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Sweltering temperatures persist as 'extremely dangerous heat' impacts West and East coasts
About 115 million people may experience sweltering conditions Saturday in cities including Los Angeles, Seattle and Las Vegas in the West, and Raleigh, North Carolina, Washington, D.C., and New York City in the East as “extremely dangerous heat” continues to affect both coasts this weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
Oregon gets go ahead to offer free addiction services to incarcerated people nearing freedom
Federal officials have approved Oregon’s request to offer free Medicaid services for addiction and some other services to people who are on the verge of being released from jail or prison, something that’s prohibited by federal law. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said Oregon will...
WinCo Settlement: Claim Up to $200 in Portland Surcharge Case
WinCo customers in Portland, Oregon, have an opportunity to claim compensation in a settlement concerning alleged surcharges on non-grocery items. The popular grocery store chain, with locations nationwide including Portland, has agreed to a substantial $3.365 million settlement to address claims of unauthorized fees imposed between June 1, 2019, and May 8, 2022.
Portland Trail Blazers’ New Assistant Coaches Under Chauncey Billups Revealed
Nate Bjorkgren and Chris Fleming join the Portland Trail Blazers as assistant coaches under Chauncey Billups, filling seats left vacant after the 2023-24 season. Nate Bjorkgren served as the head coach of the Indiana Pacers in the 2020-21 season. Chris Fleming boasts 26 years of coaching experience across two continents.
Vancouver opens cooling centers, misting stations
VANCOUVER Wash. (KPTV) - The City of Vancouver will have a number of cooling centers available this weekend to help combat the extreme heat. Couve Collective, 1009 W. 13th St. Days open: Saturday July 6 from 2:30 - 6:30 p.m. Outpost Safe Stay, 1140 NE 51st Circle. Days open: July...
ODFW closing McKenzie River to Chinook angling through end of the year
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Chinook salmon angling on the McKenzie River will close beginning Monday, July 8 through the end of the year. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife said Friday it is taking this step to protect the unexpectedly small runs of both wild and hatchery Chinook salmon observed at Leaburg Dam on the McKenzie River this year.
Economist weighs in on Portland's negative job growth
PORTLAND, Ore. — A snapshot of economic indicators shows that the greater Portland area had negative job growth from April 2023 to April 2024, meaning a wide swath of the metro region, including Vancouver and Hillsboro, lost more jobs than it gained. The losses give Portland the unfortunate distinction...
Former NBA All-Defense player left off Australian Olympics team
One of the best defensive players in the world was a surprise snub from the Australian Boomers roster ahead of the 2024 Olympics Games. The post Former NBA All-Defense player left off Australian Olympics team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
All-state baseball 2024: Oregon’s top 6A stars
Here is the 2024 all-state list for Oregon’s Class 6A baseball. The all-state teams were voted on and compiled by coaches of the classification. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
KOIN: Blues Fest performer Curtis Salgado inspired "Blues Brothers"
Portland’s own Blues Brothers will appear at the Waterfront Blues Fest with their Bluesmobile for photos and autographs Saturday morning Gates open at the annual concert in Tom McCall Waterfront Park at 11 a.m. every day from Thursday, July 4, to Sunday, July 7. It benefits Meals on Wheels People and the Jeremy Wilson Foundation, which supports musicians and music industry workers in times of medical need. KOIN 6 News...
First Alert: Triple-digit highs expected through Tuesday
It was a hot one out there yesterday! The official temperature at the airport reached 99 degrees, breaking the previous record of 98 degrees set last year. Lows this morning are very warm, in the low 60s in the valley and mid-60s in the metro area. If it doesn’t cool down before sunrise, we will break the overnight low-temperature record of 64 degrees set in 2022. Overnight temperatures will remain warm as we head into hotter weather this weekend, only cooling down to the upper 60s to around 70 degrees for the next several nights until we get some relief from the heatwave midweek next week.
Deacon Development Group Announces Grand Opening of 126-Unit Merx Apartment Building in Portland’s Slabtown
Portland, Oregon Deacon Development Group, in collaboration with Deacon Construction, LLC, proudly announces the completion of the Merx market-rate apartment building located in the vibrant Slabtown neighborhood of Northwest Portland. This modern seven-story building spans 57,412 square feet and offers 126 thoughtfully designed studios and one-bedroom apartments. Each studio apartment...
FIDO-Friday's Oregon Dog Rescue Featured Shelter Dog-OZZIE
Fido Friday Featured Shelter Dog From Oregon Dog Rescue. IMPORTANT INFO: Adoption appointments for Oregon Dog Rescue are now booked online through our website (please do NOT submit a pet finder inquiry)! We offer 1 hour appointments to view up to 2 of our available dogs. If you find the one that's the perfect match you will fill out our adoption contract and take the dog home with you that day!
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