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Space aliens, 'tin hat lady' abound in Sherwood Elks' murder mystery dinner theater

A performance of “An Unearthly Demise” is set for March 4, at Sherwood Elks Lodge. Read moreSpace aliens, 'tin hat lady' abound in Sherwood Elks' murder mystery dinner theater

Got food scraps? Toss them in with the yard debris

Tigard, Sherwood, King City and Durham residents can now throw coffee grounds, bones and more into their grass clippings container. Read moreGot food scraps? Toss them in with the yard debris

Artful Autism's inclusive studio space to host open house this weekend

The open house will offer information on future events and feature February-themed crafts and refreshments. Read moreArtful Autism's inclusive studio space to host open house this weekend

Powerball ticket bought in Beaverton worth $1 million

A winning Powerball ticket worth $1 million was purchased in Beaverton on Saturday, Feb. 4, as the jackpot prize continues to grow. Read morePowerball ticket bought in Beaverton worth $1 million

Five takeaways from Kotek's budget proposals

She faces questions about state aid to schools and maintaining reserves in addition to her priorities for housing and homelessness, mental health and substance ab… Read moreFive takeaways from Kotek's budget proposals

High-tech dominates Oregon's economy, sparking worries as it wobbles

In Hillsboro and other Portland-area communities that have been riding the tech boom for decades, how long can the good times last? Read moreHigh-tech dominates Oregon's economy, sparking worries as it wobbles

Filing period begins Saturday for three Beaverton school board seats

In the second round of a near-total reshuffle of the Beaverton school board, none of the three incumbents say they plan on running for reelection, just two years … Read moreFiling period begins Saturday for three Beaverton school board seats

Three arrested following chase, manhunt in Washington County involving drone, K-9

Suspects from Beaverton, Cornelius and Hillsboro are facing charges after the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Hillsboro Police Department used a drone and tracking dog to find them in the dark.

Sherwood school board to decide on levy Feb. 8

A levy of $1.50 per $1,000 of assessed valuation would maintain current service levels, Sherwood School District officials say.

In first public appearance since crash, Bonamici presents $4M for Beaverton's Downtown Loop

The congresswoman, who suffered a concussion after she and her husband were hit by a car while crossing a street in Portland last month, says she is focused on improving pedestrian safety.

Washington County Sheriff’s Office seeks missing woman last seen in downtown Portland

Onedonna Inthavong was last seen in downtown Portland on Wednesday, Jan. 31.

Tigard land swap of River Terrace 2.0 approved by Metro

Tigard will get moving on planning for the next phase of River Terrace, which could add 4,500 new homes to the city. Construction isn't expected to start before 2026.

Kotek proposes $200 million for semiconductor plan

Governor: 'We take this opportunity seriously,' but she leaves it to lawmakers to fashion details early in the 2023 session to attract federal money.

Hillsboro Starbucks employees file for union election

Workers at a Hillsboro Starbucks have filed for a union election, becoming the 25th Oregon store to organize, according to a recent filing with the National Labor Relations Board.

Adrienne Nelson's nomination to U.S. judgeship advances again

Committee moves it to a vote of the full Senate, which failed to conclude action at the end of last year, when the 117th Congress expired.

Seafood eats, tech expansion and brewfests hit Beaverton, Hillsboro this month

Beaverton is soon to be home to a new seafood restaurant and a $1 billion expansion to a tech company, while Cedar Hills and Hillsboro have events in February to cap off Dry January.

E-bike borrowing is coming to Tigard

Portland General Electric is providing a $105,800 grant that will directly benefit a library e-bike pilot program.

Hillsboro police arrest man wanted for murder in Intel parking lot

Steven Milner, 55, of Clackamas County, was arrested on Jan. 31 on suspicion of murdering Kenneth Fandrich, 56, of Oregon City, an Intel contractor.

Chipotle eyes Tigard Towne Square location

It would be the second location in Tigard for the popular Mexican fast casual restaurant chain.

Intel sees more cuts after reporting 32% less revenue in fourth quarter

Intel has announced big cuts this year, including pay and benefit reductions, as the computer chip manufacturing giant attempts to right the ship after a series of dismal earnings reports.

