Fresh melons provide fun and enrichment for animals big and small Jozi, a member of the zoo’s rhino family, is especially known for her unique watermelon-squishing skills. Photo by Michael Durham, courtesy of Oregon Zoo. Best squishes! August 3 was National Watermelon Day, and the animals at the Oregon Zoo are enjoying the day in crunchy style. From elephants to orangutans, a variety of zoo residents joined in on the fun with a fresh watermelon feast. The watermelons aren’t

OES Student Finds Her Voice Through Her Mentor Jayda Boston and Maria Mclvor. (Photo Credit: Mitch Forness, OES photographer) Jayda Boston didn't arrive at OES knowing she wanted to make community engagement a central part of her life. That commitment took shape over several years through conversations with nonprofit leaders, student-led fundraisers, and countless opportunities to learn how meaningful change begins with listening. Much of that growth occurred under the guidan

Students showcase research and storytelling skills on a national stage Equality in History Winners (Credit-Laura-Wilson) Thirty-eight Oregon students traveled to the University of Maryland this summer to compete in the National History Day® (NHD®) Contest, joining nearly 3,000 students from across the United States in one of the nation's premier history education competitions. Representing 21 projects, Oregon students showcased original documentaries, exhibits, papers, perfor

Coach Cleatis Goodlow For over 50 years, Cleatis served as more than a coach. He was a mentor, father figure, and community leader for countless young athletes in North and Northeast Portland. Born in 1942 in Galesburg, Illinois, Cleatis served in the United States Navy during the 1960s before moving to Portland in the 1970s. In Portland, he began a remarkable five-decade coaching career, driven by genuine passion for the game and unwavering commitment to young people, rather

Police requesting additional information from the public about what took place Photo courtesy of PPB Portland police responded to reports of a shooting at a large house party attended by more than 100 people. Officers arrived about 10 minutes after the first 911 call, found a chaotic scene, and located two injured victims, one of whom received a tourniquet before being taken to the hospital. Four additional victims arrived at hospitals in private vehicles. An 18-year-old man

Authorities say they believe the violence was gang-related People hold smartphone with flash light during the vigil for victims the day after a shooting at Seattle Center during the Bite of Seattle food festival, Monday, July 27, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) (AP) — Preliminary testing showed the bullets that killed two bystanders during a shootout at a crowded Seattle food festival last weekend didn’t come from the gun a 15-year-old arrested at the scene was se

OnPoint is matching donations during the KGW School Supply Drive Photo courtesy of OnPoint Community Credit Union OnPoint Community Credit Union will begin accepting school supply donations during the month of August to help local teachers and students. The credit union will distribute donations with the help of Schoolhouse Supplies, a local nonprofit that provides free school supplies to under-resourced students and classrooms across the Portland area. OnPoint will also give

Crews contained a four-alarm fire at the vacant Pearl District 116-year-old 8-story former warehouse on fire (Photo courtesy of PF&R) At 3:50 PM on 08/02/2026 Portland Fire & Rescue responded to a commercial fire in the 1300 Block of NW Naito Parkway in the Pearl District. The incident rose to 4th alarm assignment placing nearly 100 members of PF&R on scene addressing the emergency. Nearly 2 hours after the incident was considered under control with many companies released t

Metro offers tips for safer summer fun Life Jacket Kiosk (Courtesy Metro-RS) With temperatures rising across the region, many people are heading to lakes and rivers to cool off. Metro is issuing a reminder to practice water safety when they do so. “We want people to have fun and to enjoy this region’s natural beauty, and we also want them to stay safe,” said Metro Parks and Nature director Jon Blasher. “Even good swimmers can get into trouble in open water.” During the summer

Creating opportunities for children and families to thrive Angela Benson, founder and owner of Ladybugs Childcare, Ladybugs Childcare 2 and Ladybugs Academy. For Angela Benson, caring for children is more than a career—it’s a calling. As the founder and owner of Ladybugs Childcare, Ladybugs Childcare 2, and Ladybugs Academy in Portland, Oregon, Angela has dedicated her life to creating safe, nurturing, and enriching environments where children can thrive while families feel s

Portland officials meet to discuss Moda Center renovation Portland Trail Blazers new owner Tom Dundon speaks during a news conference April 2, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File) (AP) — Representatives from the Trail Blazers met with Portland city councilors on Thursday to discuss a new lease and the commitment of public funds to renovate the aging Moda Center. The public work session comes amid the contentious negotiations over the $600 million renovation pro

