Police detain driver who accelerated toward protesters at Portland State University in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Police said Thursday they detained the driver of a white Toyota Camry who briefly accelerated toward a crowd of…
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Wyden, colleagues introduce bills to extend drought relief, water monitoring programs
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senators Ron Wyden, D-Ore., John Hickenlooper, D-Colo., and Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., have introduced two bipartisan bills that…
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12 arrested, including 4 students, as Portland police clear Portland State University library
Officers arrested 12 people, including four Portland State University students, Thursday morning during an operation to clear the PSU library…
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At least 15 Portland police training vehicles destroyed or damaged by arsonist; tips sought
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At least 15 Portland Police training vehicles were damaged or destroyed by an arsonist early Thursday, the agency said.…
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Wyden, Senate colleagues reintroduce legislation to end federal cannabis prohibition, say ‘vast majority of Americans’ agree
WASHNGTON (KTVZ) — Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY), Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (D-OR), and Senator Cory Booker…
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Appeals court rejects climate change lawsuit by young Oregon activists against US government
By GENE JOHNSON Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — A federal appeals court panel on Wednesday rejected a long-running lawsuit brought by young…
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Oregon PUC holds hearing on Pacific Power’s nearly 22% rate hike request; public has until mid-June to weigh in
The Oregon Public Utility Commission hosted a virtual event for the public Tuesday evening to comment on Pacific Power’s proposal to increase to…
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Chavez-DeRemer backs House-passed bill to protect Jewish students, decries ‘antisemitic protests,’ including PSU’s
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) –The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act (H.R. 6090), which would help ensure…
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About 50 student protesters vacate Portland State University library after deal reached, but some remain
PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW/KTVZ) — A group of pro-Palestinian protesters who are occupying Portland State University’s library rejected a deal early…
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‘The days of reefer madness are coming to an end’: Wyden applauds reports the DEA will reschedule cannabis
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., released the following statement Tuesday on reports that the Drug Enforcement Administration will…
Continue ReadingBinance founder is sentenced to 4 months in prison on money-laundering violations
By Allison Morrow, CNN New York (CNN) — Changpeng Zhao, the founder of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, was sentenced on Tuesday…
Continue ReadingIdaho man accused of kicking a bison at Yellowstone National Park is injured and arrested
By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — A man accused of kicking a bison in the leg at Yellowstone National Park while under the influence of alcohol was…
Continue Reading Portland State University closes campus after pro-Palestinian protesters broke into library
PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW/KTVZ) — Portland State University announced Tuesday morning that it has closed its campus downtown after pro-Palestinian…
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Interior Department proposes offshore wind energy sales off Oregon coast, in Gulf of Maine
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — In what the Biden-Harris administration called “another step to support the growing momentum across America for a clean…
Continue ReadingGraffiti-fighting drones being tested in Washington state
By Drew Reeves Click here for updates on this story OLYMPIA, Washington (KPTV) — The Washington State Department of…
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Wyden, Markey say automakers provide detailed location info to police without a warrant, rarely tell car owners
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Sens. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and Edward Markey, D-Mass., requested the Federal Trade Commission investigate major automakers for…
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A massive Powerball win draws attention to a little-known immigrant culture in the US
By CLAIRE RUSH and GENE JOHNSON Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Cheng “Charlie” Saephan wore a broad smile and a bright blue sash…
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As Wildfire Awareness Month arrives, ODF officials remind that 70% of blazes are started by people
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – May is Wildfire Awareness Month. Oregon experiences its heaviest wildfire activity during the summer months, but fires occur…
Continue ReadingBinance founder Changpeng Zhao sentenced to 4 months for allowing money laundering
By GENE JOHNSON Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, faces…
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Reminder: Tuesday is the deadline to register to vote in the May primary or to update your info, register with a party
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tuesday is the deadline to register to vote in the May 21 primary election. It’s also the deadline to register with a…
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