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Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Kroger and Walmart

Listeria · United States

Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Kroger and Walmart

71% Center coverage: 199 sources

A listeria food poisoning outbreak that has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss is linked to newly recalled heat-and-eat chicken fettucine alfredo products sold at Kroger and Walmart stores, federal health officials said. See the Story

Travis Decker, Accused of Murdering 3 Daughters, May Have Changed Appearance: Here's How

Travis Decker, Accused of Murdering 3 Daughters, May Have Changed Appearance: Here's How

78% Center coverage: 19 sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The search continues for the man accused of murdering his daughters in Washington state before going missing in late May. Authorities say it is possible that Travis Decker, 32, has altered his appearance in order to go undetected by law enforcement. The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office released an updated flyer, seen in the gallery below, with possible changes to his hair and clothing. According to investigators, Decker is…See the Story

Ex-Soldier at JBLM Admits to Trying to Share Secrets with China

Washington State · Washington

Ex-Soldier at JBLM Admits to Trying to Share Secrets with China

43% Center coverage: 14 sources

TACOMA — A former U.S. Army sergeant last stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord pleaded guilty Wednesday to trying to share military secrets with China, the U.S. Department of Justice said. Read more...See the Story

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Portland Protestors Breach ICE Facility, Injuring Officers and Prompting Arrests

Portland Protestors Breach ICE Facility, Injuring Officers and Prompting Arrests

Portland Protestors Breach ICE Facility, Injuring Officers and Prompting Arrests

Trump administration pulls US out of agreement to help restore salmon in the Columbia River

Trump administration pulls US out of agreement to help restore salmon in the Columbia River

Trump administration pulls US out of agreement to help restore salmon in the Columbia River

Fire in Lane County Near Mapleton Prompts Level 3 'Go Now' Evacuations

78% Center coverage: 9 sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A wildfire in Lane County near Mapleton prompted Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations, the Lane County Sheriff's Office announced on Thursday. The evacuation levels are for the areas of Rice Road and Hilltop Road near Mapleton. "There is immediate and imminent danger and you should evacuate immediately," officials said. This is a developing story.Wildfires · Mapleton See the Story

Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Accused of Sexual Abuse of Women in Custody

100% Center coverage: 4 sources

A Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office corrections deputy has been accused of sexually abusing two women while they were in custody.Multnomah County · Multnomah County See the Story

Woman accused of arson, theft after Eugene house fire

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A person is facing arson charges in connection with an intense early-morning house fire in Eugene's Whiteaker neighborhood on Friday, according to authorities. Forty-year-old Leticia Datu-Strong, also known as Rickie Potts, was arrested on Friday and taken to Lane County Jail on three counts of first-degree theft and one count of first-degree arson in connection with the fire, according to Eugene police. No other details…Eugene · Eugene Read Article

Summer rains remain Saturday, heat on the way for the Pacific Northwest

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Summer rains continue to take aim at western Oregon and southwest Washington Saturday as temperatures remain spring-like. Afternoon highs will struggle to warm into the low 60s as upper 50s are likely along the Willamette Valley. Rain showers will continue to increase and become more widespread through western Oregon and southwest Washington Saturday. Thunderstorms are not expected with this latest round of wet weather. …Portland, Oregon · Portland Read Article

St. Helens mayor cites free speech in move to dismiss ex-chief’s lawsuit

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

(Columbia County Spotlight) -- In response to the former St. Helens police chief’s lawsuit against her, Mayor Jennifer Massey maintains that her actions constitute free speech. The mayor’s lawyer filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit against her by Joe Hogue, the city’s former chief of police, under a state law designed to prevent frivolous lawsuits that seek to deter individuals from exercising their First Amendment rights to free speech. The l…Oregon, United States · Oregon Read Article

Motorcyclist Killed in Crash Involving Truck Just Outside of Silverton

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A motorcyclist was killed in a crash involving a truck just outside of Silverton on Friday afternoon, according to authorities. Officials with the Marion County Sheriff's Office say the crash was reported just after 4:45 p.m. near the 8000 block of Mt. Angel Highway. The motorcyclist, identified as 51-year-old Kenneth Jenck of Gladstone, died at the scene, according to deputies. "We extend our deepest condolences to the …Silverton, Oregon · Silverton See the Story

DEI policies could be on chopping block in Washington County

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Washington County leaders are contemplating repealing their diversity, equity and inclusion policies. On Tuesday, the Board of County Commissioners tabled an action that could have ended a February 2020 resolution in which officials committed to “fostering, supporting and strengthening” DEI in local programs and policies. While the vote involving the reversal of this resolution has been delayed, commissioners are expected…DEI · Portland Read Article

USA Today Names 'Uniquely Satisfying' Portland Donut Shop Among the Best in the U.S.

Coverage: 2 sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – USA Today released a list of the 10 best donut shops in America on Wednesday, featuring one Portland shop claiming to “take your tastebuds to the disco.” “These 10 donut shops across the U.S. offer a unique charm and personal touch that large chains often can't match. Nominated by an expert panel and voted by readers as the best, these spots serve up an array of flavors that cater to every palate — from classic glazed fav…Zanesville · Zanesville See the Story

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