Portland Council Approves Its Terms for Moda Center Remodel

Posted Today At 9:59am by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Portland City Council is approving a non-binding term sheet that outlines the framework for an agreement with the Trail Blazers to remodel the Moda Center. The vote was eight-to-four. It would require the Blazers to stay in Portland for 20 years and play all home games at the Moda Center. It would also require union labor agreements, community benefit commitments and protections on public funding. It's a starting point for negotiations with the Trail Blazers.

Oregon State Hospital Superintendent Out

Posted Today At 9:58am by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- Oregon State Hospital, which houses the state's most severe mental health patients, including those who committed crimes, is undergoing another leadership change. The Oregon Health Authority announced yesterday it will not move forward with Superintendent Sean Murphy's trial-service period. It didn't give a reason why. Murphy was appointed in June. Jim Diegel, the previous interim superintendent, will return to the position until a permanent superintendent is hired.

Flock Cameras Vandalized

Posted Today At 9:58am by 24/7 News Source

(Grants Pass, OR) -- The Josephine County Sheriff's Office is canceling its contract with Flock. The company makes automated license plate reading cameras. Vandals recently damaged the 10 Flock cameras in the county. There have also been public concerns over the potential infringement of Fourth Amendment rights. Officials say that while the technology has been beneficial in solving crime, it's clear the county is not willing to accept its use. While the cameras are now off, it's unclear when Flock will remove the equipment.

Flags At Half-Staff Tomorrow For Bulldozer Slain Fighting Fire

Posted Today At 9:57am by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Flags will fly at half-staff across Oregon tomorrow to honor a bulldozer killed while fighting the Wrights Spring Fire in Klamath County. Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags be flown at half-staff on state buildings on August 14th to honor Jason Ensign. He was killed August 6th fighting the Wrights Spring Fire in Klamath County. The 47-years-old was operating a bulldozer as a contractor for Green Diamond Resource Company when fire conditions changed rapidly and blocked his escape route. He was found dead inside the cab of the bulldozer. Kotek said that Ensign's death is a stark reminder of the dangers first responders bravely confront every day when protecting communities.

Mt. Hood Meadows Ends Summer Operations Early

Posted Today At 9:56am by 24/7 News Source

(Mt. Hood, OR) -- Mt. Hood Meadows is ending its summer operations early because of the Grasshopper Fire. The ski resort has been under a Level 3 Go Now evacuation since August 4th. Much of the east side of the Mt Hood National Forest remains closed, in addition to intermittent closures of Highway 35, which leads to Meadows. General Manager Greg Pack says the resort's priority now is supporting the wildfire response. A spike camp for 300 firefighters is set up in the Meadows parking lot.

Oregon Wildfire Update

Posted Today At 9:56am by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- Nearly two-and-a-half-million acres have burned in Oregon and almost 12-thousand firefighters are working to contain the blazes. There are 30 large fires burning in the state. Oregon Department of Forestry forecasters predict monsoonal moisture in some parts of eastern Oregon through Sunday. Some storms will only have dry lightning, which could spark new fires and create strong winds.

Grasshopper Fire Destroys Homes In Wasco County

Posted Today At 9:55am by 24/7 News Source

(The Dalles, OR) -- Half a dozen homes are destroyed along with 15 outbuildings as the Grasshopper Fire continues to grow in Wasco County. The County Sheriff's Office says six homes and 15 outbuildings have been destroyed so far and that number may rise. Winds caused the fire to expand quickly on Tuesday. The Sheriff's Office says they will do damage assessment when it's safe to go into the fire zone. Their top priority is the safety of residents, firefighters and emergency personnel.

Grasshopper Fire Grows

Posted Today At 9:55am by KBND News

(Wamic, OR) -- Firefighters continue their battle to contain the rapidly growing Grasshopper Fire east of Mt. Hood. Officials say the blaze grew by over six-thousand acres on Tuesday. It's now burned 83-thousand acres and is 20 percent contained. Winds caused the fire to remain active. More than 18-hundred firefighters are working to build lines around the fire. The Oregon State Fire Marshal sent two more task forces of local firefighters to protect homes and other structures. Three management teams, including one from Australia and New Zealand, are coordinating the operations.