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Equal Housing Opportunity Equal Housing Opportunity Wait List Openings Notice is hereby given that Vancouver Housing Authority will open the following HUD Multi-Family waitlist on Tuesday August 4, 2026 through August 26, 2026. Crown Villa: HUD Multi-Family Located at 1529 Division St. Camas, WA 98607 These 1-bedroom units are in non-smoking buildings that are designated for person(s) age 62 and older. This split‑level property does not have an elevator, which may pre

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Riders encouraged to plan ahead A person with groceries approaches a TriMet bus (Photo courtesy of TriMet) TriMet is urging riders to plan ahead and prepare for big changes coming to our transit system beginning Sunday, Aug. 23. Their website – trimet.org – has been updated to include the adjustments we are making this year to help address our current $158 million long-term budget deficit. The adjustments affect 33 bus lines and the MAX Green Line. They bring changes for tho

Allen Temple hosts annual awards luncheon Allen Temple C.M.E Church (Photo courtesy of Allen Temple C.M.E. Church via Facebook) The Allen Temple C.M.E Church family would like to invite you to attend their annual “Unsung Heroes & Heroines Award luncheon on September 19th, 2026, at 1:30 pm at Allen Temple C.M.E Church 4236 NE 8th Ave Portland, OR 97211. Rev Dr. LeRoy Haynes Jr. is the Senior Pastor of Allen Temple C.M.E Church and Presiding Elder of both the Oregon/Washington

Prayer and song marked his scheduled ICE appointment Photo courtesy of Augustana Lutheran Church On Thursday, July 16, Augustana staff member, seminarian, and Executive Director of the VIVA Inclusive Migrant Network at Augustana, Francisco Aguirre, was summoned to check in at the ICE detention center at 4310 South Macadam Ave. Mr. Aguirre was accompanied into ICE by Pastor Knutson and his lawyer, as had been their custom over the years. Supporters were contacted that week,

New analysis projects higher premiums in 2027 A man walks by an healthcare insurance office in Hialeah, Fla., July 27, 2017, (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, File) AP — Middle-income Americans straining to pay for Affordable Care Act health insurance are unlikely to get relief next year, according to a new analysis that shows insurers in the marketplace are proposing a second straight year of double-digit premium hikes. Across the 77 insurers in the ACA program that have submitted rate f

An 18-year-old’s death and a family’s search for answers Updated photo provided by the family in July 2026 shows Nolan Xavier Wells with his mother, Christine Wonsley. (family photo via AP) AP - Family and supporters of Nolan Xavier Wells gathered in a Mississippi church Monday to mourn and celebrate the 18-year-old, whose death following a July 4 boat trip with friends has captured national attention and prompted calls for an independent investigation. The Rev. Al Sharpton

Meadowlark Place to Deliver 104 Affordable Homes in Beaverton From left: Christopher Ibeling (CPAH), Stephen McMurtrey (DCM Communities), Kevin Peterek (Banner Bank), US Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, Kemp Shuey (Community Action), Oregon Senator Kate Lieber, Bryan Guiney (HUD), Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty, Jilian Saurage Felton (CPAH), Rachael Duke (CPAH), Washington County Chair Kathryn Harrington, Metro Councilor Gerritt Rosenthal Community Partners for Affordable Housin

Tours spotlight Black history across Oregon Mariah Rocker leading the Black History Tour of Albina, Dawson Park. (Credit: Oregon Black Pioneers) It’s not too late to join one of Oregon Black Pioneers’ Black History Walking Tours! From Portland’s Albina neighborhood all the way down to Jacksonville, Oregon Black Pioneers’ popular public walking tours highlight locations connected to each area’s African American history. Each tour explores places tied to historic Black-owned b

A new space for healing, wellness, and resilience REAP Celebrates Opening of New Behavioral Health Clinical Building, Expanding Culturally Responsive Care for Youth and Families REAP celebrated the grand opening of its new Behavioral Health Clinical Building today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, bringing together community leaders, healthcare partners, supporters, families, and advocates to celebrate a significant milestone in expanding culturally responsive, trauma-informed

US gas prices back up to an average of $4 a gallon as Iran war heats up Gas pumps are seen at a gas station in Buffalo Grove, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) AP — U.S. gas prices jumped to an average of $4 a gallon again Monday as the U.S. and Iran launched more attacks. According to motor club federation AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is now back to $4. The average price a year ago was $3.14 a gallon. The price is a national average

