One dead after reports of shots fired in North Portland
2023-01-26
One person was found dead after officers responded to a report of shots fired in North Portland early Thursday morning, Portland Police confirmed to KOIN 6.Continue Reading
Honduran man accused of moving fentanyl, firearms between Portland motels
2023-01-26
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A man arrested for moving over two kilograms of rainbow-colored fentanyl, other narcotics and multiple guns between two Portland motels, is now facing federal charges after he was arrested on Tuesday, the U.S. District Attorney’s Office announced.Continue Reading
Woman awarded $1 million after racial discrimination at Tanasbourne gas station
2023-01-26
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A woman attempting to fuel up her car in Hillsboro nearly three years ago was awarded $1 million by a jury this week after she alleged a gas station worker discriminated against her.Continue Reading
Portland charter reforms make way for new district maps
2023-01-26
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Major changes are on their way to Portland’s city council after last fall’s election.Continue Reading
COVID-19 immunity strengthens over time in vaccinated people, OHSU Study shows
2023-01-26
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The human body’s immunity to COVID-19 gets stronger as more time passes between vaccinations and infections, according to a new study conducted by Oregon Health & Science University researchers. Continue Reading
Construction could close nearly half of Multnomah County Libraries at times
2023-01-26
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Nearly half of the libraries in Multnomah County will be closed at times throughout 2023 as the buildings undergo major construction, Director of Libraries Vailey Oehlke told patrons in an email sent Tuesday. Continue Reading
Annual point-in-time homeless count begins in Portland
2023-01-26
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A massive effort is underway to try and count the number of homeless people in the Tri-County area.Continue Reading
Woodstock business owners turning to security after break-ins and vandalism
2023-01-26
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Businesses are fed up with crime and vandalism in Woodstock and taking matters into their own hands.Continue Reading
These local eateries make Yelp’s top 100 US restaurants, but one is closing
2023-01-25
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For many years, Portland has been a hotspot for the food scene. Whether you want traditional fare, or something a little more experimental, Portland runs the gamut when it comes to restaurants.Continue Reading
TriMet permanently bans man accused of biting off victim’s ear
2023-01-25
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The man accused of violently biting off an elderly man’s ear at a Gresham MAX station was permanently banned from TriMet on Wednesday, marking the second-ever lifetime ban issued.Continue Reading
‘Terrifying’: Stolen Portland cargo van used in crime spree
2023-01-25
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In the week since a box truck and cargo van were stolen from the fleet of a Portland business, owner Michael Wieber said they’ve had reports one was spotted in a crime spree across the area.Continue Reading
600+ City of Portland employees prepare to strike
2023-01-25
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Over 600 employees with the City of Portland announced Tuesday that they will go on strike.Continue Reading
Oregon receives $3 million in rental assistance funding to deal with ‘urgent crisis’
2023-01-25
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Oregon lawmakers announced Tuesday that the U.S. Treasury is providing the state with more than $3 million in rental assistance funding.Continue Reading
Portland school board voting on building electric fences to protect bus fleet
2023-01-24
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Break-ins at the Portland Public Schools mini school bus facility have gotten worse over the last two years as thousands of dollars of fuel and school bus parts have been stolen.Continue Reading
‘Exhaustive’ investigation leads to arrest in fatal hit-run, victim ID’d
2023-01-24
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A man who fled the scene in his vehicle after striking and killing a motorcyclist on Dec. 12, 2022, was arrested on Tuesday morning, after what police say was an “exhaustive” investigation.Continue Reading
Thousands enter to win tour of Portland’s sewage treatment plant
2023-01-24
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More than 300,000 fliers were mailed out to Portlanders on Jan. 21 with a curious offer: A chance to win a tour of the city’s sewage treatment plant.Continue Reading
Residents from Portland Safe Rest program find permanent housing
2023-01-24
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As the city gets closer to starting its third village, KOIN 6 News has learned 72 people have found housing from the Safe Rest program.Continue Reading
Portland police data shows how 2022 shootings compared to previous years
2023-01-24
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In: Crime, Headlines, Local, Multnomah County, News, okKD, Oregon, Portland, Top Stories, Violent Crime
The month with the most shooting incidents was March, with 147 shootings.Continue Reading
‘Boom! Trailer blew up’: Portland residents share concerns
2023-01-24
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Residents in a North Portland neighborhood want action from city leaders after the explosion of a camper-trailer parked on a busy street corner in the early hours of Saturday.Continue Reading
Lake Oswego shuts down city pickleball courts indefinitely due to noise complaints
2023-01-24
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The Lake Oswego City Council voted Tuesday to shut down the city’s only pickleball courts while they explore a potential new location. The news comes as a blow to devoted pickleball players, but a relief to neighbors who are tired of the repetitive pop-pop sounds from the sport. Continue Reading
Leaders argue against I-205 tolling that could leave communities ‘negatively impacted’
2023-01-23
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One of the biggest concerns from local leaders still is about thousands of drivers cutting thru communities to avoid paying tolls.Continue Reading
These Portland plant shops rank as some of the best in the U.S.