Upgrades Planned For Pride Plaza

Posted Today At 9:54am by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- The City of Portland is starting construction on two projects that will upgrade street space for walking, gathering and celebrating Darcelle 15 and the LGBTQ+ community. Darcelle Promenade will get new artwork and lighting. It celebrates the legendary Portland performer who ran Darcelle 15 Showcase. The Promenade will create a visual connection between SW Harvey Milk Street, the Flock Food Hall at SW Ninth Avenue and Alder Street.

Strong Winds Explode Grasshopper Fire, Forcing New Evacuations

Posted Yesterday At 9:57am by 24/7 News Source

(Wamic, OR) -- Residents around the city of Dufur in Wasco County are fleeing their homes after strong winds caused the Grasshopper Fire to grow rapidly yesterday. Fire officials say the blaze has grown by about 15-thousand acres since Monday morning. Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation orders were expanded last night to cover all areas immediately west of Highway 197 around Dufur. The town of Dufur was placed under a Level 2 "Get Ready" evacuation notice around 10:15 last night. Containment of the fire fell from 23-percent to 20-percent yesterday.

Violent Crime Spree Sentence

Posted Yesterday At 9:56am by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- A Multnomah County judge has sentenced a man to 20 years in prison for a violent crime spree. Last year, Jeffrey Boone robbed a Subway shop, putting a gun to the neck of an employee. He went to a nearby home and forced a resident to hand over car keys. He fled in the vehicle, crashed into a car and tried to steal that driver's keys, but she had them in her pocket when she ran. Boone hit another woman in the head with his gun and stole her car. He crashed in Marion County and was arrested by an Oregon State Police trooper. He pleaded guilty to multiple charges.

Rose Quarter I-5 Shutdown Coming In September

Posted Yesterday At 9:56am by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Construction is set to create major traffic delays in the Portland area in about a month. I-5 southbound will close at I-405 in the Rose Quarter starting September 11th to allow crews to make major repairs to the freeway surface. The closure will last up to five weeks. All I-5 southbound traffic will be directed onto I-405, which will cause delays, especially during the commute. ODOT says they evaluated options and a five week closure was the quickest and most efficient way to do it.

Anti-Gun Measure Brings More Guns

Posted Yesterday At 9:55am by 24/7 News Source

(Corvallis, OR) -- Passage of Ballot Measure 114 three years ago in Oregon has resulted in more guns being purchasedn the state. The measure remains tied up in court, and if it does pass the legal challenges it won't take effect until 2028. Research at Oregon State University found 63-thousand additional background checks to buy guns were made after the measure passed. The new law could require expensive training and a permit to buy a gun.

Measles Exposure Location

Posted Yesterday At 9:55am by 24/7 News Source

(Gresham, OR) -- Health officials are warning of a new measles exposure location in the Portland area. The Oregon Health Authority reports someone with measles was at the Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center emergency department waiting room on Saturday, August 8th from around 9:15 a.m. through 11:30 a.m. Anyone who was in the waiting room those hours should watch for symptoms of measles.

Oregon Wildfire Update

Posted Yesterday At 9:54am by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- As Oregon wildfires grow in size, so does this record setting year for fires. The Big Grass Fire, south of Jordan Valley, could become the largest ever fire in modern times. It's burned nearly 554-thousand acres. It's 41 percent contained. More help is coming to the Rowe Creek Complex, now at 371-thousand acres. A task force from Lincoln, Tillamook and Yamhill counties deployed over the weekend. Another task force from Lincoln, Linn and Tillamook counties just deployed to the 15-thousand-acre East Evans Creek Fire, in southern Oregon.

Storm Drain Death

Posted Yesterday At 9:54am by 24/7 News Source

(Eugene, OR) -- New details are coming to light regarding a man who was found dead inside a storm drain in Eugene. Detectives with the Lane County Sheriff's Office say 55-year-old Bradley Treloggen crawled into the drain on his own before being found dead last Thursday. Video footage of the intersection shows Treloggen was alone when he opened the grate and entered the drain. Once inside, he couldn't get out. The Lane County Medical Examiner is still investigating his cause of death.

Man Dies In Fall From Top Of Silver Falls

Posted Yesterday At 9:54am by 24/7 News Source

(Silverton, OR) -- A Kentucky man is dead after falling nearly 200 feet from the top of Silver Falls while posing for a photo. Oregon State Police say 20-year-old Zachary Mertens was at the top of the falls in an area closed to the public when he slipped and fell while posing for photos. He fell about 177 feet to the water and died. His body was recovered by the Marion County Search and Rescue team.

