Freak wreck totals three cars, in Argay Terrace
Exactly why the driver of his car lost control remains unclear – but the result of this mighty crash is amazing. Take a look, and see why officials say they are surprised that no one was badly injured …
Slough luncheon provides fun facts – and food
If you missed this neat event on the Columbia Slough, there’s more fun coming up on Saturday! Take a look …
Volunteers tame overgrown back yard for new homeowner
See how the Proud Ground organization helps folks do more than just change from renters into homeowners. It’s pretty cool how they installed an ‘urban farm’ for this outer East Portland resident …
Marshall students swell Franklin High School campus
Find out how many Marshall Campus area students are now attending Franklin and Madison high schools – and, what the forced school transfer means to one former Marshall student …
House fires keep crews hopping, during holiday weekend evening
Even while most folks were taking a three-day vacation, Portland Fire & Rescue crews were on duty, fighting fires – almost back to back. We have the photos …
Traffic cops clamp down on school-zone speeders
It’s not because they like writing tickets, police officers frown. Find out why – if you speed through a school zone – you’re likely to drive away with a huge fine …
Elderly driver launches SUV into 7-Eleven store
See why it was lucky that no one was injured in this odd crash …
Groundbreaking signals construction under way for Portland Immigrant Statue site
Portland Immigrant Statue unveiling and Parkrose centennial celebration set October 1
Riding with ‘Cop #1’: A veteran officer responds to a crime – and we were there when he makes the arrest
In part two of our in-the-cruiser, on-patrol interview – you’ll witness “Cop #1” at work, from reported crime to the arrest. . .
‘Park party’ in Gateway demonstrates hope for future development
While the vacant land hardly looks like a park now, see why volunteers held a delightful summertime event on the property that neighbors hope will – someday – become Gateway’s first park …