, PPS is looking inside and outside Oregon. District…
Apr 15, 2014
Police arrest man, seize firearms at Portland Community College…
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Police arrested a 35-year-old man at the Portland Community College Sylvania Campus on domestic violence charges Tuesday morning. Jacob Rosen was charged with Assault in the Fourth Degree,…
Apr 15, 2014
Clackamas drone maker flies high in fledgling industry
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Local drones show skills in National Geographic TV show A small local drone building company is about to get some national exposure. A new television show on the National Geographic Channel will…
Apr 15, 2014
Mayor, Fish float water panel proposal
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Supporters of public water district say idea is more empty promises Mayor Charlie Hales and Commissioner Nick Fish are offering Portland voters a deal: the City Council will consider reforming…
Apr 15, 2014
Portland slides down 'smart growth' list
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Land-use calculations change, but other cities are catching up Has Portland lost its planning mojo? For years city leaders have bragged that Portland’s increasing density is a national model of…
Apr 15, 2014
Lesser-knowns relish forums' spotlight
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Candidates often find a soapbox, support at small campaign events Despite its name, the Eastside Democratic Club is not associated with the Democratic Party. In fact, its members are adamantly…
Apr 15, 2014
Hungry team ready to roar
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Blazers head into first playoff series in three years with one goal: Get beyond the first round The Trail Blazers open the playoffs this weekend against the Houston Rockets, their first venture…
Apr 15, 2014
Portland math teacher receives Milken Educator Award
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(Oregon Public Broadcasting) — A sixth-grade Portland math teacher received a $25,000 Milken Educator Award Tuesday. Teresa Chan Seidel teaches at Robert Gray Middle School. Rob Saxton with the…
Apr 15, 2014
1,800 turn up for teacher job fair in Portland
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(Oregon Public Broadcasting) — About 1,800 applicants were in Portland Tuesday, looking for teaching jobs at the Oregon Professional Educator Fair. Almost 170 school districts and other…
Apr 15, 2014
State adds 7,500 jobs as March unemployment rate hits 6.9 percent
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Oregon’s economy added about 7,500 jobs in March, the largest since November 2005 when 9,300 jobs were added. The state’s unemployment rate in March was 6.9 percent, nearly unchanged from 6.8…
Apr 15, 2014
Metro executive to fill role on Beaverton's development team
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Cheryle Twete takes over job formerly held by Don Mazziotti Cheryl Twete, Metro regional government’s senior development adviser, was named the city of Beaverton’s new community development…
Apr 15, 2014
Spokane-based company to acquire Mercer Industries' window…
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Sale to save 'a majority' of employees who faced layoffs by this summer VPI Quality Windows signed a letter of intent to acquire all window and door manufacturing assets of Beaverton-based…
Apr 14, 2014
Judge won't reconsider ruling against Ann Rule
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A judge in Washington state has denied a motion to reconsider a February ruling that dismissed Ann Rule's defamation case against an Eagle Creek man who criticized the revered true-crime author…