Family Killed In Fire

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Eagle Point, OR) -- A mother and her three children were killed in a southern Oregon fire. The Jackson County Sheriff's Office says the family was in a fifth-wheel trailer in Eagle Point when the fire started. One family member escaped with minor injuries. Flames engulfed the trailer before fire crews arrived. Three children, all under the age of ten, died with their mother. Investigators believe the fire was a tragic, non-criminal accident, although the cause remains under investigation.

Sulfuric Acid Leaks From Tanker Truck In Portland

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- No injuries are reported after a tanker truck carrying five-thousand gallons of sulfuric acid started leaking at Hayden Island in North Portland. It happened yesterday. Portland Fire & Rescue had two truck loads of sand delivered to keep the chemical from going into nearby storm drains. Around 100 gallons of the chemical made it to a storm drain before the sand arrived. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Portland Bureau of Environment Services were notified.

Portland Supports Newport's Legal Expenses

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- The City of Newport is getting 20-thousand-dollars from Portland to help with legal costs to stop possible construction of an ICE detention facility. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security withdrew plans for the facility, but never said it wouldn't be built some time in the future. About two months ago, Newport's mayor asked other cities to help with costs to fight the plans. Legal expenses top 300-thousand-dollars. Portland Mayor Keith Wilson says Newport's fight is Oregon's fight, because it would affect people in communities across the state.

Bill To Block Advance Access To Trump Social Media Posts

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Washington, D.C.) -- Two Oregon congresswomen are sponsoring a bill to stop President Trump from selling access to his social media posts before he makes them public. On August first, President Trump began charging 100-thousand dollars a month for the privilege of reading his posts early. Oregon Congresswomen Andrea Salinas and Janelle Bynum say that access could impact financial markets. Under the Stop Corrupt Trading Act, the President, Vice President and their families would not be allowed to sell non-public information for financial benefit.

Centennial Mills Building In Danger Of Collapse

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- The Centennial Mills building in Northwest Portland is a concrete skeleton with a huge metal water tank on top after last week's massive fire. It's in danger of collapse. The city doesn't want Union Pacific to run freight trains on the nearby tracks out of concern the vibrations could cause the building to come down. UP parked a buffer train filled with rocks to protect other trains, if there is a collapse. The city is setting up a camera to monitor changes in the building that might indicate it's closer to falling. Demolition could happen as soon as Friday.

Lebanon Brush Fire

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Lebanon, OR) -- A mobile home fire turned into a brush fire near Lebanon and forced the evacuation of several homes. The flames were quickly burning up a hillside toward the homes when deputies from the Linn County Sheriff's Office evacuated 18 people. Firefighters got the fire under control after about 20 minutes. The only building lost was the original double-wide that started the fire. The cause is under investigation.

Murder Suspect Arrested

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting last week. Police say two vehicles were at Macadam Avenue and Bancroft Street when shots were fired. 41-year-old Anwar Osman, who was driving one of the cars, was killed. His car crashed into a building. 42-year-old Mahmoud Said Ali was arrested and booked for murder.

FEMA Helps Fund More Oregon Fires

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency will help pay for the costs of fighting two more Oregon wildfires. FEMA will pay up to 75 percent of the cost to fight the 50-thousand-acre Hagen Fire in Umatilla and Union counties, and the 47-thousand-acre Wrights Spring Fire in Klamath County. These are the sixth and seventh Fire Management Assistance grants approved for Oregon this fire season.

Northwestern Pond Turtles

Posted Tuesday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Zoo has 15 tiny new northwest pond turtles. The hatchlings are about the size of a cherry tomato and will spend the winter gaining weight, so they're strong enough to fend for themselves when they're released in the wild next spring in the Columbia River Gorge. The northwest pond turtle is an endangered species in Washington and considered sensitive in Oregon.

Amtrak Seattle-To-Portland Service Suspended Due To Warehouse Fire

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Seattle, WA) -- Amtrak is suspending its Seattle-to-Portland service indefinitely due to a warehouse fire in Oregon. Amtrak says service between the cities will be disrupted until further notice. Some trains are still running between Seattle and Vancouver, and substitute bus service has been set up for some other trains. The 500 and 511 lines have been canceled completely, and service between Portland and Vancouver is nonexistent. Investigators are still looking into the possibility there might be human remains inside of the burned Centennial Mills building in Northwest Portland. The seven story building was gutted by fire earlier last week.

