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August 28, 2023

Oregon GOP senators sue to run for reelection following walkout that led to their disqualification

Several Republican senators, who became disqualified from reelection by accruing too many unexcused absences during a six-week legislative walkout, are now suing.

August 27, 2023

Oregon inmate accused of kidnapping, locking woman in cinder block cell tries to escape jail

An Oregon man in jail for allegedly kidnapping and locking a woman up in a cell made of cinder blocks attempted to escape the facility by breaking a window, deputies claim.

August 25, 2023

Famous elephant celebrates his 15th birthday with pool party at Oregon Zoo: See the adorable photos

Fans of Samudra, an Asian elephant at the Oregon Zoo, are wishing the pachyderm a happy birthday as the young mammal turns 15. Take a look at his pool party.

August 25, 2023

Portland serial killer dies at home after sentence of just probation

Portland's Homer Lee Jackson III killed three women and a 14-year-old girl between 1983 and 1993, went undetected until 2015 and walked free in a plea deal.

August 23, 2023

Oregon law allows healthcare facilities to return amputated body parts for cultural and spiritual reasons

In Oregon, healthcare facilities will now be allowed to return amputated body parts to patients, motivated by cultural, spiritual, or religious convictions.

August 22, 2023

Some US states reject federal money aimed at replacing dangerous lead pipes

The U.S. has offered funds to help states remove dangerous lead pipes. However, some states, which may not want to take out separate loans to find the pipes, have rejected the offer.

August 21, 2023

Portland pays out thousands to former city official who railed against police

The city of Portland, Oregon, has agreed to pay its former "defund the police" city commissioner $5,000 to settle its portion of a suit that accuses cops of leaking false information.

August 21, 2023

Oregon predator used social media to lure 'single women with young daughters,' assault them: police

Antonio Arredondo, a registered Oregon sex offender, allegedly used social media to lure “single women with young daughters" and assault them, according to authorities.

August 21, 2023

More torrential rain coming for California, Nevada as Hilary triggers flood warnings, water rescues

California and Nevada are expected to face several inches of rain on Monday as Hilary, now a post-tropical cyclone, continues to hit the U.S.

August 20, 2023

‘This is the Wild West’: Long police wait times in major cities leave victims feeling helpless

Emergency response times are getting longer in major cities, frustrating police and victims. "This is the Wild West," one man said after his friend's attack.