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One person injured, PPB officer's boot hit by bullet in SE Portland shooting

A shooting incident in Southeast Portland resulted in one person being injured, with a Portland Police Bureau officer narrowly escaping injury as a bullet struck their boot. The event has raised concerns regarding public safety in the area. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

One person injured, PPB officer's boot hit by bullet in SE Portland shooting

A shooting incident in Southeast Portland resulted in one person injured, and a police officer's boot was struck by a bullet. This incident highlights ongoing issues of gun violence in urban areas and raises concerns regarding public safety.

"Children of Darkness and Light" Author Lori Hellis

Lori Hellis's new true crime book, "Children of Darkness and Light," delves into the chilling Lori Vallow case and the associated "doomsday murders." The work promises to provide an in-depth exploration of the events surrounding the case, enriching readers' understanding of this tragic narrative.

Stray bullet hits officer's boot in SE Portland shooting, one injured

A bullet struck a Portland police officer's boot during a shooting incident in Southeast Portland on September 25, resulting in one injury. The shooting raises concerns about gun violence and law enforcement's role in addressing such incidents in the community.

2 Portland restaurants land on New York Times' annual list of America's 50 best restaurants

Two Portland restaurants, L'Orange and Yaowarat, have been recognized on the New York Times' annual list of America's 50 best restaurants. L'Orange, a modern French eatery, and Yaowarat, inspired by Bangkok's Chinatown, showcase diverse culinary offerings that reflect their unique inspirations.

One dead from fatal injuries after industrial accident in South Hillsboro

A tragic industrial accident in South Hillsboro resulted in one fatality on September 25, 2024. Emergency crews discovered the victim at approximately 10:40 a.m. at an industrial site, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Boater missing after fishing boat capsizes in Columbia River

A fishing boat capsized in the Columbia River, prompting search and rescue crews to recover six individuals. Unfortunately, one boater remains missing as rescue efforts continue. The incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with water activities in the region.

Sheriff's department looking for missing endangered person in Clackamas County

Portland resident Penelope Stanley is reported missing after being last seen on Monday afternoon in Portland. Her phone's last known location was identified in Estacada later that evening, raising concerns for her safety.

Missing 79-year-old woman last seen in Milwaukie has been found

A 79-year-old woman, Penelope Stanley, who went missing in Milwaukie, Oregon, has been found safe in Mount Hood National Forest. The Washington County Sheriff's Office confirmed her safe recovery after a member of the public reported her vehicle, leading to her discovery by Clackamas County officers.

1 person missing, 2 hospitalized after boat capsizes on Columbia River

A fishing boat capsized on the Columbia River near the White Salmon River, resulting in one person missing and two others hospitalized. Multiple agencies, including the Hood River County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Coast Guard, are actively searching for the missing individual.

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