Suspect Arrested Following Shooting Over Kids Riding Dirt Bikes

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Vancouver, WA) -- A man was arrested Saturday evening in Clark County for allegedly shooting a person over kids riding dirt bikes on a street. Clark County Sheriff's deputies responded and found a victim who had been grazed by a bullet. Only one shot had been fired. The suspect, 27-year-old Jacob Orr, was arrested in a vehicle that was leaving the scene. He was carrying a .380 caliber pistol. Deputies found a .380 caliber shell casing near where the shooting happened. Orr was booked on multiple charges, including first-degree assault, felony harassment, and reckless endangerment.

Clackamas Medical Clinic Measles Exposure Location

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Clackamas, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority reports the latest measles exposure location is at the Kaiser Permanente Mt. Scott Medical Office. It happened Thursday, August 6th between 1:30 and 3:45 p.m. Anyone who was there should watch for measles symptoms.

Dozer Operator Killed Trapped By Wildfire

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Chiloquin, OR) -- A firefighting dozer operator is dead after becoming overcome by flames while battling a wildfire in southern Oregon. The Klamath County Sheriff's Office says 47-year-old Jason Ensign was using a dozer to help crews build lines around the Wrights Spring Fire when flames covered his escape route. Firefighters, deputies and the Oregon Department of Forestry found his destroyed dozer and Ensign was dead in the cab. Ensign was working for Green Diamond Timber Resource Company.

Federal Judge Rules TV Merger Order Violated

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- A federal judge has ruled in favor of states trying to block the merger of two large television companies. They filed a motion that claimed the companies violated the judge's order to pause the merger. The judge agreed it was wrong for Nextar to install its own people on TEGNA's board of directors. Nexstar must immediately comply with the court order and turn over documents requested by Oregon and the 12 other states involved in the suit.

State Senator Accosted

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Forest Grove, OR) -- An Oregon State Senator was accosted by a confrontational constituent at a community forum on Saturday. Senator Janeen Sollman said she was at an event in Forest Grove when a 28-year-old grabbed her glasses off her face. The man was arrested and later released pending a court appearance. Legislative leaders issued a statement Sunday saying every Oregonian should reject intimidation and violence. While people have the right to disagree with politicians, they said engagement must remain peaceful and respectful.

Landfill Fire Spreads To Field

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Hillsboro, OR) -- A fire at a landfill south of Hillsboro spread to a nearby field Saturday afternoon. The fire was pushed by gusty winds and burned 25 acres. It forced the evacuation of two homes before it was stopped. The investigation into the fire at the landfill is ongoing.

Professional Photographer Sentenced For Child Sexual Abuse

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- A professional photographer who was previously convicted in San Diego and Yamhill County for child sexual abuse has also been sentenced in Portland federal court. Robert Koester ran a modeling agency and photographed teenage girls at his home. He gave them drugs and alcohol, and sexually abused them while taking photographs. He was sentenced to 25 years in San Diego, 50 years in Yamhill County and 40 years in federal prison.

Oregon Wildfire Workplace Rules

Posted Monday Morning by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- Workers in Oregon get protections from wildfire smoke. Governor Tina Kotek's wildfire emergency declaration activates workplace protections. Workers in Oregon are allowed to use their sick time if they feel ill due to air quality or extreme heat. With the exception of first responders, Oregonians can also use sick leave for emergency evacuations or if exposure to smoke or heat could jeopardize health. Employers and workers can get more information from Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries.

Birthright Citizenship

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield is calling out President Trump for signing a pair of executive orders relating to birthright citizenship. They restrict birthright citizenship involving children of foreign diplomatic staff, children of people classified as alien enemies and children born in U.S. territories. Rayfield says the U.S. Supreme Court rejected Trump's first order. He says birthright citizenship is settled law and Trump can't take no for an answer.

Oregon Drownings

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Douglas County, OR) -- There have been two drownings in Oregon this week. A Roseburg man drowned in the North Umpqua River Tuesday at Whistlers Bend Park. While Sheriff's deputies were searching for a 44-year-old man who failed to surface from the river, a group downstream found the man and started CPR, but he died at the scene. In Marion County, a 20-year-old man drowned Tuesday at Scotts Mills Falls. His body was recovered Wednesday morning.

