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Chinese calligraphy artist Bong Wai Chen honored at Portland Chinatown Museum
Standing in the “Bong Wai Chen: Reframing Tradition” exhibition at the Portland Chinatown Museum, Stephen Chen is taken back to the early 1960s when he would watch his father paint butterflies and horses, each brushstroke a precise and perfected moment in time. “He was known for his horses...
Vancouver voters to decide on tax increase to fund more police services
(The Center Square) – The Vancouver City Council unanimously agreed Monday night to ask voters in November to approve a levy lid lift to bolster the city’s police department. Vancouver voters will decide on a tax levy lid lift of 41 cents per $1,000 assessed value in 2025....
Raising Cane's opens first location in Vancouver
Raising Cane’s, the popular fast-food chain known for chicken tenders and signature sauce, opened its first location in Washington state on Tuesday. KATU News reported that hundreds of people lined up for the grand opening on Tuesday morning. The restaurant offers a variety of fried chicken dishes and sides...
Portland police struggle to stop dangerous street takeovers: ‘They’re growing more bold by the day’
Portland police remain overwhelmed by illegal street takeovers, despite new laws that target participants and aid efforts to stop them, the Police Bureau said. The bureau has seen a “dramatic increase” in street takeovers since the COVID-19 pandemic, said Lt. Chadd Stensgaard, who oversees Portland Police Bureau missions against the events.
More smiles transformed with Dr. Lampee’s 'Teeth in 24'
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Dr. Heath Lampee is back in the FOX 12 studio with Ayo Elise, bringing us more unbelievable transformations courtesy of his trademarked “Teeth in 24” mouth makeovers. This latest installment highlights the story of David, who’s outlook on life is now as bright as those new pearly whites.
10 most expensive homes sold in Gresham-area suburbs, July 8-14
A house in Gresham that sold for $780,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Gresham-area suburbs in the past week. In total, 30 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $499,318. The average price per square foot was $273.
Projected Blazers depth chart, starting lineup, and rotation entering 2024 preseason
Last season, the Portland Trail Blazers finished with the worst record in the Western Conference at 21-61. They struggled to find consistency with 41 different starting lineup combinations. Portland should have an improved roster due to players returning from injuries, internal player progression, and the additions of Deni Avdija and Donovan Clingan. Still, it will be challenging for them to make a playoff push in the competitive Western Conference.
Temps climb near 100 Tuesday. Portland could see thunderstorms overnight
Monday’s high temperature offered some relief from the hot weather the metro area has been experiencing over the past several days. With some cloudy skies around, Portland saw an unofficial high of 86 degrees. The National Weather Service says highs will jump to around 95-100 degrees across the Willamette...
Whiskey Review: Westward Whiskey Vintner’s Cuvée
It is created from American single malt whiskeys influenced by four types of wine cask finishes. It is bottled at 96 proof and priced at $99.95. A very luscious amber with distinct reddish overtones exists in this glass, showcasing excellent legs and moderate viscosity. Nose:. Berry is first and foremost...
Iconic Journalist Connie Chung Coming to Portland This Fall
I hope that you will join us in September to hear the legendary broadcast journalist Connie Chung discuss her memoir, Connie. As Literary Arts Senior Artistic Director, I am so proud to be presenting a true trailblazer and American icon. If you haven’t had a chance to read this New...
Top Chef Masters star Naomi Pomeroy dead at 49 after ‘drowning accident’ while floating down the river, friends claim
AWARD-winning chef Naomi Pomeroy has died at the age of 49. The former Top Chef Masters contestant’s passing was confirmed by friends on Monday. At first, the woman was unidentified as she was one of three people tubing down the Willamette River outside of Portland, Oregon. Days later, it was confirmed that the woman was […]
Portland to transfer more than $7 million from city’s climate action fund to general budget
Portland’s government is diverting $7.6 million in funds earmarked by voters for climate action towards the city’s general budget, months after politicians in the city first suggested the idea. The move marks the first time climate action funds will be used outside of their intended purpose. Earlier this...
PGE Customer Actions Resulted in the Largest Electricity Demand-Shift in Company History During Multi-Day Heat Wave
PORTLAND, Oregon , July 12 -- Portland General Electric. , an electric utility company, issued the following news release:. Small energy conservation efforts added up to big results. * * *. Portland General Electric. (PGE) customers worked together this week to reduce energy use during. Portland's. first heat wave of...
Police ID 20-year-old killed at Sellwood Riverfront Park
Portland Police have identified the victim of a shooting at Sellwood Riverfront Park as Asher Ethan HK Mendes, 20, of Sherwood, Oregon. Mendes was found deceased by police responding to reports of someone shot at the park after 11 p.m. on Friday, July 12. "The suspect or suspects left the scene before police were called and no immediate arrests were made," the Portland Police Bureau reported. The Medical Examiner determined...
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