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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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Former Secretary Pushes Data Centers | Portland News
Former Secretary of Labor and Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer is now a senior advisor at Think Big, pushing for nationwide data center construction as key…
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Oregon’s Wildfire Crisis and What Must Change | Portland News
Oregon’s wildfire season is turning catastrophic, with the Big Grass fire now the state’s largest ever, burning over 100,000 acres and choking communities with…
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Former OHSU CEO Sues Over Whistleblower Retaliation | Portland News
Former OHSU CEO Tarek Salaway is suing the health system for $15 million, accusing them of discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination after he…
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Portland’s Big Moves and Wildfires | Portland News
Portland’s Moda Center could get a $400M luxury makeover if city council’s deal moves forward — but owners must pay rent and parking revenue or face delays…
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City’s PR Push vs. Shelter Scandal | Portland News
Portland’s Urban Alchemy nonprofit, managing key homeless shelters, is facing a firestorm of over 150 complaints—ranging from staff drug use to sexual…
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Amber Alert: Baby Marcello Missing in WA | Portland News
A seven-month-old baby, Marcello Martinez, is missing in Washington State after being taken by his 37-year-old father, Raul Martinez, early Sunday morning…
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Austin Laughlin Pleads Guilty in ICE Protest Fire | Portland News
Austin Laughlin, 25, has pleaded guilty to arson and reckless burning after igniting fires during a June 2025 protest outside an ICE building—his act of…
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Greg Smith Faces $12K Ethics Fine | Portland News
Oregon’s longest-serving state rep, Greg Smith, is slapped with a $12,000 ethics fine for abusing his power as executive director of the Columbia Development…
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Data Centers Pay Back Their Communities | Portland News
Congresswoman Andrea Salinas just dropped a bold new bill to make tech giants pay back their communities: the Data Center Community Reinvestment Act. It taxes…
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Oregon Wildfires: Progress Amid Danger | Portland News
Oregon’s wildfire crisis is easing in some areas but remains dangerously active elsewhere. Sixty-five fires burn across the state, charring nearly two million…
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Shooting in Vancouver Leaves Mysteries | Portland News
Shooting in Vancouver Leaves Mysteries | Portland News
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Big Ten Dominates Preseason Rankings | Portland News
Ohio State and Oregon just claimed the top two spots in the AP preseason rankings, marking the first time since 1959 that the Big Ten has owned both No. 1 and…
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Centennial Mills Demolition Live | Portland News
Centennial Mills warehouse in Northwest Portland is finally being demolished after a fiery collapse — and it’s not just about the smoke. Over 100 years old…
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Cost of Living Crisis Hits Middle Class | Portland News
Inflation’s crushing middle-class budgets: A new SmartAsset report reveals that living comfortably in the U.S. now demands staggering incomes—$90K–$100K for a…
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Grasshopper Fire Ravages Oregon Communities | Portland News
The Grasshopper Fire in Oregon is a wildfire monster, devouring nearly 90,000 acres and destroying homes as it races toward residential areas fueled by…
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Rural Oregon Families Face Hunger Crisis | Portland News
In rural Oregon, families are facing a crisis as soaring grocery prices and slashed government aid force many to line up at food banks—not out of choice, but…
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Portland’s Hazardous Demolition | Portland News
Portland’s Pearl District is on edge as authorities prep for a high-stakes controlled demolition of the charred Centennial Mills warehouse — a 116-year-old…
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Administrative Bloat in Oregon Universities | Portland News
Oregon’s public universities are facing scrutiny as a new SEIU report reveals a troubling trend: since 2015, major schools have ballooned their administrative…
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Murphy Fired After Month Amid Staffing Crisis | Portland News
Oregon State Hospital just axed its new superintendent, Sean Murphy, after just one month — despite him prioritizing fixing chronic staffing shortages that…
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Oregon Governor Pushes SNAP Support | Portland News
