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Do you think Biden should drop out of the presidential race? https://bit.ly/3WcZv93should
08/07/2024

Do you think Biden should drop out of the presidential race?

https://bit.ly/3WcZv93should

In the Monday letter, Biden addressed these dissenters and defiantly announced his intention to remain in the race.

A woman has a few more things to celebrate after finishing her radiation treatment for breast cancer!😊
08/07/2024

A woman has a few more things to celebrate after finishing her radiation treatment for breast cancer!😊

Osborne said after scratching the ticket at the Speedway parking lot she couldn't believe her eyes.

One person died in a fatal car crash Saturday.
08/07/2024

One person died in a fatal car crash Saturday.

One person died in a fatal car crash Saturday, Oregon State Police(OSP) says.

On Monday one westbound of the Hawthorne Bridge will close to all cars and trucks for paving work.
08/07/2024

On Monday one westbound of the Hawthorne Bridge will close to all cars and trucks for paving work.

On Monday one westbound of the Hawthorne Bridge will close to all cars and trucks for paving work.The eastbound center lane will also be closed.Authorities te

The city of Portland is ramping up its parking enforcement in response to what the agency calls a "spike" in violations.
08/07/2024

The city of Portland is ramping up its parking enforcement in response to what the agency calls a "spike" in violations.

The city of Portland is ramping up its parking enforcement in response to what the agency calls a "spike" in violations.

A judge decided Monday that actor Alec Baldwin's role as co-producer isn't relevant to the involuntary manslaughter tria...
08/07/2024

A judge decided Monday that actor Alec Baldwin's role as co-producer isn't relevant to the involuntary manslaughter trial over a fatal shooting on the set of the Western film "Rust."

The trial starts July 9 with jury selection and is scheduled to last 10 days.

Police are investigating a stabbing in Vancouver on Sunday that killed one woman.
08/07/2024

Police are investigating a stabbing in Vancouver on Sunday that killed one woman.

Police are investigating a stabbing in Vancouver on Sunday that killed one woman.

08/07/2024

Multnomah County officials hold a press conference about the investigation into heat-related deaths from this past weekend.

MORE | https://tinyurl.com/4fm28sw4

The Justice Department says Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two deadly crashe...
08/07/2024

The Justice Department says Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two deadly crashes of 737 Max jetliners.

The Justice Department says Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two deadly crashes of 737 Max jetliners.

Late afternoon on Sunday, fire crews were dispatched to the Douglas County Landfill for reports of a fire in the trash, ...
08/07/2024

Late afternoon on Sunday, fire crews were dispatched to the Douglas County Landfill for reports of a fire in the trash, on top of the landfill.

On Sunday, Central Douglas Fire & Rescue was dispatched to the Douglas County Landfill for reports of a fire in the trash, on top of the landfill.

Multnomah County says they are investigating three potential heat-related deaths over the last few days.
08/07/2024

Multnomah County says they are investigating three potential heat-related deaths over the last few days.

Multnomah County says they are investigating three potential heat-related deaths over the last few days.

08/07/2024

HOT! HOT! HOT! What is the hottest neighborhood in Portland? Officials released data from a study showing the disparities among Portland's neighborhoods. Tune in to find out when this heatwave will end.

MORE|https://tinyurl.com/2p9p363w

08/07/2024

Two world records went down at the Paris Diamond League meet on Sunday, and a former Duck set a new personal best in the women's 1500 meters.

https://bit.ly/4cnF4fn

An OceanGate co-founder wants to colonize the moon and create a new joint society by 2063.
08/07/2024

An OceanGate co-founder wants to colonize the moon and create a new joint society by 2063.

The organization said it would build basic huts that would be 'comparable to a double-wide trailer that is commonly used on job construction sites.'

Independence Police posted to Facebook that Riverview Park was closed Sunday evening while Polk County emergency respond...
08/07/2024

Independence Police posted to Facebook that Riverview Park was closed Sunday evening while Polk County emergency responders looked for a missing teen.

Area rivers and lakes were full this weekend as people looked to cool off in the record-setting temperatures.

The parents of 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson, who was shot and killed Wednesday night at Alderwood mall, say they are ...
08/07/2024

The parents of 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson, who was shot and killed Wednesday night at Alderwood mall, say they are 'disgusted' that the suspect in the shooting was allowed to post bail and be released from juvenile detention.

The parents of 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson who was shot and killed Wednesday night at Alderwood mall have released a statement about her death.

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday to pay tribute to a Lynnwood teen killed in a shooting inside Alderwood mall last wee...
08/07/2024

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday to pay tribute to a Lynnwood teen killed in a shooting inside Alderwood mall last week.