2023-01-23
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In: Entertainment, Headlines, Local, Multnomah County, National, News, okKD, Oregon, Portland, Reviews, Top Stories
Portland anthophiles rejoice, you are surrounded by some of the best plant shops around. According to Yelp.com, three of the 50 best plant stores in the U.S. and Canada are here in Portland.Continue Reading
Pedestrian hit in Southeast Portland, dies at hospital
2023-01-23
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In: Crashes, Dan McLaughlin, Headlines, Local, Multnomah County, News, Octavian Manale, okic, Oregon, Portland, Top Stories, Video
A pedestrian died at a hospital after being struck by a driver in Southeast Portland early Monday morning, according to Portland police.Continue Reading
Families fight in MultCo court during murder hearing
2023-01-23
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A Multnomah County courtroom fight between the families of a murder victim and his accused killer injured 2 people in an incident now under investigation by the District Attorney’s office.Continue Reading
Fans likely to honor Bill Schonely at Blazers-Lakers game
2023-01-22
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When the Blazers host the Los Angeles Lakers at the Moda Center Sunday night, Bill Schonely’s presence will be felt throughout the arena.Continue Reading
Portland, Seattle rank high on list of best cities for an active lifestyle
2023-01-22
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Exercising and losing weight are two of the most common New Year’s resolutions and the Pacific Northwest might be the perfect place to execute those goalsContinue Reading
Portland activist talks charter reform, policing, Wheeler’s homeless camp proposal
2023-01-22
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In: Eye on NW Politics, Headlines, Local, Multnomah County, News, okKD, Oregon, Politics, Portland, Top Stories, Video
Candace Avalos is one of the most engaged citizen advocates in Portland, having served on the Charter Review Commission that changed city government and chaired the Citizen’s Review Committee.Continue Reading
‘The No Hate Zone’ founder calls on Portland to address gun violence
2023-01-22
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Portland’s The No Hate Zone founder, Sam Sachs, describes himself as an agitator and an activist.Continue Reading
Portland police: Stolen show dogs, van found in Vancouver, dogs safely returned
2023-01-22
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The four show dogs that were taken along with a van Saturday were found Sunday morning, officials said. According to Portland police, someone in Vancouver, Washington found the dogs inside of the van after it was found abandoned along the side of a road. The dogs, who were taking part in […]Continue Reading
Running car gives Portland car thieves head start
2023-01-22
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Michael Jordan was getting ready to leave for his first day at his new job when he ran back inside his house in the Powellhurst-Gilbert neighborhood for just a minute to grab his safety vest.Continue Reading
9-acre wooden roof lifted into place at PDX
2023-01-22
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The new 9-acre wooden roof at Portland International Airport, which has been under construction since last year in a remote corner of the airfield, was transported in pieces and carefully lifted into place.Continue Reading
‘Devastating and amazing’ craftivists crochet for constitutional abortions
2023-01-21
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Jan. 22 marks 50 years since the U.S. Supreme court recognized the constitutional right to abortion in Roe v. Wade.Continue Reading
Van containing four show dogs stolen from Jantzen Beach hotel
2023-01-21
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A van was stolen from a Jantzen Beach hotel, and with it, four show dogs competing in the Rose City Dog Show.Continue Reading
‘It’s a life-or-death issue:’ Providence nurses still calling for change after 2+ years
2023-01-21
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Frontline healthcare workers with Providence lined outside headquarters Friday to continue their fight for safer staffing and a fair contract.Continue Reading
‘We need more support:’ Portland business falls victim to repeat break-ins
2023-01-21
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House of Pipes says the lost revenue and damages from this week’s break-in are still being totaled up, but estimates could be around $100,000 lost.Continue Reading
New Portland map tracks homelessness across city
2023-01-21
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There is now a new way to track the homeless crisis in the city of Portland.Continue Reading
Proud Boy Tusitala ‘Tiny’ Toese back in court after alleged parole violations