Governor Tina Kotek is launching a bold new initiative to protect 38,000 Oregonians at risk of losing their SNAP benefits, rolling out the SNAP Training and…
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Basement Fire Displaces 11 in Vancouver | Portland News
A basement fire in Vancouver displaced 11 people, but thanks to quick action by firefighters, the blaze was contained before spreading. The American Red Cross…
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Portland’s Wild Soapbox Derby | Portland News
Thousands descend on Mt. Tabor Park for Portland’s wild and wacky Adult Soapbox Derby — a gravity-powered spectacle born in 1997 that’s grown into a citywide…
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Cooler Than Expected, But Warmth Returns | Portland News
Portland’s chilly spell may be ending—temps are set to climb back into the low to mid-eighties this week, though high pressure is stuck in place. Watch for a…
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Portland’s Centennial Mills Demolition Alert | Portland News
Portland’s about to bring down the Centennial Mills building in a big, controlled demolition—with sirens, a verbal countdown, and four loud bangs. Residents…
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Senator Assaulted at Public Forum | Portland News
A state senator was violently assaulted during a public forum—right in front of other lawmakers—sending shockwaves through the community and raising urgent…
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Kotek’s Re-Election Blueprint | Portland News
Governor Tina Kotek is preparing for a rematch against Christine Drazan, facing high-stakes challenges including wildfires, economic fallout from tariffs…
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States Sue Over Driver Data Privacy | Portland News
Oregon’s Attorney General is leading a major legal fight against the Trump administration over a demand for five years of sensitive driver data—including…
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Truck Flip on Highway 26 Bridge | Portland News
Truck Flip on Highway 26 Bridge | Portland News
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Basement Fire Displaces Eleven | Portland News
Basement Fire Displaces Eleven | Portland News
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Hurricane Lala Threatens Big Island | Portland News
Hurricane Lala barrels toward Hawaii’s Big Island as a Category 1 storm, threatening the first direct hit in over 150 years—with winds of 75 mph and torrential…
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Homeless Man Sues Granite Shop for $10M | Portland News
A homeless man claims he was shot multiple times by a store owner during a heated confrontation after breaking into a Portland granite shop seeking shelter —…
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East Portland’s Environmental Vulnerability | Portland News
A new study reveals East Portland as a climate vulnerability hotspot, where neighborhoods near I-205 face triple threats of flooding, heat, and…
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Motorcyclist Dies in Portland Crash | Portland News
A tragic crash on I-84 near Northeast Portland claims the life of 58-year-old motorcyclist Sean Mathews. Found unresponsive off-ramp near 122nd Ave just before…
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Hot Car Dogs Lead to Major Drug Bust | Portland News
Vancouver cops responded to a scorching August day to rescue two dogs left dying in a hot car—only to uncover a massive drug bust when they found ammo, a gun…
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Kettle Cuisine Soup Recall Alert | Portland News
Kettle Cuisine is recalling its Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit over a potential listeria contamination — a serious risk, especially for vulnerable groups…
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Teen Speaks Out Against Abuse | Portland News
A 37-year-old man in Marion County, Oregon, received a 56-month prison sentence after being convicted of multiple serious charges—including animal abuse and…
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Oregon’s Wildfire Crisis Deepens | Portland News
Oregon’s wildfire season is turning catastrophic, with 77 active fires—33 classified as large—and over 2.3 million acres already scorched this year. The Big…
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Mother Sues Over Gender-Inclusive School Bench | Portland News
A Portland mom is suing the school district after being banned from her child’s elementary school for a year over her objections to gender-inclusive curriculum…
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Portland Warehouse Demolition Amid Asbestos and Crime Scene | Portland News
The Centennial Mills warehouse in Portland’s Pearl District is finally being demolished after a fiery collapse last August, but this isn’t your typical…
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Portland Weekend: Skate, Soapbox & Comedy | Portland News
Portland’s buzzing this weekend with a wild mix of retro charm and fresh energy—skateboarding champs, soapbox derby madness, outdoor movie nights, puzzle…