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday to pay tribute to a Lynnwood teen killed in a shooting inside Alderwood mall last week.

08/07/2024

TELL US: What are you doing to keep cool in this heat? 🥵

08/07/2024

Summer flowers weathering the heat as we head up to 100° for the second straight day…

Boeing will plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two crashes of 737 Max jetliners that killed 346 peopl...
08/07/2024

Boeing will plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two crashes of 737 Max jetliners that killed 346 people after the government determined the company violated an agreement that had protected it from prosecution for more than three years.

Prosecutors accused the American aerospace giant of deceiving regulators who approved the airplane and pilot-training requirements for it.

John Cena announced that he will be retiring from the WWE in 2025.
08/07/2024

John Cena announced that he will be retiring from the WWE in 2025.

John Cena announced that he will be retiring from the WWE in 2025.

Fireworks turned fatal during a Fourth of July block party
08/07/2024

Fireworks turned fatal during a Fourth of July block party

Reports said when police arrived, a man was lying in the roadway.

It's fluffy. It's fastidious. It's growing 'shockingly' fast. And you now have a chance to bask in its cuteness.
08/07/2024

It's fluffy. It's fastidious. It's growing 'shockingly' fast. And you now have a chance to bask in its cuteness.

It's fluffy. It's fastidious. It's growing 'shockingly' fast. And you now have a chance to bask in its cuteness.

The predator, which was larger than a person, likely used its wide, flat head and front teeth to suck in and chomp unsus...
08/07/2024

The predator, which was larger than a person, likely used its wide, flat head and front teeth to suck in and chomp unsuspecting prey, researchers said. Its skull was about 2 feet (60 centimeters) long.

Researchers have long examined such ancient predators to uncover the origins of tetrapods.

KOMO News Senior Reporter and Host Chris Daniels sat down with Bob Ferguson, Dave Reichert, Mark Mullet, and Semi Bird t...
08/07/2024

KOMO News Senior Reporter and Host Chris Daniels sat down with Bob Ferguson, Dave Reichert, Mark Mullet, and Semi Bird to discuss the issues that matter most to Washington voters.

This KOMO News Town Hall highlights the four candidates who have raised the most and polled the highest of anyone running for Washington state governor.

08/07/2024
That's a lot of cheese. 🧀
08/07/2024

That's a lot of cheese. 🧀

It is believed that the officer kept some of the cheddar cheese for himself and his family and friends.

The visitor from Middle Village, New York, was playing Three Card Poker at Paris Las Vegas on Tuesday when he hit the pr...
08/07/2024

The visitor from Middle Village, New York, was playing Three Card Poker at Paris Las Vegas on Tuesday when he hit the progressive jackpot on a Royal Flush, according to Caesars Entertainment.

A tourist visiting Las Vegas hit it big while on the Strip this week.

The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) increased the readiness level of the State Emergency Operations Center...
08/07/2024

The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) increased the readiness level of the State Emergency Operations Center Sunday morning, in preparation for Hurricane Beryl.

The Texas Division of Emergency Management increased the readiness level of the State Emergency Operations Center Sunday morning.

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Multnomah County investigates recent heat-related deaths
Multnomah County investigates recent heat-related deaths

Multnomah County officials hold a press conference about the investigation into heat-related deaths from this past weekend. MORE | https://tinyurl.com/4fm28sw4

Portland's scorching neighborhoods revealed: find out the city's hot spots
Portland's scorching neighborhoods revealed: find out the city's hot spots

HOT! HOT! HOT! What is the hottest neighborhood in Portland? Officials released data from a study showing the disparities among Portland's neighborhoods. Tune in to find out when this heatwave will end. MORE|https://tinyurl.com/2p9p363w

Even the baby camel 🐪 is enjoying the A/C.

Storm Tracker 2 meteorologist Allison Gutleber discusses record heat.

Bracing for the blaze: How to stay cool in the upcoming heat wave
Bracing for the blaze: How to stay cool in the upcoming heat wave

Today we will discuss how you should prepare for the extreme heat! What to expect with the weather, what NOT to do, and where you can go to cool off. MORE | https://tinyurl.com/2rnfuz7w

Happy Fourth of July!
Happy Fourth of July!

Check out the fireworks at the Waterfront Blues Festival downtown Portland.

3-Alarm Fire Northeast Portland
3-Alarm Fire Northeast Portland

Firefighters are working to put out a three-alarm fire near the Whitaker Ponds Natural Area in Northeast Portland tonight that they say started in a large stack of pallets, lit a tree on fire and then a home.