2023-01-20
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Prominent Proud Boys member Tusitala “Tiny” Toese is in court after being arrested Thursday.Continue Reading
Delays expected after MAX, vehicle crash in SW Portland
2023-01-20
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A MAX train and vehicle collided in Southwest Portland on Friday morning, causing delays for multiple lines, TriMet announced.Continue Reading
Kohr Explores: Let It Snow cat show happening in NE Portland
2023-01-20
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In: AM Extra, Animals, Headlines, Kohr Explores, Local, Multnomah County, News, Oregon, Portland, Top Stories, Video
The spotlight is getting put on some fabulous felines this weekend.Continue Reading
One dead, another detained after Montavilla neighborhood shooting
2023-01-20
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One person was detained after authorities say a man was killed in a shooting in Portland’s Montavilla neighborhood early Friday morning.Continue Reading
PPB: One dead after shooting reported at NE Portland apartment
2023-01-20
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One person was shot to death in Portland’s Cully neighborhood late Thursday night, according to the Portland Police Bureau.Continue Reading
Upgrades coming to historic affordable-housing project in downtown Portland
2023-01-20
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The Portland City Council approved the transfer of a historically significant property at the intersection of Harvey Milk and 11th Streets to the public corporation Home Forward during its Jan. 18 meeting. The conveyance of the Fairfield Apartments was authorized on the grounds that the affordable-housing provider will restore the property to meet modern living standards for the extremely low-income residents that occupy the building’s 75 permanent supportive-housing units.Continue Reading
MultCo’s 95,000-square-foot East County Library is underway
2023-01-20
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Multnomah County Library has released more details on the new 95,000-square-foot East County Library, which will be the second largest library in the county after the central location in Downtown Portland.Continue Reading
‘I want the whole city back’: Portlanders still seeking relief from rampant crime, drug-use
2023-01-20
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It’s the latest chapter in a book that doesn’t seem to have a satisfying resolution, business and community leaders coming together saying they are tired of feeling unsafe in Portland.Continue Reading
Portland police ID man killed in fatal crash on SE Powell
2023-01-19
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A man who died in a car crash Sunday on Southeast Powell Boulevard was identified by Portland police on Thursday.Continue Reading
‘As good as we could have hoped for’: Western US sees drastic level of drought recovery
2023-01-19
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In: Environment, Headlines, Local, Multnomah County, News, okKF, Oregon, Portland, Top Stories, Weather
The parched American West has seen a drastic level of drought recovery in the recent weeks as it reels from a 20-plus year “megadrought.” Oregon state climatologist Larry O’Neill told KOIN 6 that the improving drought conditions are thanks to a recent wave of storms that have brought heavy rain and snowfall to the region.Continue Reading
Police: Gun, drugs discovered inside stolen car being used for jump-start
2023-01-19
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Two stolen vehicles were found in Northeast Portland, along with guns and narcotics, Portland police said.Continue Reading
Portland, Metro partners on four more affordable housing projects
2023-01-19
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The Portland Housing Bureau expects to open four new affordable housing projects funded in part by Metro’s regional housing bond between 2025 and 2029.Continue Reading
Portland Pride 2023 festivities moved to July
2023-01-19
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In: Headlines, hollywood casino amphitheatre, kidz bop, Local, Multnomah County, News, okKD, Oregon, Portland, Pride Month, Top Stories
This year’s Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade is slated for Saturday, July 15 to Sunday, July 16.Continue Reading
FBI offers $25K for info on Oregon reproductive health center arsons
2023-01-19
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In: Crime, Headlines, Health, Local, Marion County, Multnomah County, National, News, okAF, Oregon, Portland, Top Stories
FBI Portland is offering the public a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for a string of arsons that occurred at reproductive health centers in Portland, Gresham and Keizer during the spring and summer of 2022.Continue Reading