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Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Portland News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Portland with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the city. From breaking updates to community developments, the show keeps you informed on what matters most in Portland, Oregon. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and citywide stories—produced by AI for speed, consistency…
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Cyclospora Outbreak: What You Need to Know | Portland News
Cyclosporiasis is surging across the U.S., with over 800 confirmed cases and another 1,500 under investigation — and it’s making people sick with brutal…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Across States | Portland News
A nasty parasite causing explosive diarrhea is spreading across 30+ states — but Oregon’s health officials say locals are safe, with no local cases tied to…
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First Climate Wrongful Death Lawsuit Moves Forward | Portland News
A landmark climate wrongful death lawsuit moves forward in Washington state, with the daughter of Juliana Leon suing major oil giants like ExxonMobil and…
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Teen Accused of Trafficking Two Minors | Portland News
An 18-year-old man is facing eight serious charges after two minors reported he was trafficking them—threatening them with violence and forcing them into sex…
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Oregon Wine Industry in Crisis | Portland News
Oregon’s wine industry is in deep trouble, with production down 25% and exports plummeting 29%—especially to Canada, down 83%. Worth $8.5 billion last year…
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Two Devastating Crashes in Portland | Portland News
Portland’s streets turned deadly late Monday night as two devastating crashes unfolded within minutes—claiming a motorcyclist’s life and leaving a pedestrian…
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Man Struck by Train in Columbia Gorge | Portland News
A man died early Tuesday morning after being struck by a Union Pacific train east of Dodson in the Columbia River Gorge. Authorities are still investigating…
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Portland Mayor, Mall Demolition, and Global Tensions | Portland News
Portland’s mayor faces a $526 fine for campaign finance mishaps, while his opponent sues the city over alleged bias; the historic Lloyd Center mall is set for…
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ICE Agent Shoots Man in Maine | Portland News
A 26-year-old Colombian immigrant, Joan Sebastian Guerrero, was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Maine while on his way to work—just days after a similar…
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Portland Crash Leaves Motorcyclist Dead | Portland News
Portland Crash Leaves Motorcyclist Dead | Portland News
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Baby Nearly Dies from Foil Ingestion | Portland News
In a heart-wrenching Portland case, two parents sentenced to 18 months in prison and five years probation after their baby nearly died from ingesting…
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WW Dominates AAN Awards with Nine Prizes | Portland News
Local paper WW dominated the AAN Awards, sweeping nine prizes including five first-place wins—more than any other outlet. Rachel Saslow’s frog-costume protest…
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Naked Man Accused of Kidnapping Girl | Portland News
A 31-year-old man, Daniel Vasey, pleaded not guilty to allegedly attempting to kidnap a 7-year-old girl near Portland’s waterfront—where he was reportedly seen…
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Regence Campus Closing Hurts North Portland Kids | Portland News
The Boys and Girls Club is shutting down its North Portland campus in just a month, leaving 50 kids without after-school programs and mentoring — a devastating…
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Smoke Drifts East, Cities Breathe Easier | Portland News
Smoke from the East Evans Creek Fire in southwest Oregon is being pushed east by wind patterns, sparing Portland and the Willamette Valley from the worst of…
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Measles Exposure at Oregon Hospitals | Portland News
Measles exposure alert at three Oregon hospitals—don’t ignore it. If you were at Providence’s Happy Valley Immediate Care on July 9th, or either of their ERs…
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Portland Police Bust Fentanyl Operation | Portland News
Portland police made a major drug bust last Friday, seizing over a pound of fentanyl and nearly $4,000 in cash near schools in Southeast Portland—two suspects…
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Fatal Crash in Northeast Portland | Portland News
Fatal Crash in Northeast Portland | Portland News
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North Portland Club Closes Amid Financial Strain | Portland News
A beloved North Portland Boys & Girls Club, serving kids for over 20 years, is shutting down next month due to soaring costs — a heartbreaking blow to families…
