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Part of Portland church collapses, 2 dead after 3-alarm fire
15/01/2024

Part of Portland church collapses, 2 dead after 3-alarm fire

Two people are dead after being reported missing following a three-alarm Portland church fire that spread to a home early Sunday morning, according to Portland Fire & Rescue.

District Closure for Monday, January 15 and Tuesday, January 16
15/01/2024

District Closure for Monday, January 15 and Tuesday, January 16

Due to expected weather conditions, all Salem-Keizer Public Schools including the EDGE program and district offices, will be closed on Monday, January 15 and Tuesday, January...

Can you guess where in Oregon wind gusts reached 83 mph Saturday?
15/01/2024

Can you guess where in Oregon wind gusts reached 83 mph Saturday?

Saturday’s cold temperatures felt even colder because of the strong and blustery winds that raked the Portland metro area off and on all day. “Wind chills...

I was officially declared dead by authorities – I had no idea until I handed over my ID and got stunning response
14/01/2024

I was officially declared dead by authorities – I had no idea until I handed over my ID and got stunning response

A MAN has revealed that he was officially declared dead by local officials after an ID card was found. Tyler Chase, 22, was stunned by the revelation after being made aware of the gaffe when he had issues with his food stamps. Officials in Portland, Oregon thought Chase had died...

Historic cold and damaging winter storm is winding down
14/01/2024

Historic cold and damaging winter storm is winding down

Today’s storm was the coldest/windiest winter storm I’ve experienced in my career here in Portland. That goes back to 1991. It may be a long time...

ROAD CLOSURES INCREASING DUE TO SNOW AND WINTRY CONDITIONS
14/01/2024

ROAD CLOSURES INCREASING DUE TO SNOW AND WINTRY CONDITIONS

Road closures are increasing around southern Oregon due to snow, as of late Saturday afternoon. Information from the Oregon Department of Transportation says OR138E is...

Court to consider removing Trump from Washington state's presidential primary ballot
14/01/2024

Court to consider removing Trump from Washington state's presidential primary ballot

SEATTLE — A Kitsap County Superior Court will consider a motion to remove former President Donald Trump from the presidential ballot in Washington state, part of a growing effort in states

2 killed in overnight fire at Northeast Portland church
14/01/2024

2 killed in overnight fire at Northeast Portland church

PORTLAND, Oregon — Two people were reported to have died early Sunday morning in a 3-alarm fire at a northeast Portland church. Portland Fire & Rescue...

Is my food still safe after a power outage? Ask Extension
14/01/2024

Is my food still safe after a power outage? Ask Extension

Power companies reported thousands of outages around the Portland metro area and the state on Saturday amid gusty winds and drifting snow, leaving many customers without...

Portland Police Bureau patrol SUV smashed by falling tree; no one injured
14/01/2024

Portland Police Bureau patrol SUV smashed by falling tree; no one injured

A Portland Police Bureau vehicle was heavily damaged when a large tree fell onto it during Saturday’s winter storm, according to images posted to social media...

UPDATE: Moda Center postpones 7:30 p.m. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler show
14/01/2024

UPDATE: Moda Center postpones 7:30 p.m. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler show

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Just after 5 p.m., officials at the Moda Center posted on their website that the 7:30 p.m. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler...

1 seriously injured in Hillsdale shooting
14/01/2024

1 seriously injured in Hillsdale shooting

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - A man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting in the Hillsdale Neighborhood on Saturday morning. Officers responded to...

Bill would allow Washington Legislature to ban political candidates
14/01/2024

Bill would allow Washington Legislature to ban political candidates

A Washington bill introduced this session would give the state Legislature and the Secretary of State (SOS) the power to ban a political candidate from appearing on a ballot in the state. House

A Supreme Court Ruling prevents Homeless People From Being Ticketed for Sleeping Outside in Idaho. A new Case Could Chan...
14/01/2024

A Supreme Court Ruling prevents Homeless People From Being Ticketed for Sleeping Outside in Idaho. A new Case Could Change That

The United States Supreme Court will review the Oregon homelessness case Johnson v. Grants Pass, which built on an earlier case, Martin v. Boise. Martin v....

Downed wires spark car fires (with video)
13/01/2024

Downed wires spark car fires (with video)

A power line weakened by gusts from an approaching storm upended the small coast city of Depoe Bay Thursday, January 11 when a fallen live overhead...

First Alert Weather Day: The snow and ice storm have arrived.
13/01/2024

First Alert Weather Day: The snow and ice storm have arrived.

Highs dropped today from the low 20s this morning to the mid-teens in the Portland Metro area through midday. Outside the metro, highs range from the...