Centennial Mills Fire Low Air Hazard Risk

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Air testing around the Centennial Mills warehouse fire in Northwest Portland found there's no significant health risk. In past years, the building underwent extensive asbestos removal, but some asbestos remained. Asbestos is a cancer risk when inhaled. The City of Portland says the bigger risk is the structure itself. It's at risk of collapse. They're warning people to stay away from the building and out of any fire debris.

Child Accused Setting Grass Fire

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(White City, OR) -- A child is accused of setting a grass fire in the Southern Oregon town of White City. Witnesses reported a grass fire with a child watching it burn. Firefighters stopped the grass fire before it got large. Deputies contacted the boy, who they say admitted to setting the fire. They found matches at the scene. The suspect's age has not been released, but investigators say he may also be responsible for a fire the previous day.

Oregon Hires Legal Expert For Moda Center Negotiations

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- The State of Oregon has hired an expert in negotiating big contracts and sports facilities renovations to oversee the Moda Center remodeling project. Eric Andalman is a partner at King & Spalding and a highly experienced legal and strategic advisor whose practice concentrates on complex transactions and large-scale infrastructure development. He will focus on creation of the Moda Center joint authority and the state's participation in the arena project.

Highway 35 Closed By Grasshopper Fire

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Mt. Hood, OR) -- The Grasshopper Fire has forced the closure of Highway 35 eight miles east of the junction with U.S. 26. East winds have been blowing the fire to the west. Highway 35 is closed between the Bennett Pass Snow Park and Baseline Road near Parkdale. The Grasshopper Fire has burned 43-thousand acres. It's 20 percent contained. Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort is under a Level 3 Go Now Evacuation warning.

Cold Case Suspect Charged

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Hillsboro, OR) -- An arrest has been made in a 32-year-old cold case in Washington County. In 1994, Veta Hardebeck, who was 85 years old, was killed in her home. Detectives weren't able to get enough evidence to make an arrest. Using new DNA technology, they identified 66-year-old Randall Gall as the suspect. He was arrested on Tuesday at his home in Gaston. He's being held without bail in the Washington County Jail.

Man Convicted Of TriMet Shooting Sentenced To Life In Prison

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- A man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after shooting and killing a man for harassing and yelling slurs at a woman on a TriMet bus. A judge sentenced Wayne Thompson yesterday to life in prison for the shooting in Portland in 2021. Thompson was convicted of second-degree murder for the death of Adrian Richardson. Court records say Richardson boarded a bus and started yelling slurs, curses and other rude comments at a female passenger. Thompson told Richardson to get off the bus. When he refused, witnesses said Thompson shot Richardson multiple times and he died at the scene.

Emerald Ash Borer Infestation Expands

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Beaverton, OR) -- The invasive emerald ash borer is expanding its presence in the Portland area. Officials say it's now been found in traps in Beaverton, Bethany Lake Park, Rockcreek, Salem, the Oregon Garden and along the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. The insect is deadly to ash and olive trees. Salem is injecting 12-hundred trees on city property with an insecticide that protects ash trees. Beaverton is treating 600 trees. Homeowners can learn more at OrgonEAB.com.

DUI Driver Hits Pedestrians

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- A Salem man has been arrested for hit and run after allegedly crashing into two people on a sidewalk. It happened on 17th Street Northeast Monday evening. A 32-year-old woman was hospitalized with significant injuries. A 45-year-old man was treated at the scene for minor injuries. Officers found the suspect a few blocks from the scene. Twenty-eight-year-old Tristen Wilson was arrested for assault, DUI, driving while suspended and hit and run.

Body Found In Burning Car

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Sauvie Island, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing after a body was found in a burning car on Sauvie Island Tuesday afternoon. Sauvie Island firefighters were the first responders on the scene to a vehicle fire on Northwest Lucy Reeder Road. After putting out the fire, they found a body in the car. Deputies responded and set up a crime scene. Detectives are conducting a death investigation with the Multnomah County Medical Examiner who will determine the person's identity and cause of death.

Portland Enhanced Safety Initiative Fails To Get Enough Signatures

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Portland City Elections says the Portland Enhanced Community Safety Initiative failed to collect enough signatures to get the measure on the November ballot. They were 63-hundred signatures short. The primary reason was too many signatures being from people living outside of Portland. Then, in many cases the same person signed two or three times. Eighty-four-hundred signatures were discounted through state-mandated pre-processing. More than half of those signatures were invalid because petitioners struck them out before submission.

