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A retired Army colonel says the Hometown Heroes display leaves out veterans of color in a borough that's nearly a quarter Black.
A derecho knocked out power just long enough to spoil 15,000 handmade ravioli at Sacred Heart Church, forcing organizers to cancel October's fundraiser.
Blue Lake Regional Park hosts the third annual gathering, complete with slingstone workshops and a 5K, all free to attend.
Crews from Stations 40 and 67 got baby snuggles and pink stork pins after a roadside delivery near Orting last month.
The Southeast Portland street contest that started as a Reddit joke now has city sponsorship, a drag queen judge, and a tournament of champions.
The 57th annual beachside gala began as a $12,000 barefoot picnic in 1969 and has now raised nearly $30 million lifetime.
A 14-year-old spotted a disoriented woman with dementia wandering alone and stayed with her until help came — now the city is honoring the teen.
Chismosas y Mimosas hits Downtown Container Park on Labor Day weekend with $30 early-bird drink tickets and DJ Big Latin spinning all night.
R. Roger Rowe swapped desks for ottomans and whiteboard tables ahead of its 2027 centennial. Crews hauled off three dumpsters of old furniture.
The reggaeton superstar sang for a patient and delivered a Lego set after her two-night Santa Clara concerts.
Hudson's new 12-passenger van starts rides September 2, but riders must book at least two weeks ahead.
A bald therapy doll with a removable port helps Coachella Valley kids cope with cancer, as its founder pitches for prize money on October 1.
Plant City Stadium hosts trunk-or-treating, scare zones and a free movie night as the city's Halloween bash grows to two evenings.
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