KATU LIVE! Digicast - Portland prepares for heatwave as July 4th festivities ramp up
KATU LIVE! Digicast - Portland prepares for heatwave as July 4th festivities ramp up

On today's KATU Digicast, we'll discuss the 100+ temperatures the Portland metro area might see (and how to stay safe) as well as 4th of July celebrations around the area, including the Waterfront Blues Festival

LIVE: Oregon's 142nd Wing F-15 fighter jets take off for Independence Day 400 mph flyovers
LIVE: Oregon's 142nd Wing F-15 fighter jets take off for Independence Day 400 mph flyovers

HAPPENING NOW: Oregon's 142nd Wing F-15 fighter jets are taking off for a series of Independence Day parade and ceremony flyovers across Oregon and SW Washington! 🇺🇸🎆 The jets will be speeding through the sky at 400 mph, 1,000 feet above the ground! FLYOVER LOCATIONS AND TIMES: https://tinyurl.com/ywm4xjmr

Oregon's 142nd Wing fighter jets perform 400 mph flyovers at Independence Day ceremonies in Oregon, SW Washington
Oregon's 142nd Wing fighter jets perform 400 mph flyovers at Independence Day ceremonies in Oregon, SW Washington

HAPPENING TODAY: Oregon's 142nd Wing will be performing breathtaking high-speed fighter jet flyovers at 4th of July ceremonies and parades across Oregon and SW Washington! 🎆 KATU will livestream their departure from Portland Air National Guard Base at 10:30. DETAILS: https://tinyurl.com/ywm4xjmr

Fire near Rocky Butte
Fire near Rocky Butte

Portland Fire is responding to a fire on the east side of Rocky Butte. This is a developing story and KATU News will have more information shortly.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said President Joe Biden will "absolutely not" step down or retire following his infamous debate flop last week. MORE | https://bit.ly/3zucGto

Camping ban starts today, Hood River Bridge reopens with restrictions
Camping ban starts today, Hood River Bridge reopens with restrictions

On KATU's digicast today we will talk about the camping ban that goes into effect today. Also the Hood River Bridge is open again, but not all vehicles are allowed to cross. MORE | https://tinyurl.com/baxt545k

Hurricane Beryl became the first Category 4 hurricane to form in June, officials said Sunday. The storm will impact the Windward Islands on Monday. Details: Link in bio

I-5 Closure backing up traffic
I-5 Closure backing up traffic

As motorists have to detour onto Barbur Boulevard, traffic is backing up onto I-5 southbound. Details here:https://bit.ly/3W4DoSr

I-5 Freeway Shutdown
I-5 Freeway Shutdown

REMINDER! ODOT is shutting down a four-mile stretch of Interstate 5 in Portland tonight that'll remain closed until 5 a.m. Monday. I-5 southbound will be closed from the SW Terwilliger exit ramp and the Capitol Highway onramp. I-5 northbound between the Barbur Boulevard offramp and the Terwilliger on-ramp will be closed. It’s so crews can replace the Southwest 26th Avenue overpass. https://www.katu.com/news/local/major-i-5-closure-this-weekend-for-overpass-upgrade-south-of-portland-odot-oregon-department-of-transportation-portland-barbur-boulevard-southwest-26th-avenue-terwilliger-don-hamilton-multnomah-county#

LIVE! Supreme court verdict out, Portland's camping ban heats up, Elk Statue returns
LIVE! Supreme court verdict out, Portland's camping ban heats up, Elk Statue returns

Breaking News with Grants Pass Supreme Court verdict, plus the latest with the local Portland camping ban controversy. Plus, the iconic Elk Statue will be back in place very soon, and the Timbers play this weekend. MORE | https://tinyurl.com/5yhrwrw7

KATU LIVE! DIgicast - Football coach resigns after being accused of shaking, slapping players
KATU LIVE! DIgicast - Football coach resigns after being accused of shaking, slapping players

On today's Digicast we're covering the sentencing of a man who killed a Vancouver police officer in 2022, as well as the resignation of a football coach accused of slapping and shaking players.

Central Oregon wildfire continues to grow as crews work around the clock
Central Oregon wildfire continues to grow as crews work around the clock

CENTRAL OREGON WILDFIRE UPDATE 🔥 | Firefighters have contained the Darlene 3 fire to 30%, but the current size has grown to 2620 acres. Crews continue to battle it around the clock, and Level 3 evacuation orders remain in many areas. MORE INFO: https://tinyurl.com/bdzkrb67 🎥: Central OR Fire Info

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