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Portland police arrested 33 individuals and seized a significant quantity of drugs during a criminal interdiction operation conducted in East Portland on September 13 and 14. The operation aimed to address ongoing issues related to drug use and trafficking in the area. This incident highlights the continued efforts of law enforcement to combat crime in the community.
Portland Community College is set to host its sixth annual "Big Give Day" from October 8-9, aiming to boost support for its programs and scholarships. This community event highlights the importance of philanthropy in addressing basic needs, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Two Oregon towns, Hood River and Astoria, have been ranked among the top 10 most expensive micropolitan areas in the United States according to a LendingTree study. The report highlights the increasing median home values in these towns, which are driven by limited housing supply and demand from affluent buyers, including those seeking vacation homes.
Claire Emslie's goal in the 76th minute secured a 2-2 draw for Angel City against the Portland Thorns in a thrilling match on Monday. Despite the tie, both teams are struggling in the standings, with Angel City currently sitting in 10th place and Portland in 7th. The match was played in front of a sellout crowd of 22,000 at BMO Stadium.
A jury awarded $20 million to the family of Freddy Nelson Jr., who was shot by a security guard in a Lowe's parking lot in Portland in 2021. The jury found multiple parties negligent, with TMT Development Corp. held responsible for the majority of the damages. The case highlights issues surrounding security practices and accountability in public spaces.
Oregon state officials have identified nine individuals who voted after being mistakenly registered as noncitizens through the DMV's Motor Voter program. A total of 1,259 registrations have been flagged, with steps being taken to prevent such errors in the future. Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade assured that these mistakes will not affect the upcoming 2024 General Election.
A North Portland homeless shelter, which held a grand opening in June, has remained empty for three months due to construction and permitting delays. Multnomah County officials acknowledge the situation and have stated that renovations are ongoing, with plans to reopen the shelter in Summer 2024. Local residents express frustration over the lack of available resources amidst a growing homelessness crisis.
Starting this month, U.S. households can order up to four free COVID-19 nasal swab tests through the federal program, which will reopen in late September 2024. The tests are designed to detect current virus strains and come ahead of the holiday season. This initiative aims to enhance public health as immunity levels from past infections and vaccinations wane.
A 17-year-old student was arrested for threatening a pedestrian with a gun and bringing the weapon to Gresham High School. School administrators are set to meet to address concerns related to the incident and the previous warnings about the student's behavior. The teacher's union has raised alarms about inadequate responses to reported threats.
A boater is reported missing after a fishing boat capsized in the Columbia River. Search and rescue operations are underway, but details about the incident remain limited. Local authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.