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Port of Portland finds sustaining cargo container terminal would require millions in state subsidies — and lots more business
The Port of Portland on Friday gave Gov. Tina Kotek a report that explains what’s needed to keep container operations at Terminal 6 open for the long haul. Its answer: millions in state funding, a renewed push to find a private-sector operator and lots of new customers. The port...
Oregon Humane Society hosting pet adoption
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — If you're looking to expand the family, this may be your lucky weekend. The Oregon Humane Society is hosting an adoption promotion. This will be happening at its Portland and Salem locations. If you're interested, pets who have been at the shelter for more than...
What to expect for fall weather
As fall approaches and summer ends, the latest National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center’s forecast provides three possibilities for Cottage Grove, Lane County, and Oregon: a warmer-than-average fall, a cooler-than-average fall, or an average fall. La Niña’s dry warmer-than-average conditions will likely influence weather patterns across...
Portland Jewish groups say they're facing a rise of antisemitism
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A Portland man, Domagoj Patkovic, was put behind bars this week for allegedly making bomb threats against various Jewish hospitals. Jewish members of the greater Portland area are expressing their sorrow. “I feel very sad, and I feel I was shocked to read it, and...
Mid-Willamette soccer players to watch in 2024
With the return of the fall season, there's plenty of athletes that will take to the pitch and showcase their talents. There's sure to be surprises, as lesser-known players emerge and establish themselves among the best in their league or classification. Others will return, not missing a beat from last year's efforts, potentially reaching new heights individually while leading their respective team. Time will tell how it shakes out, but these are the handful of Mid-Willamette soccer players we will be paying extra attention to...
Oregon Researchers Paint Wind Turbines Partly Black to Reduce Bird Deaths
A simple coat of black paint on the white blade of a wind turbine could save countless birds from flying into the machines and to their deaths each year. It’s working in Norway, and now researchers from Oregon State University are trying it in the West. With $400,000 allocated by the state Legislature, Christian Hagen, an associate professor in the university’s Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Sciences, is leading a team that’s painting turbines at a PacifiCorp wind farm in Wyoming. A doctoral student and officials with the U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and U.S. Department of Energy are collaborating on the project.
Oregon nurse, 75, found guilty of neglecting assisted living resident who died
An Oregon nurse who neglected an assisted living home resident who subsequently died has pleaded guilty to first-degree criminal mistreatment, the Oregon Department of Justice said Friday. Phyllis Dodds, 75, was working at Pacifica Senior Living in Klamath Falls when allegations surfaced that she had failed to provide nursing care...
Troutdale man faces charges for kicking 12-week puppy
A Troutdale man was arrested Monday afternoon, Aug. 19, after video showed him abusing a 12-week-old rottweiler-bull terrier puppy. Merlyn Christopher Blair, 25, was booked in the Multnomah County Detention Center where he faces second-degree animal abuse and second-degree disorderly conduct. He was released on his own recognizance and was arraigned Tuesday, Aug. 20. At about 1:50 p.m. Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a 911 call about the...
Update to KOIN 6 report on Multnomah County, Buckman residents meeting
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Although a notice from a Portland neighborhood coalition posted three days before a Monday evening meeting between residents, businesses and Multnomah County officials on the topic of a deflection center for drug addicts and those under the influence of drugs or alcohol said the gathering was “open to the public,” it […]
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK: Indulge your arts and jazz this week!
MONDAY, AUG. 26-SUNDAY, SEPT. 1 ALL THAT JAZZ — Montavilla Jazz Festival has a stellar lineup for its 11th annual festival with more than 30 concerts at 12 venues, including Alberta Rose Theatre, The 1905, Mt. Tabor Park and elsewhere, Aug. 30-Sept. 1. The musicians include Nicole Glover and Joe Kye. More: montavillajazz.org. ART IN THE PEARL — It’s a big event over Labor Day Weekend. The Pearl Fine Arts and Craft Festival celebrates 27 years with craft makers from all over the country gathering in the Pearl District/North Park Blocks, Aug. 31-Sept. 2. More: artinthepearl.com.
Man arrested for slashing tires of 36 cars in Vancouver
VANCOUVER Wash. (KPTV) - A suspect accused of slashing the tires on at least 36 cars was taken into custody in Vancouver on Saturday morning. Bryan Southard said he’s spent the day astonished. “One dude stabbed up 40 plus cars, for what reason who knows,” Southard said. “I was...
Trail Blazers capping Rip City Rally Tour in Woodburn
The Portland Trail Blazers and Moda Health have announced the lineup of towns for this year's Rip City Rally route. The annual joint partnership aimed at connecting with Oregonians to highlight the Trail Blazers and share Moda Health's message of commitment to building healthy communities is in its 10th year and will visit five locales throughout western Oregon. The Rally will take place from Sept. 16-20, closing the week in Woodburn at Legion Park on Sept. 20. Other stops throughout the week include Coos Bay,...
McLaughlin, Simpson latest grid penalty victims at Portland
Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin saw his day go from bad to worse on Saturday as an uncharacteristically poor qualifying run to 14th for the BitNile.com Grand Prix of Portland was compounded by the need to replace the engine in his No. 3 Chevy. The unapproved engine change will give...
Liam McNeilly sweeps USF Juniors weekend in Portland, Race No. 3 Results
Liam McNeilly won the USF Juniors season finale at Portland International Raceway making it a perfect three-for-three on the weekend. Sebastian Wheldon did his best to put the pressure on McNeilly on the final lap but came up short. Max Taylor, who clinched the championship earlier in the weekend, did...
A Portland anime con moved its Artist's Alley to a parking garage three days before it opened (and now regrets it)
WasabiCon has quickly became a key convention for anime fans in America, with the one-off convention launched in 2012 quickly becoming a chain of multiple conventions a year in Florida, Louisiana, and Oregon. But following its July 2024 WasabiCon PDX event again hosted at the Hilton Portland Downtown, word has come out about poor conditions for vendors and fans after a plan to use a parking garage as an exhibition hall went awry.
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