Healthcare Fraud Guilty Plea

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Sentencing is scheduled early next year for the owner of a sleep study business in southern Oregon, who pleaded guilty to healthcare fraud. Federal prosecutors say 67-year-old Mehdrad Gerami owned Coastal Diagnostic Testing Group, which operated in Coos Bay, Brookings, Reedsport, Florence and Roseburg. They would conduct more expensive in-office sleep studies, when less expensive at-home tests should have been conducted. They also falsely billed customers who didn't take part in the tests. The losses are estimated at two-point-one-million-dollars. Gerami will be sentenced in January.

California Sending More Firefighters To Pacific Northwest

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Sacramento, CA) -- California is sending more resources to help firefighting efforts in the Pacific Northwest. Twenty more fire engines and four rescue teams are on their way to Oregon and Washington. Officials say the deployments will not affect the state's ability to respond to local emergencies. Since July 16th, California has sent nearly 400 firefighters and 60 engines to help Oregon and Washington battle wildfires through a national mutual aid system.

Casino Robber Sentenced To Federal Prison

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- A man who robbed the Wildhorse Resort and Casino in Pendleton in 2022 has been sentenced to federal prison. Javier Vigil handed the cash cage teller a note saying he wanted a million dollars. He pulled a gun, pointed it at the tellers and threatened them. He stole 69-thousand-dollars. On his way out, he fired at a security officer, who returned fire and wounded Vigil. A bystander was also wounded by a stray bullet. Vigil pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 20 years in prison and pay two-thousand-40 dollars restitution to the casino.

Police Seek Fire Video

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police are asking people with photos and video of the Centennial Mills property fire on Sunday to contact investigators. The fire caused massive damage to the building. Detectives are most interested in video and photos captured around 3:50 p.m., just before firefighters arrived on the scene. The video and photos need to be unaltered. They can be uploaded on the Portland Police Bureau's website.

Sheriff's Deputy Resigns

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Eugene, OR) -- A Lane County Sheriff's deputy has resigned after being charged in a criminal case. The Sheriff's Office says Dylan Ford quit after he was notified a formal internal investigation was underway. The agency will complete that inquiry and forward the results to the state law enforcement licensing board. Ford was arrested last week, accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a child outside the U.S.

Grasshopper Fire Evacuations Expand

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Wamic, OR) -- Evacuation levels for the Grasshopper Fire, near Wamic, have expanded to include Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort. The evacuation levels changed, because a Red Flag Warning and unpredictable weather could cause fire activity to increase quickly. East winds are pushing the fire onto the ridges above Highway 35 near Mount Hood Meadows and Bennett Pass.

Lane County Deputy Hurt

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Eugene, OR) -- A Lane County Sheriff's deputy suffered serious injuries while arresting an agitated burglary suspect in Eugene on Friday. Douglas Haley broke a window, climbed inside and barricaded himself. The deputy was hurt while entering the building, but engaged with Haley until he was cuffed. Officials say the deputy needed a tourniquet to stop a major bleed, and was treated at a hospital for several injuries. Haley is charged with assault, robbery and other crimes.

Rare Sheep Disease Found In Oregon

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- A rare disease found in sheep and goats was detected in Oregon. Classical Scrapie was thought to have been eradicated in the U.S. It's fatal for sheep and goats. It was detected at an Oregon slaughterhouse, as part of USDA's ongoing surveillance work. The Oregon Department of Agriculture is working to identify the sheep flock of origin and determine whether any exposed animals are in Oregon. It's been five years since the last case of Scrapie in the U-S, putting the country just two years away from declaring freedom from the disease. This detection is likely to reset that clock.

LAM Research To Invest $1.7 Billion In Tualatin Facility

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Tualatin, OR) -- LAM Research will invest one-point-seven-million-dollars in its Tualatin facility over the next 15 years. The investment is happening because of a private-public partnership under Oregon's Strategic Investment Program. LAM will use the agreement to expand its research and development operations. LAM will receive partial property tax abatements for investments in its facilities.

Fatal South Portland Shooting

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- One person is dead following a shooting in South Portland Tuesday morning. A police officer saw a car crashed into a building near Macadam Avenue and Bancroft Street. At the same time, calls came into 911 about shots fired in the area. The officer found the driver dead. Investigators say it appears the shooting happened while vehicles were at the traffic signal for Bancroft Street. The victim's vehicle rolled down a hit and hit the building. There's no indication the shooting is connected to the nearby ICE building. No arrests have been made.