Bethany Lake gas station gets go-ahead amid neighborhood concerns

A Washington County hearings officer has approved a proposed gas station near a Bethany-area wetland, a decision months in the making and continually protested by neighbors of Bethany Lake.

Owner of Hillsboro 'bikini coffee' drive-thru arrested, charged with sex abuse

The owner of a "bikini coffee" drive-thru stand in Hillsboro is facing 26 charges, including allegations of rape and sodomy.

Motorcyclist dies in crash on Murray Boulevard overpass

More details on the wreck or the deceased motorcyclist have not been released by the Beaverton Police Department as of 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1.

Cedar Hills New Seasons Market first suburban location to unionize

A New Seasons Market store in Beaverton is the latest in the chain to unionize, becoming the first in the Portland suburbs to do so.

Oregon's youngest-ever state senator wants to bring new energy to Legislature

Wlnsvey Campos, 27, is the only woman of color in the Oregon Senate at present. She's also the youngest person to serve as a state senator in Oregon's history.

New Robin Hood Plaza underway in Old Town Sherwood

The plaza is set for the former Robin Hood Theater site at Southwest Pine and First streets.

Oregon governor proposes spending to match her priorities

Gov. Tina Kotek's budget recommendations include more for housing and homeless, mental health, schools and child care.

Three Oregon state legislators weigh in on new legislative session

Three local Democratic legislators — two of them freshmen — met with constituents Saturday, Jan. 28, in King City for their first-ever joint town hall meeting, going over a roundup of their legislative endeavors thus far.

Counties would get new judgeships under pending bill

Washington County would get two, Clackamas County one in legislation that would add seven to the existing statewide total of 180.

Beaverton School District investigated complaints against teacher prior to sex abuse arrest

The Beaverton School District physical education teacher arrested earlier this month on sex abuse charges was questioned by the district about inappropriate behavior two years prior to the allegation that landed him in jail, according to new …

Come to the light: Portland Winter Light Festival draws thousands to downtown, neighborhoods

Through connections, Portland artists Tyler FuQua Creations, Fez BeGaetz and Ivan McLean have light art pieces installed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, of all places.

UPDATE: Severe weather shelters remain open Sunday night

With cold weather continuing, emergency warming shelters will remain open through the night of Sunday, Jan. 29 in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. TriMet is providing free transportation to the shelters.

Victim in Scholls murder-suicide unsuccessfully sought restraining order

"Restraining orders are ultimately just a piece of paper," said Geeta Paul, director of advocacy and empowerment at the Domestic Violence Resource Center.

U.S. Sen. Merkley applauds new efforts to expand journalism in Oregon

A bill to help struggling news organizations died in Congress in 2022; the Oregon Democrat says he’ll try again.

Oregon law enforcement leaders, elected officials react to police beating in Memphis

Throughout the region, Oregon officials decry the beating of Tyre Nichols and support the firing of five officers, who now criminal charges.

Beaverton police officer up for national award after saving man from burning vehicle

Officer Nicholas Jacobs, in the course of his duties with the Beaverton Police Department, rescued a man trapped in a burning car after an early-morning crash last summer.

Kotek praises prototype affordable mass timber modular homes

An innovative, environmentally-friendly affordable housing pilot project was celebrated inside a sprawling warehouse at the Port of Portland’s Terminal 2 on Friday, Jan. 27.

Garden Home group hopes to preserve wetland on Portland Golf Club property

A Garden Home nonprofit spurred by Portland Golf Club's plans to "destroy" a wetland along Fanno Creek Trail is asking the club to work with the community to find a better solution.

Hopewell: Portland-area’s only dedicated hospice house reopens its doors

More than $5 million was raised by the Friends of Hopewell House, after the facility closed in 2019.

Beaverton School District remains above state average for graduation rates

Beaverton School District graduated more students last year than the state average, though some high schools within the district far surpassed others.

Oregon celebrates second-highest graduation rate

Portland Public Schools beats state, county in on-time graduation rates

Woman awarded $1 million after racial discrimination at Tanasbourne gas station

Her filing states that before leaving the gas station, Rose Wakefield confronted the attendant, who responded, “I don’t serve Blacks,” and laughed at her.

Tunneling under Tualatin River to begin for water supply pipeline

A 2,000-foot tunnel under the Tualatin River will lay the groundwork — literally — for a future water supply for local cities.

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