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Vancouver teenager died of starvation and neglect, medical examiner says
on April 14, 2021 at 8:25 pm
Washington Child Protective Services had opened an investigation one week prior to the teenager's Nov. 27 death, according to a search warrant.
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Warm sunshine continues, heightened fire danger is a concern
on April 14, 2021 at 7:22 pm
KGW weather team. Updated several times daily, this includes the outlook around Oregon and in Southwest Washington.
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'It happens earlier every year': Oregon crews respond to multiple brush fires
on April 14, 2021 at 6:13 pm
Clackamas County issued a temporary burn ban in response to warm, dry, windy conditions and multiple escaped burns.
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Students at new Sherwood High School get introduction to trade careers
on April 14, 2021 at 6:12 pm
Teachers are using upgrades to the new Sherwood High School to teach students about trade careers.
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Police declare riot after person sets fire to door of Portland Police Association building
on April 14, 2021 at 4:20 pm
Demonstrators were marching in Portland for the second straight night after Daunte Wright was killed by police.
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Multnomah County DA hosts chat on community response to gun violence
on April 14, 2021 at 7:07 am
A mother who lost two sons to gun violence said she supports more programs to keep kids busy and away from trouble.
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New, FBI-led task force aims to curb Portland's historic spike in shootings
on April 14, 2021 at 6:48 am
The Metro Safe Streets Task Force is comprised of a small group of deputized officers in the Portland Metro Area who will investigate shootings after they happen.
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No basketball or wrestling for Cowlitz County schools under Washington's Phase 2 designation
on April 14, 2021 at 2:52 am
Schools will also not be allowed to travel to a county in Phase 3 to play games.
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A look at where Portland's drinking water comes from
on April 14, 2021 at 1:45 am
The Portland Water Bureau teamed up with OMSI Tuesday to talk the science of the city's drinking water.
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Oregon, Washington to stop administering Johnson & Johnson vaccine after 6 reports of rare blood clots
on April 14, 2021 at 1:23 am
The CDC and FDA are investigating rare and potentially dangerous blood clots reported in six women who received the vaccine.
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Bill aims to bring Oregon's 'orphan highways' under Portland control
on April 14, 2021 at 1:22 am
Streets like 82nd Avenue, also known as OR 213, are state-owned, but have been neglected for decades. House Bill 2744 would bring them under local control.
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'It's hurting our entire city': Clean up underway in Portland following riot at Penumbra Kelly building
on April 14, 2021 at 1:07 am
People lit a dumpster on fire outside the building, broke windows and threw rocks, bottles and other objects at officers throughout the night.
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Oregon reports 567 new COVID-19 cases, 5 more deaths
on April 14, 2021 at 12:20 am
The number of COVID patients hospitalized in Oregon grew by more than 11% in one day.
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Word of mouth helps curb vaccine hesitancy in rural Oregon community
on April 13, 2021 at 8:46 pm
“Rural communities, because we do have such close-knit community members, and people working together, we're able to accomplish some great things," Larry Boxman said
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Riot declared at Penumbra Kelly building following Daunte Wright vigil
on April 13, 2021 at 6:11 pm
Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was killed in Minnesota on Sunday after being shot by a police officer during a traffic stop.
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Sunny weather helps Portland restaurants amidst stricter risk levels
on April 13, 2021 at 6:21 am
Warmer weather offers restaurants a way to even the playing field amidst fluctuating risk levels and capacity restrictions.
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School community in South Waterfront calls for chemical weapon free zone
on April 13, 2021 at 6:14 am
Cottonwood School sits next door to Portland's ICE building and is littered with munitions from protests.
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Yard and garden centers having easier time with 2nd springtime in pandemic
on April 13, 2021 at 2:02 am
Last spring most garden centers were only doing phone-in orders and curbside pickup. This year, eager gardeners are donning their masks and shopping in person.
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What you need to know about COVID-19 vaccines in Oregon Monday
on April 13, 2021 at 2:02 am
China has admitted to producing ineffective vaccines. Here are the top vaccine facts for Monday, April 12.
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'Not the news that we want': J&J vaccine shortage leaves local health officials with a three-week supply
on April 13, 2021 at 1:49 am
Johnson & Johnson’s one-dose vaccine has been deemed an ideal fit for vulnerable populations, like the homeless and homebound residents.