Corrections Officer Indictment

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- Federal charges have been filed against an Oregon Department of Corrections officer for allegedly cyberstalking his ex-girlfriend. Jack Rowlett is accused of creating fake social media profiles and posting offensive and degrading claims about the victim. When she applied for a protective order in state court, Rowlett denied the posts were from him. The U.S. Attorney's Office says there is now evidence linking him to the fake accounts. He was arraigned Thursday in Portland and pleaded not guilty.

Fire Destroys Vacant Warehouse

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- An investigation is ongoing into a fire that destroyed a vacant warehouse in northwest Portland on Sunday. When firefighters arrived near Northwest 9th and Naito Parkway, the flames had quickly moved through the building. It was structurally unstable, so crews had to fight it from the outside. Three alarms were called to bring additional help. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

Air Quality Alert

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Portland, OR) -- The skies over much of Oregon and Washington remain smokey because of wildfires. An air quality alert remains in effect through noon Wednesday for western Oregon and southwest Washington. Health officials advise staying indoors and limiting outdoor activities.

Oregon Wildfires Top 2 Million Acres

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- Wildfires in Oregon have burned over two-million acres, and at least two months remain in wildfire season. The Rowe Creek Complex, south of Fossil, has burned nearly 324-thousand acres. It's 60 percent contained. The Grasshopper Fire, east of Mt. Hood, has burned 30-thousand acres and remains at zero percent containment. Significant progress has been made on the Akawa Butte Fire, north of Sisters, it's 85 percent contained at 27-thousand acres.

Tariffs Cost Oregon $442 Million In Lost Revenue

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- Tariffs are having a negative impact on Oregon's economy. That's according to a new report compiled by the Office of Economic Analysis, the Oregon Employment Department and Business Oregon. It found the increase in tariffs by the Trump Administration led to a 17 percent reduction in exports and a loss of 442-million-dollars in revenue. Oregon importers paid nearly three-billion-dollars in tariffs between March and December 2025.

Oregon Joins Lawsuit Over Information Sharing

Posted About A Week Ago by 24/7 News Source

(Salem, OR) -- Oregon is joining several states in a lawsuit against the federal government over sharing of information about low-income families. The Administration for Children and Families issued a notice that it can collect personal information about families in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families programs and share it with other agencies, and potentially private organizations. It could contain immigration information that would go to the Department of Homeland Security. The lawsuit argues that the policy violates the Administrative Procedure Act and the Spending Clause of the Constitution.

$10 Million Available for Oregon Infrastructure

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon's Regional Infrastructure Fund has started taking applications for ten-million-dollars that can be used for local infrastructure projects. The money was approved by the Legislature earlier this year. Construction grants range from 100-thousand-dollars to a million dollars. Planning grants run from 25-thousand-dollars to 250-thousand-dollars. The money is available to small communities and tribes.

ODOT Postpones Boone Bridge Joint Replacement

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(Wilsonville, OR) -- ODOT is postponing a major project on the I-5 Boone Bridge south of Wilsonville. Some of the expansion joints on the bridge are broken and need to be replaced. It was going to be a major project with some full closures of the northbound lanes of I-5. The contractor won't be available to do the work until next year. ODOT says temporary expansion joints will keep traffic moving until the project can be completed next year.

Police Identify Man Killed In House Party Shooting

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police are releasing the name of a man who was killed in a shooting at a large house party over the weekend. Eighteen-year-old Terrell Granberg died after being driven to a hospital in a private vehicle. Police say the crime scene stretched over three blocks where shots were fired and vehicles were damaged. The other victims include a 20-year-old man from Vancouver, Washington, a 21-year-old man from Portland, an 18-year-old woman from Gresham, a 15-year-old boy from Troutdale and an 18-year-old man from Portland. A five-thousand-dollar reward is offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in the case.

Oregon Co-Leads Tariff Lawsuit

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon is co-leading a coalition of 25 states in filing a third lawsuit against the Trump Administration over tariffs. The lawsuit challenges tariffs on more than 80 countries that account for nearly all U.S. imports. It alleges the tariffs violate the Administrative Procedure Act and exceed the President's authority. The case was filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade.

