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The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a drowning after a man’s body was found at Scotts Mills Falls Wednesday morning.
Drowning investigation underway after 20-year-old’s body found at Scotts Mills Falls
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a drowning after a man’s body was found at Scotts Mills Falls Wednesday morning.
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Amid a historic wildfire season in Oregon, Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) is leading a call for the federal government to crackdown on wildfire betting in prediction markets.
Oregon lawmakers call for ban on wildfire betting
Amid a historic wildfire season in Oregon, the state’s senators are calling on a federal commission to reign in wildfire and natural disaster betting in prediction markets.
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Evacuations are still in place for parts of Mount Hood as the Grasshopper Fire continues to grow, moving further west on Wednesday.
LIVE BLOG: Grasshopper Fire inches farther west into Mount Hood Wilderness
The Grasshopper Fire grew to 34,659 acres with 19% containment on Wednesday, prompting Level 3 evacuations in parts of Hood River and Wasco counties.
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Police responded to Hilton’s Miami home after the celebrity gossip blogger appeared to harm himself during a TikTok livestream.
Perez Hilton hospitalized after apparent self-harm on TikTok livestream
The livestream has since been removed from TikTok.
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That's right. Portland officially has the worst air quality in the world.
Portland now has worst air quality in the world as wildfire smoke lingers
Portland was ranked by IQ Air as having the worst air quality in the world on Wednesday due to smoke from local wildfires.
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The singer addressed fans about her decision to take a break from the public eye.
Ariana Grande speaks to ‘fans directly’ about decision to ‘step back’
Ariana Grande addressed fans during her Eternal Sunshine Tour in Chicago to clarify that her decision to take a break from public life was a planned move rather than a reaction to negativity.
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What do Georgia, Oregon and Texas all have in common? They share the same "most common" job, according to new data.
The most common job in Oregon, Washington, according to federal data
State-by-state differences show how regional economies shape employment.
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A KOIN 6 Weather Alert remains in place as summer temperatures build and wildfire smoke remains over Portland on Wednesday.
Summer heat builds, wildfire smoke remains around Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A KOIN 6 Weather Alert remains in place as summer temperatures build and wildfire smoke remains over Portland on Wednesday. Sunny skies will fight through the thick la…
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“Honestly, I don’t have too many words for it other than I’m just grateful that I’m in a position where I can give back to those who poured into me."
Oregon tackle Fox Crader gives back to Vancouver-area alma mater in big way
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Every year there are a few locals around the Oregon football team poised to make a leap, and one of those this year is Evergreen alum Fox Crader. The offensive lineman…
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Pickles fans adapt to smoky skies as Portland air quality worsens https://www.koin.com/news/portland/pickles-fans-adapt-to-smoky-skies-as-portland-air-quality-worsens/?cid=bluesky_
Pickles fans adapt to smoky skies as Portland air quality worsens
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The air above Southeast Portland looked hazy Tuesday night, but the show continued at Walker Stadium. As wildfire smoke pushed Portland’s air quality into the “unhealthy” ra…
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Portland Fire & Rescue responded to an inferno that led to a warehouse and multiple vehicles on fire that started late Monday night in Northeast Portland, quickly extinguishing the flames. https://www.koin.com/local/crews-battle-ne-portland-warehouse-vehicle-fires/?cid=bluesky_
Crews battle NE Portland warehouse, vehicle fires
Portland Fire & Rescue responded to an inferno that led to a warehouse and multiple vehicles on fire that started late Monday night in Northeast Portland, quickly extinguishing the flames.
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"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Allan’s family, friends, teammates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” the organization said. https://www.koin.com/news/34-year-old-ufc-fighter-dies-after-apparent-heart-attack/?cid=bluesky_
Portland motorcyclist dies after head-on collision near Oregon Coast https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/portland-motorcyclist-dies-after-head-on-collision-near-oregon-coast/?cid=bluesky_
Portland motorcyclist dies after head-on collision near Oregon Coast
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A 55-year-old Portland motorcyclist died Saturday night after colliding head-on with another vehicle, Oregon State Police said. The crash occurred just before 9 p.m. o…
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A 29-year-old Portland woman is heading to prison for "tagging," or painting graffiti, on multiple properties in the Portland area. https://www.koin.com/news/portland/graffiti-artist-sentencing-august-2026/?cid=bluesky_
Oregon man who told employee he was God before robbing casino at gunpoint sentenced https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/oregon-man-who-told-employee-he-was-god-before-robbing-casino-at-gunpoint-sentenced/?cid=bluesky_
Oregon man who told employee he was God before robbing casino at gunpoint sentenced
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An Oregon man who robbed an Umatilla Indian Reservation casino at gunpoint received a 20-year sentence on Tuesday. Javier Vigil, 55, pleaded guilty to attempted murder…
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WA ELECTIONS: Marie Gluesenkamp Perez advances to the general election for U.S. House in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District https://www.koin.com/news/washington/marie-gluesenkamp-perez-advances-to-the-general-election-for-u-s-house-in-washingtons-3rd-congressional-district/?cid=bluesky_
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez advances to the general election for U.S. House in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez advances to the general election for U.S. House in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District. This is a developing story.
