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Volunteers from the Netarts-Oceanside Fire District in Oregon rescued an endangered Loggerhead sea turtle trapped on rocks, named "Shorty," amid challenging conditions.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
An 86-year-old man was stabbed in a Fred Meyer parking lot in Clackamas County. The suspect, Jesus Ascencio-Molina, 31, was later arrested and faces several charges, including attempted murder.
Charges were dropped against Shadbreon Gatson, a Vancouver teacher, due to the statute of limitations expiring on his alleged sexual misconduct with a student in 2013.
Firefighters in Portland rescued a woman from a burning car after a crash, with subsequent first aid reviving her. The driver, later cited for DUI and reckless driving, is recovering in a hospital.
Weather & Environment in ...
Portland's forecast includes persistent rain over the coming days, with temperatures around 44-51 degrees and winds up to 21 mph, per the National Weather Service.
Politics & Govt in ...
Northwest Naturals recalled their 2lb Turkey raw cat food due to HPAI detected after a cat fell ill. Consumers are urged to discard affected products and can request refunds.
Salem Police are investigating a hit-and-run that killed a 63-year-old man on December 24th, asking for public help in identifying suspects or witnesses.
Morasch Meats has recalled its raw, frozen feline food linked to a cat's death from HPAI virus in Oregon, urging pet owners to dispose of affected products.
Portland police seized weapons and drugs in two separate traffic stops; one led to a chase with a suspect arrested, and the other resulted in a felon detained for firearm possession.
Community & Society in ...
Portland baristas have joined a nationwide strike against Starbucks, demanding better contract terms and citing unfair labor practices during the holiday season.
A joint investigation led to arrests after burglaries at NW Self Storage and Stafford Beverage in West Linn and Wilsonville, with stolen goods recovered in a multi-state operation.
An invasive koi was removed from Oregon's McKenzie River following an alert, highlighting the dangers such non-native species pose to local ecosystems.
The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office arrested 18-year-old Pedro Cornejo-Morales for a shooting at Clackamas Town Center, where a 15-year-old was injured.
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