Jenny Young
KOIN News
Portland, OR, United States
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Gonzalez defends tent ban policy after historic snowstorm
Two people are suspected of freezing to death during last week’s winter storm, according to the Multnomah County Medical Examiner’s Office. → Read More
Several West Hills streets streets not plowed after historic snowstorm
Nearly a week after a snowstorm, streets all around the West Hills are still packed with snow, making it tough for people to get in and out of their neighborhoods. → Read More
City of Portland, police union delay decision on body cameras
After several months of negotiations, The City of Portland and Portland Police Association have announced they still can’t reach an agreement on body camera policies – further delaying efforts to equip Portland police. → Read More
Officials: 2 in critical condition after officer-involved shooting
The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office says they are investigating an officer-involved shooting that took place in Wilsonville on Tuesday. → Read More
Salem police begin requiring body cameras, but Portland officers are still camera free
Starting soon, all Salem police patrols and detectives working in the field will be equipped with body cameras, officials announced Wednesday. → Read More
‘You feel insulted:’ City of Portland prepares for worker strike
Portland City Council consented to a resolution on Wednesday that will give city attorneys the right to take legal action quickly if it becomes necessary during the expected strike. → Read More
Portland police: 2023 homicide rate climbing after 2 deadly shootings
According to police, there’s been 57 reported shootings, 19 people injured in those shootings and three people killed. Two of those shootings took place early Friday morning. → Read More
Oregon hospitals seeking help amidst overflowing patients and rising costs
Hospitals in Oregon are still facing extraordinary pressure with some operating close to or even above 100% capacity. → Read More
Southwest Airlines flights back on schedule, now many hope for reimbursement
Southwest flights are back on schedule Friday after a full week of the airline canceling thousands of flights. → Read More
Bringing school resource officers back, PPS in early talks to return officers to schools
In a public safety address Wednesday, Portland Police Chief Chuck Lovell shared they are in the early talking stages for returning resource officers to Portland schools. → Read More
Cleveland High School students afraid to return to school after shooting
Class was canceled Tuesday at Cleveland High School after police say a 16-year-old student was shot outside the school the previous day, but even though kids returned to school on Wednesday with increased security, some students still don’t feel safe on campus. → Read More
‘Where my kids play:’ Portland mother says she found fentanyl pills in her yard
A mother in Northeast Portland says she found fentanyl pills in her front yard, next to where her children play. → Read More
‘It’s just so selfish’: Couple has wedding items stolen in Portland on honeymoon
A wedding dress and other crucial things from a couple’s wedding were stolen in Portland just two days after they exchanged vows. → Read More
Officials: Human-caused Nakia Creek Fire grows to 250 acres
Roads are closed and there’s concern that the fire is getting uncomfortably close to some homes. → Read More
Portland man, 39, slain downtown, homicide case active
A homicide investigation was launched early Friday morning after authorities said a man was found dead in downtown Portland. → Read More
‘This was a massive effort’: PPB sergeant details recovery of 7-year-old girl
The girl was found about 10 minutes after an Amber Alert was sent out. → Read More
Vancouver mayor speaks out after attempted arson at home
The mayor of Vancouver is speaking out after someone attempted to light her home on fire Monday night. → Read More
Oregon pot revenue allocations ‘transformed whole systems’
September is National Recovery Month and is used to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices. → Read More
‘Real problem’: Homeless camps near playgrounds worry parents
While KOIN 6 News was at the scene talking with parents, a man walked onto the playground, talked with kids and played on the equipment. He told KOIN 6 News he lives on the streets but is getting housing in a few days. → Read More
Arsons target ex-girlfriend; Felon held on $100K bail
A 47-year-old man, accused of setting fire to his ex-girlfriend’s house in Longview, made his first Cowlitz County court appearance on Monday to face arson charges. → Read More