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Black Lives Matter protests rocked Portland in 2020. Five years later, what remains?

‘Before he locks us up’: Oregon couple will return to Mexico to avoid Trump’s deportation threat

‘Before he locks us up’: Oregon couple will return to Mexico to avoid Trump’s deportation threat

The undocumented immigrants, in their 60s, have lived in Oregon for decades.

21h agoYesenia Amaro

‘Even here we are afraid’: Oregon family to leave U.S. to protect son, who is transgender

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This annual parade lights up downtown Portland

This annual parade lights up downtown Portland

Illuminated floats made their way through downtown Portland on Saturday, lighting up the night sky.

18h agoAllison Barr

Rep. Maxine Dexter’s Gresham town hall gets heated over Israel-Hamas war

Rep. Maxine Dexter’s Gresham town hall gets heated over Israel-Hamas war

Dexter’s opening speech focused on a visit to the Northwest ICE center, but attendees wanted to talk about U.S. support of Israel

21h agoTatum Todd

Poverty stats understate Oregon financial hardship by factor of 3, report says

Poverty stats understate Oregon financial hardship by factor of 3, report says

More than 40% of Oregonians don't earn enough to cover the basics, according to a new study.

20h agoMike Rogoway

Linfield softball’s title chase ends as Wildcats lose in extra innings at NCAA D-III championship

Linfield softball’s title chase ends as Wildcats lose in extra innings at NCAA D-III championship

Linfield softball was eliminated from the championship chase Sunday, as Trine outlasted the Wildcats 10-9 in an intense NCAA Division III semifinal ...

9h agoKelly Doyle

Rewinding Oregon State baseball’s 14-1 win over the USC Trojans in Corvallis Regional

Oregon State Beavers

Rewinding Oregon State baseball’s 14-1 win over the USC Trojans in Corvallis Regional

The Beavers blasted their way to Monday's regional final.

7h agoJoe Freeman

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Dear Annie: My partner’s 30-year-old son often interrupts our time together with check-ins

Dear Annie: My partner’s 30-year-old son often interrupts our time together with check-ins

10h agoAnnie Lane

Classic Portland gay nightclub is closing its doors...again

Classic Portland gay nightclub is closing its doors...again

9h agoLizzy Acker

News

Firefighters continue to battle wildfires in Wasco County; evacuation level downgraded in Mosier

Firefighters continue to battle wildfires in Wasco County; evacuation level downgraded in Mosier

The Butte Creek fire is 20% contained, and firefighters also have had success fighting a brush fire in Mosier.

‘Extremely exciting’ study underscores one habit that helps keep colon cancer at bay

‘Extremely exciting’ study underscores one habit that helps keep colon cancer at bay

13h agoCarla Johnson

Body of missing Oak Grove teen found in Willamette River

11h agoLizzy Acker

What killed a sperm whale that washed ashore on the Oregon coast – and why is it still there?

Pacific Northwest

What killed a sperm whale that washed ashore on the Oregon coast – and why is it still there?

10h agoLizzy Acker

Students of color ‘singled out’ while crossing the border from Canada, Washington school says

16h agoTribune Content Agency

Police arrest Portland pair, seize guns, drugs and cash in cocaine bust

14h agoSami Edge

Greta Thunberg and a ‘Game of Thrones’ actor are aboard a ‘Freedom Flotilla’ bound for Gaza

Greta Thunberg and a ‘Game of Thrones’ actor are aboard a ‘Freedom Flotilla’ bound for Gaza

16h agoThe Associated Press

Pacific Northwest

Oregon softball coaches suspended after confronting 11-year-old player on field

Pacific Northwest

Motorcyclist clocked at one of highest speeds ever recorded by Oregon State Police

Beaverton school board calls for outside investigation of one of its members

Beaverton school board calls for outside investigation of one of its members

Julia Silverman

The nothern lights will be visible in Oregon this weekend

Severe geomagnetic storm hits Earth, brings auroras and possible tech disruptions

13h agoLizzy Acker

FBI says 8 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled ‘Free Palestine’

FBI says 8 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled ‘Free Palestine’

11h agoThe Associated Press

Portland area is getting another Ikea next week — kind of

Veronica Nocera

Liz Weston: Can ‘woefully unprepared’ worker still make smart decisions towards a comfortable retirement?

20h agoLiz Weston

Body found in Columbia River thought to be missing teenager

Body found in Columbia River thought to be missing teenager

The Oregonian/OregonLive Public Safety Team

Yosemite operator gets scathing federal review after years of health, safety hazards

Sports

Oregon’s Kiara Romero makes history at U.S. Women’s Open

Oregon’s Kiara Romero makes history at U.S. Women’s Open

The Ducks sophomore shot a 5-under 67 at Erin Hills Golf Course on Sunday, the lowest final round by an amateur in U.S. Women’s Open history.