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PICKLES HOME RUN ROBBERY: Portland Pickles left fielder Joel Roberts falls over the fence to makes an insane grab. https://www.koin.com/video/portland-pickles-outfielder-joel-roberts-makes-insane-grab-to-rob-a-home-run/12037088/?cid=bluesky_
A 28-year-old Salem man is facing numerous charges after police say that he hit two people on a sidewalk. https://www.koin.com/news/crashes/police-vehicle-crashes-into-2-on-sidewalk-man-arrested-after-driving-away/?cid=bluesky_
Police: Vehicle crashes into 2 on sidewalk, man arrested after driving away
A 28-year-old Salem man is facing numerous charges after police say that he hit two people on a sidewalk while he was driving under the influence and then continued to drive away after the crash.
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: ‘Firenado’ seen during Oregon’s historic wildfire activity
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: ‘Firenado’ seen during Oregon’s historic wildfire activity
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A “firenado” was caught on camera over southeast Oregon on Friday, July 31, from Phillip Sitz via Storyful. Not something seen all the time, a “firen…
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Hawthorne Bridge to undergo test lifts Tuesday night: What to know
Hawthorne Bridge to undergo test lifts Tuesday night: What to know
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Drivers can expect delays Tuesday evening on the Hawthorne Bridge, according to officials at Multnomah County. The bridge will undergo multiple test lifts starting at …
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Portland now has the 5th worst air quality in the world as levels jump to ‘unhealthy’https://www.koin.com/news/portland/portland-now-has-the-5th-worst-air-quality-in-the-world-as-levels-jump-to-unhealthy/?cid=bluesky_
Portland now has the 5th worst air quality in the world as levels jump to ‘unhealthy’
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Smoky Portland skies have pushed the Rose City to fifth-worst air quality worldwide on Tuesday, according to IQAir. Air quality fell into the “unhealthy” c…
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"I've wanted Salem to be a city that others look to as an example for the way that we operate and the way that we act." https://www.koin.com/local/marion-county/salem-votes-to-start-the-process-for-a-temporary-data-center-moratorium/?cid=bluesky_
Air quality advisories issued across Pacific Northwest as wildfire smoke blankets region
Salem votes to start the process for a temporary data center moratorium
“I’ve wanted Salem to be a city that others look to as an example for the way that we operate and the way that we act,” said Salem Mayor Julie Hoy during the meeting.
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Two Michigan residents appear to be the first fatalities in connection with the ongoing cyclospora outbreak. Here's why.
Why cyclospora can be deadly for some people
Michigan health officials reported what appear to be the first deaths in connection with the ongoing cyclospora outbreak on Monday.
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A man who went to prison for killing his father in 2010 has been charged with intentionally setting the largest of the wildfires that have forced tens of thousands of people from their homes.
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake rattled the Oregon Coast on Monday night, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Magnitude 4.0 earthquake rattles Oregon Coast late Monday
A magnitude 4 earthquake struck the Oregon coast near Bandon on Monday night but did not trigger a tsunami.
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The Grasshopper Fire is inching farther west Tuesday as evacuations begin in the areas surrounding the Mount Hood National Forest.
LIVE UPDATES: Clackamas County sees Level 1 evacuations as Grasshopper Fire moves west
The Grasshopper fire expanded westward toward the Mount Hood National Forest on Tuesday, prompting new evacuations in Clackamas County while Oregon battles a record-breaking wildfire season.
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Thinking about an MBA? AI skills may offer a bigger career boost.
AI skills more valuable than MBA, new survey suggests
Among the executives surveyed, 91% said they’re increasing compensation for employees with AI skills.
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Lawyers for Capital One on Friday asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by President Trump’s trust over its closing of Trump Organization-affiliated accounts years ago, saying it did so only after money laundering concerns were flagged by experts.
