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National Republican group names Oregon candidate Monique DeSpain top challenger
National Republicans will provide more support to congressional candidate Monique DeSpain in her campaign against first-term Democratic incumbent Val Hoyle. The National Republican Congressional Committee announced Monday that DeSpain is one of its 26 Young Guns, the committee’s designation for top challengers to Democratic representatives. Being part of that list brings more mentorship and support […]
Heat turns dangerous by late week for Portland and entire state
A heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service will go into effect starting at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. It includes the entire Willamette Valley and Rogue Valley down to the California border. Temperatures will swell to nearly 100 degrees for Portland. The record tie for that day in the Rose City is 98 degrees. Hot and humid weather also is expected across Southwestern Oregon, possibly up to 105 degrees, on Thursday and Friday. This heat will be followed by an increasing chance for thunderstorms by the weekend for Southern and Eastern Oregon. Neither heat nor thunderstorms are good for firefighting efforts. More active wildfire behavior is expected by the end of the week. Be aware that air quality conditions in your area may change as wind direction shifts under this ridge of high pressure. KOIN 6 News is a news partner of the Portland Tribune. Their full story can be found at koin.com.
Oregon under a heat advisory Thursday and Friday
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory at 12:56 p.m. on Wednesday valid from Thursday 11 a.m. until Friday 8 p.m. for Grande Ronde Valley, Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Ochoco-John Day Highlands, East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades, North Central Oregon and Central Oregon.
Oregon receiving over $17 million to make airport improvements
(The Center Square) - The Federal Aviation Administration gave Oregon $17,364,442 to make infrastructure upgrades under the Airport Improvement Program. “Oregon’s airports connect communities across our state to the rest of the world—supporting local businesses, transporting goods, connecting travelers to world-class recreational opportunities, and providing essential lifelines during natural disasters,” U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, said. “This $17 million in federal funding will modernize infrastructure at airports across Oregon, growing our economy and ensuring safety for Oregonians and visitors alike as they fly throughout our state.”
Vortex Eatery + Taphouse finally open after year of renovations
After a year of renovations, the mysterious Vortex Eatery + Taphouse is finally soft-opened, with limited hours. Morris "Mo" Chappell owns the restaurant with his brother Eric Chappell as general manager. It's the newest addition to the south Salem dining scene. The brothers wanted to take on a new venture and decided to...
As toxin advisory continues at Detroit Lake, North Santiam River, here's what to know
The Oregon Health Authority declared a health advisory for Detroit Lake, Big Cliff Reservoir and the North Santiam River on July 16 due to toxic blue-green algae at the trio of recreation destinations east of Salem. Subsequent tests have continued to show high levels of a cyanotoxin called microcystin, a toxin that can...
Slate and Pyramid fires challenge fire crews; local meetings set
The Slate Fire is located 5 miles southwest of Detroit and is currently burning 91 acres and is 27% contained. A total of 50 personnel are working the fire, and the cause is under investigation. A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 30th at 6:00 p.m. to share...
Good Morning, News: White Dudes Raise Nearly $4 Million for Kamala, Multnomah County Won't Jail the Homeless, and Yes, the Mercury's Got a New Owner
If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, jam-packed event calendars, our spicy news roundups, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t do it without your support. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support!
New owner of Portland Mercury, The Stranger promises no layoffs: ‘From Day One we will be growing’
The new owner of the Portland Mercury and its Seattle sibling publication, The Stranger, says he will seek to grow the companies by boosting philanthropic support and revenue from their events business. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Long stretch of heat expected
Good morning! It’s a cloudy start to our Wednesday along the coastline, and some of those marine clouds are pushing inland. Expect to see brief morning clouds around the metro area, followed by late morning and afternoon sunshine. Today will begin a stretch of days featuring very warm to hot afternoons, and eventually warmer nights. Expect highs to range between about 85-90 degrees from Portland to Salem.
Portland Hospital Faces Fallout for Exposing Thousands to HIV
In a shocking developing story, a Portland hospital is under fire after reports that thousands of patients may have been exposed to HIV and hepatitis!. Lawsuit Filed Over Potential Exposure to HIV and Hepatitis. A class action lawsuit has been initiated against Providence Health after claims surfaced that approximately 2,200...
OSU's Carey, Tualatin's Chiles, US women win team gymnastics gold at Paris Olympics
PARIS (AP) — Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles and Sunisa Lee spent the night before perhaps the biggest gymnastics meet of their lives restless. There was a tension in the air. They'd all been in the Olympic spotlight before, experiences that left them with medals but also the kind of scars — be they physical, psychological or both — that heal but never really go away.
Downtown Salem development: Where key 2024 projects stand
Several projects underway promise to continue changing the landscape of downtown Salem. A Statesman Journal story looking at key 2024 downtown projects highlighted the Rivenwood Apartments, the former city hall site and pit at High Street, the Block 50 spot once home to UGM and a parcel of land near Pringle Creek in...
Anfernee Simons on teammate posting his highlights at halftime: "People in the locker room were like, 'Did he just do that?'"
Simons reveals how the team responded to discovering that a teammate had shared his highlight reel during halftime of a losing game.
Redo of Oregon program to cap greenhouse gas pollution ready for public review
Oregon’s plan to regulate fossil fuel companies and reduce greenhouse gases is ready for public comment after being derailed seven months ago by a lawsuit brought by natural gas companies. Draft regulations for the state’s redo of the 2021 Climate Protection Program were published Tuesday by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The agency gave […]
Solving Oregon’s public defender problem will involve more than money
Oregon’s public defender problems have been getting much better and much worse at the same time. Finding a solution that makes sense doesn’t involve doing what most people have long argued: spending more money on legal services. The answer lies in how the money is managed and spent, and how the workload is organized. In […]
Bend local provides flight home to Memphis for woman recovering from spinal surgery
A Memphis woman flew to Bend on a private flight provided by AeroAngel, an organization that works with private plane owners to help sick children get where they need to go for treatment. Following her surgery, A Bend local provided a private flight back home to Memphis. Bend pilot volunteers...
Wayfinder Beer Opens a Second Location, in Troutdale
Portland’s Wayfinder Beer Company just announced the opening of its second location, a taproom in Troutdale, Oregon. More than a taproom, it’s a concept. The new Wayfinder taproom is now open, but a grand opening event is slated for August 31st. It is located at The Highlands, an eating and drinking destination and gathering place. “We are building a unique offering for folks to come and enjoy a meal that feels curated and intentional.”
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