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Dogs, Drugs, and Arrest in Vancouver | Portland News
In Vancouver, Washington, police broke into a sweltering car to rescue two overheated dogs—only to discover over five pounds of suspected meth and 250 grams of…
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Clear Skies, Wildfire Risk Looms | Portland News
Clear skies and steady temps in the Willamette Valley mean better air quality for now, but don’t breathe too easy—lightning storms brewing over the Cascades…
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I-5 Shutdown Hits Portland Hard | Portland News
Portland’s I-5 is shutting down for five weeks starting Sept 11—prepare for tripled travel times and major reroutes. Critical repairs, earthquake retrofits…
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Two Goats Ride TriMet Bus to Fame | Portland News
Two mischievous goats named Billy the Kid and Billy the Goat hijacked a TriMet bus in Southeast Portland, sparking a viral sensation with over 3 million views…
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Lightning Sparks Surge in Oregon Wildfires | Portland News
Central Oregon’s wildfire season just got a lot more dangerous as dry lightning storms sparked 11 new blazes Thursday alone—hundreds of strikes in gusty winds…
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Grasshopper Fire Tests Oregon’s Resolve | Portland News
A wildfire raging through Dufur, Oregon, is proving to be one of the most intense and challenging fires in decades, fueled by punishing afternoon winds that…
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Two Goats Hopped on a TriMet Bus | Portland News
Two mischievous seven-month-old goats in Southeast Portland slipped out of their yard, hopped on a TriMet bus, and became internet sensations—thanks to viral…
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Anne Gray’s Tragic End in Chile | Portland News
A compassionate Oregon woman, Anne Gray, was tragically stabbed and killed in Chile while living there since 2017 to raise her son Gael and embrace a new life…
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Tragic Pedestrian Fatality in Portland | Portland News
Tragic Pedestrian Fatality in Portland | Portland News
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Man Arrested for Luring Minor Online | Portland News
A man named Jeremy Tish has been arrested in Yamhill County on serious charges including luring a minor and attempting to use a child in a sexually explicit…
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Grasshopper Fire Forces Fair Pivot | Portland News
When the Grasshopper Fire forced the cancellation of Wasco County’s 4-H and FFA livestock show, it threatened months of hard work for young farmers raising…
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Providence Health Plan Closes Doors | Portland News
Providence Health Plan is shutting down at year’s end, leaving hundreds of thousands without coverage—and a Medicare Advantage program for 60,000 seniors is…
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Demolition of Portland’s Burning Building | Portland News
Portland’s iconic Centennial Mills is set for demolition after a fiery August blaze, with Staton Companies chosen to safely bring down the crumbling…
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Forged Docs, Stolen Car, Jail Time | Portland News
In a wild Oregon jailbreak scheme, 30-year-old Isaiah Andrew Mohr plotted to steal a sheriff’s impounded car—belonging to a woman who’d died in December…
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Tragic Collision in Southeast Portland | Portland News
A 47-year-old man, Asare Kofi, died in the hospital after being struck by a vehicle in southeast Portland. The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating…
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Tragic Crash on I-84 in Oregon | Portland News
A tragic crash on I-84 in Gilliam County, Oregon, left one man dead and an ODOT worker critically injured after a white Toyota Highlander plowed into their…
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Classified Staff Push for Fair Wages | Portland News
Oregon’s public university classified staff are locked in a tense standoff over wages, demanding raises tied to inflation to keep up with rising costs of…
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Bears in Campground Force Closure | Portland News
Bears near McMinnville are getting dangerously bold—mama and cub have been raiding campgrounds and acting aggressive, forcing the BLM to shut down Fan Creek…
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NW Metals Shut Down After Violating Court Order | Portland News
Portland’s NW Metals is shut down for good after a judge ruled they violated environmental permits tied to a 2021 court order — stemming from an eight-year-old…
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Man Arrested for Online Child Exploitation | Portland News
A man from Willamina, Jeremy Lee Tish, has been arrested in Yamhill County on serious charges for allegedly luring a minor online with intent to sexually…