Woman Gets Prison Time For Tagging

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(Portland, OR) -- A woman is facing two years behind bars for spraying graffiti in Portland. A judge sentenced 29-year-old tagger Shelalah Rostami yesterday to two years in prison. Rostami spray painted graffiti on multiple properties, including Salt and Straw, Grocery Outlet, PGE and ODOT buildings. It was her first arrest. She was ordered to pay 126-thousand-dollars restitution. After being released from prison, she'll be on probation for three years. If she tags again after prison, she faces another three years in prison.

Suspect Arrested In Portland Homicide

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(Portland, OR) -- Portland Police arrested a suspect in a fatal shooting that happened Friday morning in a parking lot. Paramedics took the victim to Portland Adventist Medical Center where the person died. Investigators say the shooting happened near Southeast 92nd and Clinton. Forty-five-year-old Jacob Clement is now charged with second degree murder.

Sherwood Man Arrested For Child Sex Abuse

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(Sherwood, OR) -- A 22-year-old Sherwood man faces 10 counts of encouraging child sex abuse, after police say he was caught uploading explicit photos involving children. The investigation into Kodiac Bergeron began in February, with multiple tips to the state's Internet Crimes Against Children task force. A Washington County Judge issued a secret indictment and Bergeron was arrested last week.

Suspected Stalker Arrested

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(Hillsboro, OR) -- Washington County Sheriff's detectives want to hear from victims of a man who allegedly stalks women and children. Sixty-four-year-old Edward Wilson is accused of following women home in his vehicle and then parking in their driveway. He leaves after being confronted. Detectives developed probable cause for arresting Wilson for stalking five women and one child. His vehicles include a 1977 Chevy pickup, a 2017 BMW, and a U-Haul pickup. Anyone who was stalked in a similar way should contact the Washington County Sheriff's Office.

Chinook Landing Fatal Shooting

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(Fairview, OR) -- One person was killed in a shooting at the Chinook Landing Marine Park in Fairview early Thursday. Around 12:30 a.m., several people called 911 to report gunfire. Deputies searched the area and found one person who was dead. No arrests have been made. Investigators say they don't believe there is a threat to the public.

Kotek Terminates Data Center Property Sale

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(Salem, OR) -- Governor Tina Kotek is pulling the plug on a planned data center in southeast Salem. It would have been built on 32 acres at the Mill Creek Corporate Center. Kotek didn't give specific reasons for the decision, only that it reflects her commitment to ensuring state assets are managed in a manner that advances Oregon's long-term interests. She says growth needs to make sense for the community, infrastructure, and natural resources.

Portland Shooting Kills One, Injures Five

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(Portland, OR) -- One person was killed and five were injured in a shooting early Sunday at a northeast Portland house. Officers found two people injured. Four other people were taken to hospitals in private vehicles. An 18-year-old man died. A teenager was injured along with four other adults. Police believe there were several people in the house when the shooting happened and they left before police arrived. Rounds were fired over multiple blocks. Detectives are asking for witnesses to contact them.

Oregon Wildfires Set New Record

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(Salem, OR) -- Oregon is experiencing a record-setting wildfire season. The fires have burned nearly two-million acres, which surpasses the record set in 2024. The historic Flag Point Lookout was destroyed by the Grasshopper Fire. It was built in 1924 and re-built in 1973. It continued to be staffed. Last week, firefighters cleared vegetation around it and wrapped the structure, but the fire made it un-safe to remain on the lookout was destroyed. The Grasshopper Fire has burned 26-thousand acres.

Corrections Facilities Need Better Language Identification

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(Salem, OR) -- An audit by the Oregon Secretary of State finds Department of Corrections facilities don't always identify people who can't speak English. It results in people receiving worse care. It also includes the Oregon Youth Authority. The audit recommends identifying language needs when a person enters the system, making translation available in health care settings and embedding language accessibility throughout facilities. Both agencies agreed with all of the recommendations.

Lloyd Center's Final Week

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(Portland, OR) -- The more than 60-year-old Lloyd Center Mall in Portland will close this Saturday and several activities are planned for the final week. They include Prom on Ice this Friday evening, where skaters will wear formal attire and vintage prom dresses. There are several events on Saturday, August 8th, including a community walk through the mall, a bike ride and a final skate for Jerry and Tally Leonard. They skated every week at Lloyd Center for nearly 60 years. Lloyd Center dot com has more details.