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July 14

Mountain biker missing in Oregon, prompting search and rescue mission: authorities

A mountain biker was reported missing in Oregon after not returning home from a biking trip in Mount Hood, leading to a search and rescue mission.

July 9

Video shows teens’ adventure turn frightening near popular tourist destination

Two teenagers and a firefighter were airlifted to safety by Coast Guard helicopter after becoming stranded on a dangerous Oregon cliffside at Roads End Point.

July 9

Riley Gaines-Simone Biles feud inspired Oregon girls to sue their state over trans athlete laws

Oregon teens Maddie Eischen and Sophia Carpenter file lawsuit against state transgender athlete policies after forfeiting competition.

July 8

ICE agents targeted in 2 ambush attacks in recent days

ICE agents faced armed attacks in Texas, including a Fourth of July ambush where assailants in military-style clothing shot a police officer in the neck.

July 3

Ex-NBA player Ben McLemore found guilty of rape after 11-day Oregon trial

Ex-NBA player Ben McLemore was convicted on rape charges in Oregon after a jury trial. Prosecutors said the victim was assaulted while unconscious after heavy drinking.

July 2

Federal judge orders Mexican migrant seeking asylum to be released by ICE

A federal judge in Oregon has ordered the release of Mexican migrant who had been held in an ICE detention facility for nearly a month after agents arrested him moments after a routine asylum hearing.

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

June 19

Oregon House hosts live drag performance to open session in honor of Pride Month

The Oregon House of Representatives’ session began on Wednesday with two Black drag queen performers lip-synching to songs by Aretha Franklin and Beyonce.

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.

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.