Washington 1 day ago Judge orders release of migrant trans woman held in male section of ICE facility A Mexican trans migrant seeking asylum in the U.S. after allegedly being abducted and raped by cartel members has been ordered released from an all-male ICE detention facility.
Oregon 1 day ago Portland City Council considers how to boot ICE out of city facility Portland’s progressive-leaning city council is exploring ways to expel Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from a detention facility that has become a flashpoint for violent clashes between agents and radical agitators.
WNBA 2 days ago Portland WNBA franchise returns with revived name and will begin play in 2026 The WNBA announced Tuesday its new franchise will be named the Portland Fire, bringing back the name from when the WNBA had a team there from 2000-2002.
Portland July 8 Patriotic ICE officer replaces American flag after protesters burned existing banner at Portland facility Federal officer raises new American flag at Portland ICE facility after protesters burned the previous one during Independence Day riots that included assaults on agents.
Travel July 3 Nature views, therapy llamas and 'impeccable' bathrooms give boost to 'best' airports From Portland's therapy llamas to Detroit's LED tunnel, the top 10 U.S. airports offer regional delicacies, art installations and much more, a new study finds.
WNBA June 27 Portland's WNBA expansion team fires team president just two months into tenure: report The WNBA's Portland franchise reportedly fired it's first employee, president Inky Son, Thursday after hiring her on April 1, citing "growing pains."
Portland June 27 Suspected ICE facility attackers arrested in blue city, charged with assaulting federal officers Multiple suspects face charges after a violent riot near a Portland, Oregon, ICE center, where protesters allegedly threw objects, wielded knives and pointed lasers at federal officers.
Oregon June 26 Multiple arrests after violent mob attacks Portland ICE facility with fireworks and knives Rioters attacked Portland ICE facility with knives, Roman Candle fireworks and explosives, resulting in three arrests as DHS reports a 500% increase in assaults on immigration officers
Oregon June 19 Portland anti-ICE riot crushed by federal agents Federal agents used non-lethal munitions to shut down a large group of protesters blocking vehicles from entering and exiting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland.
Portland June 15 Multiple arrests near Portland ICE building after police declare riot Portland Police said the arrests on Saturday were related to "violent activity or property destruction" during a declared riot near an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility.
US June 14 Officers injured as Portland rioters breach ICE building with explosives and rocks Violent riot near Portland ICE facility leaves multiple officers injured as protesters break glass, forcibly enter building, and launch projectiles at federal law enforcement.
Sex Crimes June 10 High school teacher caught in undercover sting operation after explicit chats with 'teen girl' online: police Portland police charge high school teacher with luring a minor and online sexual corruption following undercover operation targeting online predators
Homicide January 27 Good Samaritan grocery shopper, dad killed while trying to stop teen robbery suspects Jonathan Trent was shot dead after trying to intervene in a grocery store robbery in Portland, Oregon. Two teenagers now face murder and robbery charges.
US protests January 22 Oregon protesters, feds settle lawsuit accusing law enforcement of excessive force in 2020 A group of racial justice protesters reached a settlement with the federal government after filing a lawsuit accusing agents of using excessive force in 2020.
Washington December 29 2 dead after search for Sasquatch in Washington national forest Two men searching for Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, over Christmas week were found dead in the forest in the state of Washington after not coming home.
Opinion November 15 Even Democrat voters rejected leftist policies and politicians in the most surprising places Democrat voters grew tired of spikes in crime and homelessness. They used the election to make a change in some of the most progressive places in the US. How did that happen?
Elections November 14 FBI says Washington, Oregon ballot box fire suspect still unknown, explosion seen on surveillance video A suspect in the ballot drop box fires that occurred in Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, before Election Day is still unknown.
Elections November 4 Trump vs. Harris: Cities across US board up ahead of election Business owners from Washington, D.C., to Portland, Oregon, are taking extra security measures by boarding up in fear of post-election riots and chaos.
Elections October 28 Fires at Oregon and Washington ballot boxes connected, police ID 'suspect vehicle': 'Attack on democracy' Police have released images of the suspect vehicle believed to be involved in two ballot box fires in Southeast Portland and Vancouver early Monday morning.
Voting October 28 'Incendiary device' sparks fire at Portland, Oregon ballot box A fire caused by an "incendiary device" erupted early Monday at a ballot box in Portland, Oregon, prompting an arson investigation from local police.
Portland October 12 Portland pushes back on progressive policies by resetting new city council Portland will be expanding the number of city council members and weakening the mayor’s power to push back on progressive policies ahead of the November election.
Media September 22 Portland Public Schools bars teachers from 'personal or political' classroom displays amid anti-Israel clash Portland Public Schools recently quietly adopted new guidelines requiring content displayed in the classroom to reflect the curriculum or school district.
Media August 28 Portland police to disband Property Crimes Unit, citing staffing issues: 'Not up to our authorized strength' The Portland, Oregon police department is dissolving its Property Crimes Unit amid staffing issues. The PCU investigated burglaries, stolen cars and organized retail crime.
Portland August 27 Blue city's drug recriminalization rollout includes jail for suspects caught at night or on weekends Oregon will recriminalize drugs on Sept. 1, but the delayed opening of a Portland-area deflection center leaves police with few places other than jail to take suspects.
Portland August 27 Cirque du Soleil performer falls to ground during Portland performance in front of audience An aerialist has been captured on video suffering a fall during a performance of "KOOZA" over the weekend at the Portland Expo Center in Oregon.
Homeless Crisis July 30 Jail refuses to book first person arrested under Portland's new homeless camping rules Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler said he was surprised and "disappointed" by jail's refusal to book a suspect arrested under the city's new camping restrictions.
HIV/AIDS July 13, 2024 2,400 Oregon hospital patients potentially exposed to HIV, hepatitis An anesthesiologist in Oregon may have exposed more than 2,400 people to infectious diseases such as hepatitis B and C, as well as HIV, which can become deadly.
Digital Originals July 4, 2024 Some Democrats call for changes to homeless camping laws as 'uncertainty' follows Supreme Court ruling Despite Supreme Court ruling giving cities more freedom to crack down on homeless camping, Oregon Democrats say state law is still blocking meaningful change.
OPINION June 24, 2024 These cities' feigned compassion making drug and homelessness crises worse Our homeless neighbors, especially our nation’s selfless veterans, don’t just need a house. They need help and resources that will lead to long-term success.
LIFESTYLE June 21, 2024 Shocking moment caught on video: Dog owner helps choking pet as doctor gives Heimlich tips A pet owner was spotted saving her dog after it choked on a piece of an apple. A veterinarian also weighed in on how to know when your pet is choking and what to do.