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Les Schwab cut roughly 70 corporate roles at its Bend headquarters as the tire chain restructures central teams while continuing to expand stores nationwide.
Weather & Environment in ...
Cloudy, cool this morning with showers and gusts; a major heat event is likely June 13–16.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 30-year-old Long Beach woman died June 5 after her car crossed into oncoming traffic on Hwy 26 near Necanicum; OSP says impairment is suspected.
A 28-year-old man was arrested and indicted on domestic-terrorism and arson charges after a series of fires near Fossil, Oregon. He surrendered following a multi-agency operation.
A hot-air balloon touched down in the Parr Lumber parking lot in Newberg on Friday; employees corralled the basket and no one was hurt.
Five people were arrested in Washington County after an undercover online sting targeting child predators. Detectives released booking photos and say more victims may be involved.
Politics & Govt in ...
A former top ODOC health official says he was sacked after flagging delays in inmate care and undisclosed pharmacy savings; his $6.9M lawsuit names the corrections director and others.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Oregon and Washington transportation officials reviewed possible toll exemptions and discounts for the I‑5 bridge at a June 5 joint meeting; no policies were set.
Surveillance shows two men taking an ATM from Crow's Nest in Clackamas; deputies say about $5,000 was taken and are asking for tips.
HB 4116 closes a loophole that let out-of-state lenders export rates above Oregon's 36% APR cap. The change goes into effect Friday and regulators say they will pursue violations.
Arts & Culture in ...
Portland Center Stage is closing in on a $9M emergency goal, with roughly $1.2M to go as a late‑June deadline looms.
Authorities say more than 5,300 documents from the Kyron Horman investigation are now digitized, and federal analysts will take another look using modern tools.
Food & Drinks in ...
A family-run taco spot on SE 82nd closed after an early-morning fire damaged the kitchen and roof. The owners launched a fundraiser as they begin repairs and insurance talks.
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