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Christian homeless shelter challenges Washington state law prohibiting anti-LGBTQ+ hiring practices
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Lawyers for a Christian homeless shelter are scheduled to be in a federal appeals court Friday to challenge a Washington state anti-discrimination law that would require the charity to hire LGBTQ+ people and others who do not share its religious beliefs, including those on sexuality and marriage.
Truck fire near Multnomah Falls closes section of I-84
A commercial truck fire prompted a response from emergency crews and closed down a section of I-84 late Thursday morning. Read online: https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/truck-fire-near-multnomah-falls-closes-section-of-i-84/
Oregon counties plan new recovery programs amid funding concerns
HILLSBORO – Oregon counties are mapping out new diversion programs to combat the state’s fentanyl crisis, an undertaking facing short- and long-term challenges to make it a success. In Washington County, Oregon’s second most populous, officials plan to start the new program on Sept. 1, when House Bill 4002 takes effect and puts in place […] The post Oregon counties plan new recovery programs amid funding concerns appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Watch: KRIST NOVOSELIC Plays NIRVANA Classics With Tribute Band In Washington
NIRVANA bassist Krist Novoselic joined the FOO FIGHTERS/NIRVANA tribute band FOOVANA on stage last night (Thursday, July 18) at Georgie's Garage in Vancouver, Washington to perform three NIRVANA classics: "Blew", "Lithium" and "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Novoselic reportedly said that the appearance marked his first time playing "Blew" live in three decades. Fan-filmed video can be seen below.
JLL Arranges $28M Sale of Van Mall Retirement in Vancouver, Washington
VANCOUVER, Wash. — JLL Capital Markets has arranged the $28 million sale of Van Mall Retirement, a 191-unit senior living community in the Portland, Oregon, suburb of Vancouver. JLL represented the seller, Lytle Enterprises, and procured the buyer, a regional Pacific Northwest owner-operator. In addition, JLL procured acquisition financing...
Hot weather returns for Saturday across western Oregon and SW Washington
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — More hot weather is on its way for the weekend. KATU has declared a Storm Tracker 2 Weather Alert for Saturday. High temperatures are forecast in the upper 90s in the Portland metro area. “Our upper-level flow will be coming off the land, and we...
Guns seized after Portland police track stolen vehicle
Police recovered three guns after tracking down a stolen vehicle and arresting its driver on July 16 in Southeast Portland. Ahmed Kassim, 23, is charged with: unauthorized use of vehicle; unlawful entry into vehicle; possession of stolen vehicle; reckless endangering another person (two counts); attempting to elude police officer (while driving motor vehicle); attempting to elude police officer (on foot); unlawful possession of firearms; and unlawful possession loaded firearm in public. Ahmed also had three active warrants from Multnomah County for his arrest. ...
KGW launches Weather Impact Alert Days
PORTLAND, Ore. — Weather impacts everyone. That's why KGW is giving you the forecast in a new way with Weather Impact Alert Days. From severe to inconvenient weather, we'll show you what to expect and when. You'll see Weather Impact Alert Days marked in red on our 7-day forecast...
Looking back on Local 48
Current and former members of IBEW Local 48 gathered July 12-13 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Electrical Workers Minority Caucus. Charlye Molden, 80, flew to Portland from Atlanta to attend and see her former coworkers. Molden was the first Black woman to join Local 48. She agreed to share her story and perspective with the Labor Press.
Scientists close to creating ‘one and done’ universal flu shot
PORTLAND, Ore. — The annual flu shot could soon be a thing of the past. Scientists are working on a revolutionary formula that would result in only needing one flu shot in your lifetime. Simply put, this would mean no more annual vaccinations or worrying about whether this year’s shot will match the flu strains circulating around the world.
Portland office tenant sues landlord over busted AC after indoor temps top 90 degrees
A Portland architecture firm is suing its landlord, claiming temperatures exceeded 90 degrees earlier this month inside its Old Town Chinatown offices because of a faulty air-conditioning system. Ankrom Moisan Associated Architects agreed to lease offices at 38 N.W. Davis St. in 2014. The developer of the building, Gerding Edlen,...
Summer heat nears its peak Friday around Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Summer temperatures are on the rise as afternoon highs return into the 90s again on Friday. A KOIN 6 Weather Alert Day will go into place on Saturday as temperatures climb into the mid to upper 90s in Portland and the Willamette Valley. Hazy conditions...
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