No significant snow overnight in Portland, but it’s still in today’s forecast
13/01/2024

No significant snow overnight in Portland, but it’s still in today’s forecast

While the Portland area saw some light snow and plenty of wind overnight Friday into Saturday, there was no significant snowfall. But it’s still on...

Supreme Court to decide whether cities can punish homeless residents for sleeping on public property
13/01/2024

Supreme Court to decide whether cities can punish homeless residents for sleeping on public property

Washington — The Supreme Court said Friday it will weigh whether a city's enforcement of rules prohibiting homeless residents from camping on public property violates the Constitution's protection from cruel and unusual punishment.The court agreed to take up a case arising from Grants Pass, Oregon...

Feast On Exquisite Ribs at Oregon’s Hottest New BBQ Joint Off Hwy 101
13/01/2024

Feast On Exquisite Ribs at Oregon’s Hottest New BBQ Joint Off Hwy 101

Nestled in the heart of Lincoln City, Oregon, along the scenic Hwy 101, stands a barbecue joint that not only serves delectable smoked meats but also...

Case challenging Trump ballot access dies at Oregon Supreme Court
13/01/2024

Case challenging Trump ballot access dies at Oregon Supreme Court

The Oregon state Supreme Court has declined to hear a case challenging former President Donald Trump's eligibility to appear on the ballot for the 2024 presidential...

Waldport woman dies Thursday night in collision with South Lincoln Ambulance, passenger severely injured
13/01/2024

Waldport woman dies Thursday night in collision with South Lincoln Ambulance, passenger severely injured

YACHATS – A 25-year-old Waldport woman died and her 16-year-old passenger was critically injured Thursday evening when their car collided with a South Lincoln Ambulance pulling...

Corvallis firefighters rescue cat found hidden in multi-unit apartment fire
13/01/2024

Corvallis firefighters rescue cat found hidden in multi-unit apartment fire

CORVALLIS, Ore. – Firefighters responding to a fire involving multiple apartment units on Thursday afternoon also rescued a cat they found hidden away on site, according...

‘Don’t be a hazard’: ODOT shares safety tips on abandoning cars in snow
13/01/2024

‘Don’t be a hazard’: ODOT shares safety tips on abandoning cars in snow

As an Arctic front arrives in the Pacific Northwest, bringing well-below freezing temperatures Friday night, the Oregon Department of Transportation urges drivers to plan ahead for safe travels -- warning that abandoning vehicles can be dangerous and expensive.

Hwy 58 reopens at Salt Creek Tunnel as crews clear snow from the roadway
13/01/2024

Hwy 58 reopens at Salt Creek Tunnel as crews clear snow from the roadway

UPDATE (4:15 p.m.): Hwy 58 has reopened at milepost 58 at the Salt Creek Tunnel after ODOT crews cleared snow that had slid onto the highway,...

Cold air arriving with flurries and drizzly spots; snow & ice storm arrives Saturday morning
13/01/2024

Cold air arriving with flurries and drizzly spots; snow & ice storm arrives Saturday morning

It’s nice to see the forecast proceeding according to plan. At noon Friday, we are seeing a few spots of drizzle and flurries as the thin...

Eugene veteran and lifelong Ducks fan celebrates his 104th birthday this week
12/01/2024

Eugene veteran and lifelong Ducks fan celebrates his 104th birthday this week

EUGENE, Ore. – A Eugene man celebrated a momentous occasion this week as on Wednesday he turned 104 years old. Jack Rogers, who was born on...

Friday forecast: A tough choice for schools & businesses. Saturday? Snow & ice storm
12/01/2024

Friday forecast: A tough choice for schools & businesses. Saturday? Snow & ice storm

I’m getting messages from friends, former coworkers, and family today. Everyone (for good reason) is wondering if “I should cancel ---- event Friday or Friday night”....

Today Marks the Start of Stunning King Tides on the Oregon Coast
12/01/2024

Today Marks the Start of Stunning King Tides on the Oregon Coast

If you're in the mood for adventure, don't miss an exhilarating event kicking off today, January 11th, along the scenic Oregon coast – the start of...

Relax And Recharge at This Enchanting Oregon Hot Springs
12/01/2024

Relax And Recharge at This Enchanting Oregon Hot Springs

There are few things in life I can think of that are as peaceful and relaxing as soaking your cares away in a natural hot springs....

Timberline Lodge in Oregon Could See Over 100 Inches of Snowfall This Week!
12/01/2024

Timberline Lodge in Oregon Could See Over 100 Inches of Snowfall This Week!

In a recent revelation that's stirring excitement among winter enthusiasts, Timberline Lodge has made a thrilling announcement on Instagram, declaring the arrival of winter in a...

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