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Three-Car Pileup in Gresham | Portland News
Three-Car Pileup in Gresham | Portland News
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Oregon Supreme Court Lets Flavored Tobacco Ban Stand | Portland News
Oregon’s Supreme Court just sided with Multnomah County, letting its controversial flavored tobacco ban go into effect after four years of legal battles — a…
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Salem Cleans Up Encampments Amid Safety Concerns | Portland News
Salem and ODOT are rolling up their sleeves for another downtown cleanup, targeting trash and encampments along Front Street and under key bridges — but this…
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Measles Exposure Alerts in Portland | Portland News
Measles exposure alerts are live in Portland — three Providence locations had confirmed virus contact in early July. If you were there during those specific…
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Portland Police Struggle Under Staffing Crisis | Portland News
Portland’s police are stretched thin, with a 24% staffing drop on a recent Saturday leaving critical calls unanswered for minutes—like a terrifying waterfront…
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Teen Sets Grass Fire with Illegal Fireworks | Portland News
A 19-year-old in Beaverton got arrested after setting off illegal fireworks that sparked a grass fire—then ditched the scene before firefighters arrived…
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Portland’s Fleet Mechanics Get New Garage | Portland News
Portland’s aging Kerby Garage—century-old, unsafe, and crumbling—is finally being replaced with a state-of-the-art repair facility on Swan Island, set to open…
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Oregon Supreme Court Backs Local Flavored Tobacco Bans | Portland News
Oregon’s top court has shut the door on reviewing flavored tobacco bans, empowering counties to keep these products off shelves — a major win for public…
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Solar Panel Fire Averted by Quick Action | Portland News
A rooftop solar panel fire in Beaverton was narrowly averted thanks to a neighbor’s quick alert and the homeowner’s swift action—shutting off power before…
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Portland Street Takeovers Spark Chaos | Portland News
Portland erupted in chaos over the weekend as wild street takeovers drew hundreds, with over sixty cars doing donuts, firing fireworks, and blasting…
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Two Men Dead in Fourth of July Rollover | Portland News
Two men in their fifties died in a horrific Fourth of July rollover crash on a driveway in Clark County, Washington. Scott Russell, 59, and Walter Holmes, 57…
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Grass Fire on Tualatin Valley Highway | Portland News
A grass fire sparked by downed power lines erupted on Tualatin Valley Highway, forcing closures and detours—no injuries or building damage, but drivers should…
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Victory Chimes Sinks in New York Harbor | Portland News
A historic Maine schooner, the Victory Chimes, sank in New York Harbor on July 4th — a vessel with a storied past, from cargo hauler to passenger cruiser, even…
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Treatment Over Jail Struggles | Portland News
Multnomah County’s ambitious drug treatment diversion program, launched in 2024, is still struggling to attract participants despite millions invested. With…
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Portland Targets ICE Detention Overstay | Portland News
Portland’s city government is cracking down on the ICE facility on South Macadam Avenue, accusing it of routinely holding detainees past the legal 12-hour…
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El Niño Could Be Record-Breaking | Portland News
El Niño is turning into a monster — scientists say it’s not just sticking around, it’s getting stronger, with a 97% chance of lasting into 2027 and peaking as…
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Fire at Millersburg Wood Plant | Portland News
A fire broke out Friday night at a wood products plant in Millersburg, spreading through roof vents and air ducts, taking firefighters four hours to contain—no…
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Clark County Bans Outdoor Fires | Portland News
Clark County’s cracking down on outdoor fires starting July 15th to combat rising wildfire risks—except for controlled, supervised campfires in designated…
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Man Caught With 38 Pounds of Weed at Airport | Portland News
TSA agents at Portland International Airport bust a 24-year-old with over 38 pounds of weed in his checked bags—plus $5,000 in cash and matching luggage tags…
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Vault Heists, Guns, and Guilty Pleas | Portland News
Vaults busted, guns stolen, drugs seized — the Coos County crew got their final reckoning. Daniel Knapp walked away with 24 months in federal prison and three…
