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Newly commissioned poll finds dismal outlook on homelessness, public safety in Portland

In the poll commissioned by advocacy group People for Portland, 75% of respondents agreed that homelessness in Portland is an "out-of-control disaster." PORTLAND,...

Millions in federal funding could be at stake if Oregon Senate walkout kills local climate bills

A package of Oregon bills focused on building climate resilience was estimated to cost roughly $20 million, but could unlock nearly $250 million in...

Republicans believe Measure 113 language allows them to be re-elected again despite walkout

The GOP walkout entered its fifth week Wednesday, the longest-ever walkout in the Oregon legislature and the sixth by Republicans in the past five...

Daytime camping ban draws strident testimony during hours-long Portland City Council session

Camping on public property would be prohibited between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. every day, alongside permanent bans around places like...

Pacific Power makes its case in ongoing lawsuit over Labor Day 2020 wildfires

The power company is calling its witnesses in the landmark case, arguing that unpredictable weather — not electrical lines — is to blame for...

Oregon changes release policy for bias crimes following racially motivated attack

Dylan Kesterson's release back onto the streets just hours after allegedly attacking a family of Japanese descent sparked citywide outrage last summer. PORTLAND,...

Truck driver indicted on manslaughter charges after deadly Oregon crash that killed 7 farmworkers

A grand jury indicted Lincoln Smith on 12 counts, including seven charges of manslaughter, reckless driving and driving under the influence of intoxicants. ...

12-story building getting cleaned up from graffiti in downtown Portland

A crew is going to be working on removing graffiti from the 12 story building over the next two days. PORTLAND, Oregon...

Angling for predatory fish on the Columbia River earns some fishers a decent living

The Northern Pikeminnow Sport Reward Program aims to keep the predatory fish from feasting on young salmonids. THE DALLES, Ore. — There’s money...

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