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"Adultish" Author Dr. Charlotte Markey
Research shows that the generation that came of age amid Facetuned photos, misleading online nutritional advice, and a devastating global pandemic, struggles deeply with developing a positive relationship with their bodies, especially as they leave home and begin to live independent lives. Charlotte Markey, author of the new book "Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life", joined us to share ways to combat social media’s negative influence on mental health, body image, and overall sense of self.
Power Rankings: Blazers’ 3-Year Outlook Among Worst in NBA
The Portland Trail Blazers are a rebuilding team, which means the next few years aren’t expected to be pretty for them. Bleacher Report writer Dan Favale released a power ranking of every team’s three-year outlook and the Blazers came in at No. 27 on the list. Ambitious development...
Trail Blazers Trade Rumors, Schedule Challenges, and Bill Walton Tribute
The Portland Trail Blazers are debating whether to trade forward Jerami Grant, whose skills may be better suited for a competing team. With a dismal 21-61 record last season, the Blazers are in a rebuilding phase, yet have no immediate rush to part ways with Grant due to his contract, which extends for three more seasons. As they look ahead, a challenging schedule and a competitive Western Conference position the team for the 2025 Cooper Flagg draft sweepstakes. Additionally, the Blazers are preparing to honor Hall of Famer Bill Walton in March, marking his contribution to their franchise history.
Portland man fights neighborhood crime with art, droids and stormtroopers
PORTLAND, Ore. — There is a place in Portland guarded by droids and storm troopers. This is Robot Alley. One part art installation. One part high tech fortification. 100% Robert Fortney's invention. "I'm having so much fun doing this that I have to remind myself to get back to...
Rockstar Energy Open brings Portland's skate scene to the big stage on day one
Competition at the Rockstar Energy Open began Friday, Aug. 23 at the Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland, bringing some of the best skateboarders in the world to the Rose City. Local skater Alex Lobasyuk, 24, qualified for the competition in a unique way. The Open conducted a “Video Qualifier Series” where anyone could submit their tape to be invited to the Street portion of the event. Lobasyuk was one...
VIDEO: Possible funnel cloud spotted in Portland Friday
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Friday evening’s heavy rain and stormy weather may have produced a funnel cloud along the Columbia River. Possible funnel cloud seen near PDX Friday, August 23, 2024 (courtesy Rob Richards) KOIN 6 news has obtained images of the possible funnel cloud formation in northeast...
Pilots' Match Against Baylor Moved to Saturday
HONOLULU, Hawaii -- Portland Pilots Women's Soccer's match against the Baylor Bears at the OUTRIGGER Invitational in Hawaii has been moved to Saturday, Aug. 24 at 3 p.m. PT. The move comes due to incoming inclement weather. The Pilots are off to a strong start this year, posting a solid...
Fred Meyer Workers Vote to Strike
Portland-area union members allege workplace violations, rescind their endorsement of a planned Albertson’s-Kroger merger. Around 4,500 Portland-area Fred Meyer employees might be days away from walking off the job. Employees belonging to United Food & Commercial Workers Local 555 voted last week to authorize a strike for alleged unfair...
PGE no-shows for Jefferson County tax mistake meeting
Portland General Electric was a no-show for a meeting with Jefferson County Friday, which is dealing with a $1.8 million tax mistake by the utility. But districts did receive some good news. PGE no-shows for Jefferson County tax mistake meeting, but good news comes with $500K grant. PGE was a...
‘A mess from start to finish’: Artists at WasabiCon in Portland say conditions at convention made them sick
PORTLAND, Ore. — Organizers of WasabiCon PDX, an annual anime, gaming, and cosplay convention in downtown Portland, are apologizing for moving artists and vendors into the parking garage of a hotel. Many artists who spoke to KGW said the filthy, poorly-ventilated and smelly conditions made them sick and resulted in dirt, grime, and vermin getting into their belongings.
IndyCar grid penalties for Andretti, MSR and RLL cars at Portland
It’s that time of the season where NTT IndyCar Series teams are making unapproved engine changes and grid penalties are the norm. Three Honda-powered drivers will receive six-position grid demotions after qualifying for the BitNile.com Grand Prix of Portland as a result of their teams making unapproved engine changes — only four engines are allowed to be used each year, with the need to go to a fifth, or sixth, or more, coming with grid penalties.
Runners Ahead: 2024 Hood to Coast passes through town
No one celebrates the “Mother of all Relays” quite like Sandy. The town transforms the high school into a celebratory block party, making for an iconic exchange during the annual Hood to Coast relay. As runners cruise into the school grounds, their teams roar, many sporting fun outfits and signs. There is live music, helpful volunteers who keep everyone on track, and a vendor market: clothes for sale; booths from...
Blazers Assistant GM Mike Schmitz Named to The Athletic’s 40 Under 40
The Portland Trail Blazers have made some big changes to the front office over the past few years after general manager Joe Cronin took over for Neil Olshey back in 2022. Among Cronin’s new hires is assistant general manager Mike Schmitz, who is one of the youngest high-profile executives in the NBA.
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