3h agoJames Crepea

Former Oregon State baseball star earns Major League call-up, will start for Houston Astros

Oregon State Beavers

Former Oregon State baseball star earns Major League call-up, will start for Houston Astros

15h agoJoe Freeman

Bill Oram: Booed for winning a state title, this Oregon teen now just wants a safe place to run

California trans athlete wins state high school high jump, shares title based on new policy

California trans athlete wins state high school high jump, shares title based on new policy

The Associated Press

Lombardi, Oregon to face Gasso, Oklahoma at WCWS

Oregon State Beavers

Oregon State baseball vs. Saint Mary’s in Corvallis Regional: Preview, starting lineups, how to watch elimination game

14h agoJoe Freeman

Dax Whitney’s masterpiece helps Oregon State baseball stay alive in Corvallis Regional

Dax Whitney’s masterpiece helps Oregon State baseball stay alive in Corvallis Regional

Oregon baseball’s postseason skids to an end as pitching falters vs. Cal Poly

Crater’s Josiah Tostenson completes ‘gutsy’ double win, marking the end of his Oregon run with teammate Tayvon Kitchen

Trail Blazers hire new assistant coach

Trail Blazers hire new assistant coach

Roosevelt’s Aster Jones battles through injury, wins three Class 6A golds at track and field state

What’s in store for Pacific Ocean, Columbia River summer/fall salmon seasons: Bill Monroe

5 things you may have missed on the field from the boys Class 6A, 5A and 4A track and field state championships finale

Oregon High School Sports

5 things you may have missed on the field from the boys Class 6A, 5A and 4A track and field state championships finale

Oregon High School Sports

4 things you may have missed on the field from the girls Class 6A, 5A and 4A track and field state championships finale

Baker’s Rasean Jones battles ahead late, sweeps the Class 4A hurdles

17h agoNik Streng

Rewinding Oregon State baseball’s 7-2 win over TCU in the Corvallis Regional

Oregon State Beavers

Rewinding Oregon State baseball’s 7-2 win over TCU in the Corvallis Regional

Lakeridge’s Chloe Huyler kicks ahead early for Class 6A 1,500-meter state gold

Life

You won’t believe what time customers started lining up for Jollibee’s Oregon opening

You won’t believe what time customers started lining up for Jollibee’s Oregon opening

The beloved Filipino fast food chain, known for its fried chicken and hotdog-topped spaghetti, has a strong following.

Dear Annie: My husband’s constant lies have me thinking of leaving him, but he doesn’t care

Dear Annie: My husband’s constant lies have me thinking of leaving him, but he doesn’t care

Dear Abby: Why do people who say they love me find it impossible to call and connect?

17h agoAbigail Van Buren

Asking Eric: Why do I feel guilty after telling my longtime friend I won’t give her more money?

Asking Eric: Why do I feel guilty after telling my longtime friend I won’t give her more money?

16h agoR. Eric Thomas

Dear Abby: I’m still in love with my ex-husband, but I see the value in wealthy new guy

3h agoAbigail Van Buren

Miss Manners: Why would anyone consider moving from kindergarten to 1st grade a ‘graduation’?

Dear Annie: My older sister’s bullying leaves me in tears. Should I move away to avoid her?

Dear Annie: My older sister’s bullying leaves me in tears. Should I move away to avoid her?

Miss Manners: Friends laughed it off when I suggested cutting back on my many volunteer projects

Miss Manners: Feisty overnight guest demands to take over host’s kitchen

Scientists think they’ve cracked an elusive mystery: What makes some cats orange?

Scientists think they’ve cracked an elusive mystery: What makes some cats orange?

11h agoJia H. Jung

Asking Eric: Should I approach my neighbors to ask them to stop banging their trash bins?

3h agoR. Eric Thomas

It’s warm. It’s sunny. So when do Portland outdoor pools open?

11h agoSami Edge

Miss Manners: Does it make servers uncomfortable when I ask them to suggest a dish for me?

Miss Manners: Does it make servers uncomfortable when I ask them to suggest a dish for me?

Asking Eric: I trust my husband, but his ex-girlfriend’s social media posts make me nervous

Long-shuttered hot springs resort in Columbia River Gorge reopens to the public

Oregon spot makes HGTV list of ’20 Best Small Towns to Buy a Vacation Home’

Oregon spot makes HGTV list of ’20 Best Small Towns to Buy a Vacation Home’

Kristi Turnquist

Dear Abby: Helpful retiree needs to learn the value of saying ‘No!’

Abigail Van Buren