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Officials urge caution during heat wave
The Oregon Department of Emergency Management has activated the state Emergency Coordination Center in response to the upcoming heatwave, Gov. Tina Kotek’s office announced Wednesday, July 3. Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson declared a state of emergency from noon Friday, July 5 through noon Monday, July 8. Temperatures as high as 105 degrees are forecasted in Portland on Saturday. Southern Oregon will see even higher temperatures, up to 113 degrees in Medford. ...
Hawthorne and Morrison bridges will be carfree for July 4th fireworks viewing
Just a quick reminder that Multnomah County, in their infinite wisdom, will ban drivers from the Hawthorne and Morrison bridges on Thursday, July 4th so folks can watch the fireworks show in peace. What better way to mark Independence Day than getting out of cars and into the community? (Who...
Blazers should regret missed opportunity in Damian Lillard trade now more than ever
The Portland Trail Blazers' path toward rebuilding has recently become much more straightforward, adding two pivotal pieces in Donovan Clingan and Deni Avdija. However, they still don't have enough firepower to be considered legitimate playoff contenders in the Western Conference. While they have multiple up-and-coming players who are 25 years or younger, they don't have a prominent star to build around as many other rebuilding teams have. It leaves Blazers fans wondering if the moves made last offseason put their team on the optimal rebuilding path.
On His Last Day Overseeing the Water Bureau, City Commissioner Mingus Mapps Pushes Out Its Director
On June 28, his last day overseeing the Portland Water Bureau, City Commissioner Mingus Mapps placed the bureau’s director on administrative leave. The next business day, July 1, Mapps relinquished control of the bureau to Mayor Ted Wheeler in preparation for a new form of government. Gabe Solmer was...
Brace for the Independence Day heat: Here's where to head in Washington County
Residents across the Portland metro area bracing for a heat wave slated to send temperatures into the triple digits, starting Thursday, July 4, through Sunday, July 7. The National Weather Service is urging people throughout northwest and west Central Oregon — including the Portland area — and Southwest Washington to take precautions. Across Washington Counties, libraries are opening their doors to help people beat the heat, outside of the holiday. ...
Fireworks Can Be Troubling For Vets And Others With PTSD
PORTLAND, OR -- For many, fireworks are a necessary part of any July Fourth celebration. But the loud explosions are tough for some people, "They very much resemble the sights and sounds of combat, of gunfire and of explosions," says Dr. Mikel Matto, a clinical psychiatrist at OHSU, "So, a lot of people with PTSD, these fireworks can really flood them with fear and sensations like a racing heart and sweatiness." He says it makes the holiday particularly difficult for veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, "One of the problems with PTSD is that when a person is exposed to sights or sounds that resemble a traumatic experience, like combat, that exposure can trigger unwanted memories."
How this Portland heat wave may stand up to others
Portland has rarely seen the type of extended heat wave expected to descend on the region beginning Thursday. Forecasters at the National Weather Service are projecting at least seven consecutive days with temperatures of 90 degrees or higher. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
PGE encourages reducing power use during extreme heat
As temperatures crawl into three digits over the Fourth of July holiday weekend — and in summer months to come — Portland General Electric urges customers to be conservative with energy use during extreme heat. An excessive heat warning issued by the National Weather Service, effective Thursday, July 4 until the night of Sunday, July 7, affects the PGE service area. Reducing power use supports service reliability during times when...
Waterfront Blues Festival makes accommodations for record July Fourth weekend heat
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Portland Waterfront Blues Festival, which runs Thursday through Sunday at Waterfront Park next to the Hawthorne Bridge, will continue operations as normal while keeping safety a high priority as temperatures in Portland are expected to climb above 100 degrees this weekend. The festival has been...
HEAR IN PORTLAND: We Hear Destiny's Child in Majik9's Catchy New Anthem
Happy July music fans! This week we’re stoked for Lambo Lawson headlining the Thesis on the Fourth of July, a new song by Portland-based rapper Majik9, and Childish Gambino and Willow come to the Moda Center this September. Get into all the happenings you can Hear in Portland!. Upcoming...
Portland Gay Men's Chorus celebrates 45 years of music and activism
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Sitting at Steeplejack Brewery, Gary Coleman raises a glass to the moment the Portland Gay Men’s Chorus (PGMC) was born. The idea was first discussed back in 1980 over drinks. Coleman sets the stage. “We went to Wilde Oscar’s, a gay bar downtown, and...
Portland Craft Beer Festival kicks off this week at a new venue
In the tumultuous beer festival industry, the Portland Craft Beer Festival has emerged as one of the most dependable attractions of the year. The 2014 founded PCBF hasn’t slowed down since the pandemic, but the event will try out a brand new venue for the first time in its history relocating from The Fields in NW Portland to the new Elizabeth Carruters Park in South Portland from July 4-6th, 2024.
Multnomah County's Housing Initiative Exceeds Goals by Sheltering 306 Households
The streets of Multnomah County are seeing a positive change as the Housing Multnomah Now initiative, helmed by the Joint Office of Homeless Services, has successfully housed 306 households, a number that surpasses its aim of 300 by the end of June. Seven nonprofit service providers, including Transition Projects and the Urban League of Portland, have played a pivotal role in this outcome, serving those in direst need, such as individuals residing outside in tents, and those transitioning from sidewalk encampments into shelters, according to Multnomah County.
‘Queen of Percussion’ Sheila E. to perform free Portland concert amid heat wave
Pop icon Sheila E. — also known as the “Queen of Percussion” — will perform a free concert at Southeast Portland’s Ventura Park on Sunday evening, and organizers are saying the show will go on even as Oregon braces for a heat wave. The performance...
Nationwide Missing Child Sweep Locates Missing Oregon Girl
The US Marshals Service, who are experts at finding people regardless of who they are or where they are located, have successfully completed another child location sweep. MyNorthwest.com is reporting this was the second such operation, dubbed Operation We Will Find You 2. It began on May 20th to June...
See all homes sold in inner SE Portland, June 24 to June 30
The following is a listing of all home transfers in inner SE Portland reported from June 24 to June 30. There were 76 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,285-square-foot home on Southeast Pardee Street in Portland that sold for $593,500.
Housing subsidies for affordable projects? Metro to discuss July 9
Metro, the elected regional government, is suddenly facing the complicated financial decisions in three of its program areas – affordable housing, visitor and spectator facilities, and the performing arts. Up soonest will be whether to ask voters to approve spending funds to keep people housed to increase the supply of affordable housing. The Metro Council is consider the choice at a Tuesday, July 9, work session. Chief Operating Officer Marissa Madrigal will make a recommendation, which has not yet been released. ...
Oregon man accused of exposing himself, urinating in aisle of flight to New Hampshire
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A flight to Manchester, New Hampshire, was diverted Wednesday after a man allegedly exposed himself and urinated in the aisle of the airplane, officials said. The 25-year-old Oregon man was arrested and charged with indecent exposure after the flight landed at the Buffalo Niagara International...
Portland Police close I-84 east at I-205 as they investigate freeway shooting
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Portland Police closed the eastbound lanes of I-84 at I-205 for an investigation following the report of a shooting. Officials say a victim's vehicle was shot at and that officers would be looking for evidence during the closure. Police tell KATU News that the freeway...
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