Southeast Portland Pizza Shop Standoff Ends Peacefully, Suspect Joseph Tyler Thompson Arrested after Charging at Police
A man named Joseph Tyler Thompson was arrested after causing a disturbance and threatening employees with knives in a Portland pizza shop. Police de-escalated the situation and took him into custody without injury.
Estacada Man Arrested in Multnomah County's Largest Drug Bust, Over 278 Pounds of Meth Seized
Estacada man arrested with the largest drug seizure in MCSO history, including 278 lbs of methamphetamine and 2 lbs of cocaine, after a joint FBI task force operation and subsequent house search that found firearms.
Portland Police Seek Public Assistance to Identify Suspect in Brutal Assault near West Burnside Street
Portland Police request public aid in identifying a suspect in an April 24 assault, where a woman was attacked with racial undertones. The male suspect is a 30-40-year-old Black male, about 200 lbs.
Mosier Area Residents Relieved as Brush Fire Containment Leads to Evacuation Downgrades in Wasco County
A Mosier brush fire has been contained, evacuation levels downgraded, with nearly 3 acres affected. Early detection and wet conditions aided containment, and new fire season concerns rise.
Driver in 2021 Portland Hit-and-Run Spree Declared Unfit for Trial, Committed to State Hospital
The driver responsible for a deadly Portland hit-and-run spree in 2021, Paul Rivas, has been committed to the Oregon State Hospital after being declared unfit for trial, affecting victims' families who seek closure.
Estacada Man Charged with Trafficking 270 Pounds of Methamphetamine from California to Oregon
Anthony Barrera was charged with trafficking 270 pounds of meth in Oregon, after being arrested at a rest area near Roseburg. He was also found with cocaine and firearms and awaits further court proceedings.
Butte Creek Fire Engulfs 1,700 Acres in Central Oregon as Firefighters Rally Against Blaze
The article reports on the Butte Creek Fire in central Oregon, which has burned over 1,700 acres and threatened structures, with a multi-agency response including local firefighters and federal resources.