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Oregon State Hospital Wrongful Death Lawsuit | Portland News
A family sues Oregon State Hospital and state agencies for the death of Kenneth Hass, alleging years of neglect, abuse, and constitutional violations that led…
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Sunrise Shift: DST Forever in U.S.? | Portland News
The House could vote this week on the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide—ending the twice-yearly clock…
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Sunshine for Kids Act Proposed | Portland News
A new bipartisan bill, the “Sunshine for Our Kids Act of 2026,” proposes making standard time permanent nationwide—keeping winter clocks year-round for better…
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Heatwave Threat Looms for Pacific Northwest | Portland News
Get ready for a heatwave that’s heating up fast—Portland could hit 100 degrees for the first time this year next weekend, as a major high-pressure ridge rolls…
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Yarmouth Maine’s Walkable Dream | Portland News
Yarmouth, Maine, is throwing down at Clam Fest — a throwback celebration where kids ride bikes, neighbors watch out for each other, and landlines still do the…
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The Legend of Nutmeg the CVS Cat | Portland News
Meet Nutmeg, the legendary 19-year-old cat who turned a Portland CVS into his purr-fect kingdom—greeting customers, stealing hearts, and becoming an honorary…
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The Spirit of the STP | Portland News
Six thousand cyclists conquered the 207-mile Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic—the nation’s largest bike ride—marking the biggest turnout since pre-pandemic…
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Firefighters Battle Brush Fire Near South Santiam | Portland News
A small brush fire near the South Santiam River in Lebanon sparked Sunday evening, covering just over an acre—but that didn’t stop firefighters from deploying…
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Tragic Drowning in Columbia River | Portland News
A swimmer vanished beneath the surface of the Columbia River near Rooster Rock State Park Sunday afternoon, triggering an urgent search by multiple agencies…
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Portland’s July Violence Linked to Arrests | Portland News
Portland PD arrests 32-year-old Michael Herring Jr. in connection with two shootings and a robbery last week, with a second suspect, Jazman Moore, also taken…
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Tragic Fire Fatality in Gresham | Portland News
Tragic Fire Fatality in Gresham | Portland News
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Naked Suspect Arrested After River Escape | Portland News
A heart-stopping incident unfolded in Portland, Oregon, when a man tried to snatch a seven-year-old girl at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Her parents and…
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Senator Graham Dies at 71 | Portland News
Senator Lindsey Graham, the influential Republican foreign policy hawk and longtime Trump ally, has died at 71 from an aortic rupture linked to arterial…
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Fatal Crash in Portland's Hazelwood | Portland News
Fatal Crash in Portland's Hazelwood | Portland News
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Search Ongoing for Missing Man on Columbia River | Portland News
A man went underwater near Rooster Rock State Park on the Columbia River and hasn’t resurfaced — triggering a massive, multi-agency search involving sheriff’s…
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Tragic Death in Southeast Portland | Portland News
Tragic Death in Southeast Portland | Portland News
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Gresham Building Fire Claims Life | Portland News
A deadly fire erupted early Sunday in Gresham, claiming one life and sending flames roaring through a vacant commercial building with a history of arson and…
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Why No Islands on the West Coast | Portland News
Why the West Coast has no island paradise like the East Coast? It’s not laziness—it’s geology. The Pacific plate dives under North America, creating a steep…
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Naked Man Attempts Kidnap at Portland Park | Portland News
A naked man tried to kidnap a seven-year-old girl at Portland’s waterfront—grabbing her off her mom and lifting her off the ground—before bystanders and the…
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SWAT Called After Apartment Gun Threat | Portland News
A tense standoff erupted in Old Town Saturday night when cops responded to a gun threat inside an apartment—no one answered, forcing SWAT in and triggering a…
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Salmon Need Silence to Survive | Portland News
Salmon need silence to survive—new research reveals hatchery-raised fish exposed to constant noise are nearly half as likely to return to spawn, threatening…