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Vancouver police arrested Maurice Holmes, a suspected child predator, on multiple charges related to child exploitation. During the arrest, officers discovered ten dead cats and several more living in hazardous conditions, leading to additional animal cruelty charges. The Humane Society is responding to a cat emergency and waiving adoption fees to help find homes for the rescued animals.
Multnomah County allows addiction and behavioral health specialists to refer patients to its sobering services, expanding access beyond law enforcement. The county aims to increase utilization of the 13 beds at its Southeast Portland center, which have seen only 26 users since opening in April. County officials partnered with five organizations to facilitate referrals for individuals unable to care for themselves due to substance impairment.
A Tillamook County Grand Jury indicted John Dennie Johnson, 64, on June 18, 2025, on twelve felony charges related to sexual abuse of juveniles. Johnson, arrested on June 20, faces severe allegations, including multiple counts of sexual abuse and rape, and is currently held on $600,000 bail. Investigators emphasize the importance of protecting the victims' privacy throughout the legal process.
In-person services at Portland's Development Services Center will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, requiring pre-scheduled appointments. The online permit portal will undergo maintenance on June 30, rendering it unavailable from 4:30 to 7 p.m. for fee updates.
In-person services at Portland's Development Services Center are available only on Tuesdays and Thursdays, requiring pre-scheduled appointments. The online permit portal, Development Hub PDX, will undergo maintenance on June 30, temporarily halting services during the update.
In-person services at Portland's Development Services Center are available on limited hours, requiring pre-scheduled appointments. The online permit portal will be down for updates on June 30, affecting both the portal and the Interactive Voice Response system. Customers can submit applications under current fees until the deadline.
The Development Services Center in Portland offers in-person services on Tuesdays and Thursdays, requiring pre-scheduled appointments. Additionally, the online permit portal, Development Hub PDX, will be unavailable for updates on June 30 while customers can submit applications under current fees until that date.
Two young girls died in a three-car crash on Highway 101 in Clatsop County on Thursday afternoon. The accident involved a Toyota Tacoma pickup that crossed into oncoming traffic, colliding head-on with a Honda CR-V and a Nissan Rogue, resulting in serious injuries to three adults and the fatalities of the two girls. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Thirty-two maltipoo dogs were rescued from unsanitary conditions in Bonney Lake, Washington, after their owner relinquished them to animal control. The dogs were taken to the Humane Society of Tacoma & Pierce County, where they are now in foster homes and will soon be available for adoption. This intake adds to the shelter's existing population of 80 dogs and 468 cats during its busiest season.
Sofia Nava Ulacio, a 21-year-old Portland Community College graduate, overcame significant hardships in Venezuela to pursue her dreams in music. With a 4.0 GPA and recognition from her professors, she has inspired others through initiatives like the Rock Creek Choir Club. Nava Ulacio will continue her education at Lewis and Clark College on a full-ride scholarship.