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A woman was found dead early on September 18 following a hit-and-run crash in the Madison South Neighborhood of Portland. The incident has drawn significant attention from law enforcement, who have since identified the suspected vehicle and driver involved. The ongoing investigation highlights concerns regarding traffic safety and crime in the area.
A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Northeast Portland early Wednesday morning, as reported by the Portland Police Bureau. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. near NE Fremont Street, impacting morning traffic in the area.
John David “JD” Souther, a celebrated songwriter and musician known for his work with the Eagles, has passed away at the age of 78. He significantly influenced the country-rock genre and collaborated with many notable artists, leaving a lasting legacy in the music industry. His recent tour plans have been canceled following his death.
A multi-vehicle crash on Highway 99 near Sherwood, Oregon, resulted in the death of 72-year-old Robert Blomquist and left another person with serious injuries. All lanes of the highway have since been reopened after being closed for several hours to clear the scene.
A woman was found dead early on September 18, following a hit-and-run crash in the Madison South Neighborhood of Northeast Portland. The incident, which occurred around 2:30 a.m., has raised concerns about pedestrian safety in the area. Portland police are investigating the crash, seeking information from the public.
The State Transportation Committee has organized public hearings in Hillsboro and Happy Valley, garnering significant community engagement. To date, the committee has received 661 pieces of testimony, indicating strong public interest in local transportation issues.
Southbound Highway 217 in Tigard will experience overnight closures starting Monday and continuing through Thursday, October 3. The closures are part of ongoing infrastructure work aimed at improving transport conditions in the area. Residents and commuters are advised to plan accordingly to avoid delays.
A lottery ticket worth $50,000 purchased in Wilsonville remains unclaimed and is set to expire soon. Residents who bought tickets in the past year are urged to check their numbers to see if they are the lucky winner. This situation highlights the importance of being vigilant with lottery tickets and the potential for significant unclaimed prizes.
This year, Vaux's swifts are significantly declining in numbers at Chapman Elementary in Portland, with only a few hundred birds roosting compared to thousands in previous years. Experts are investigating potential causes for this unusual behavior, including habitat changes and alternative roosting sites.
Governor Tina Kotek has announced that Portland, Oregon, will be awarded the Women’s National Basketball Association's (WNBA) 15th franchise, bringing a new professional sports team to the city. This expansion is set to enhance the local sports landscape and promote women's sports in the region.