Concerts, movies and more return to Portland parks 2025 Movies in the Park (Photo courtesy of Portland Parks & Recreation) Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is rolling out another season of its Summer Free For All events for 2026, including the return of the East Portland Summer Arts Festival. The two-day festival and all the popular free summer programs are made possible by the voter-approved Parks Local Option Levy (2025 Parks Levy) as well as support from community partne

Corrections Chief Deputy Vera Pool is honored for her decades of service during her retirement ceremony. Her career began in 1970. (Photo courtesy of Antonio Harris Photography) The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office proudly celebrated the retirement of Corrections Chief Deputy Vera Pool, who’s extraordinary 56-year career leaves an enduring legacy of service leadership, and dedication. Chief Deputy Pool began her career with the Sheriff's Office in 1970 as a corrections offic

Clients at risk of deportation and financial loss Gabriel Martinez Garcia, 30 holds a Bible close to his chest. (AP Photo/Akash Pamarthy) AP - An attorney in Washington state promised “miracles” to tens of thousands of immigrants seeking legal status in the United States. Instead, Alexandra Lozano created fake stories of domestic abuse and human trafficking to apply for humanitarian visas without her clients’ knowledge, according to several lawsuits and a legal ethics investi

New vice president will oversee equity and student services Dr. Rashida Willard (Photo courtesy of Mt. Hood Community College) Mt. Hood Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rashida Willard as MHCC Vice President for Equity and Student Services, effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Willard brings a deep commitment to student success, equity, and inclusivity. Throughout the search process, she demonstrated thoughtful leadership, a strong understanding of the d

Blackberry harvest event aims to restore Ross Island Photo courtesy of PortlandFruit.org The Portland Fruit Tree Project is inviting the community to help remove invasive Himalayan blackberries while supporting efforts to restore Ross Island during its second annual "If You Can't Beat 'Em, Eat 'Em!" harvest and eradication campaign on July 25. The event combines blackberry harvesting, paddling and environmental stewardship, encouraging participants to safely forage the invasi

Helping families return to North and Northeast Portland Left to right, Steven Holt, Chair of the N/NE Oversight Committee, and Strong Family members: Rekah Strong, Dr. Jackie Strong, Catherine Rhodes, and Jessie Bea Strong At the prominent intersection of North Alberta St. and Williams Ave. in Portland’s Humboldt neighborhood, The Luther Strong Jr. and Dr. Jackie Strong Empowerment Village is opening its doors. It’s the fourth addition to the Alberta Alive series of affordabl

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Micah Nori Takes Over as Trail Blazers Head Coach Micah Nori, the lead assistant coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, directs play during the first half in Game 3 of the NBA basketball Western Conference finals against the Dallas Mavericks, May 26, 2024, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File) (AP) - Micah Nori was told by several NBA teams that he was their No. 2 choice to be head coach before the Portland Trail Blazers finally gave him his chance at No. 1. A 28-year journe

Blackberry Harvest Event Aims to Restore Ross Island Photo Courtesy of PortlandFruit.org The Portland Fruit Tree Project is inviting the community to help remove invasive Himalayan blackberries while supporting efforts to restore Ross Island during its second annual "If You Can't Beat 'Em, Eat 'Em!" harvest and eradication campaign on July 25. The event combines blackberry harvesting, paddling and environmental stewardship, encouraging participants to safely forage the invasi

Helping Families Return to North and Northeast Portland Left to right, Steven Holt, Chair of the N/NE Oversight Committee, and Strong Family members: Rekah Strong, Dr. Jackie Strong, Catherine Rhodes, and Jessie Bea Strong At the prominent intersection of North Alberta St. and Williams Ave. in Portland’s Humboldt neighborhood, The Luther Strong Jr. and Dr. Jackie Strong Empowerment Village is opening its doors. It’s the fourth addition to the Alberta Alive series of affordab

Centennial Event Honors Portland Landmark Photos courtesy of Multnomah County On Saturday, May 30, 2026, Multnomah County hosted a once in a lifetime celebration for the 100th birthday of the Burnside Bridge. The family friendly Burnside Bridge Centennial Celebration featured kid focused activities, interactive exhibits and storytelling highlighting key moments, from the bridge's opening in 1926 to the Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge Project. There were no cars or trucks pas

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