Tuesday

05-13-2025 Vol 1959

Category: Local News

Exploring Los Angeles Literature and Culture: Key Stories for a New Day

Exploring Los Angeles Literature and Culture: Key Stories for a New Day

Good morning, L.A.! Here’s what you need to know to kickstart your day. In the ongoing debate over Los Angeles’s…
Public Fallout from Palisades and Eaton Fires: A Breakdown between LA’s Mayor and Fire Chief

Public Fallout from Palisades and Eaton Fires: A Breakdown between LA’s Mayor and Fire Chief

On January 7, 2025, the Palisades and Eaton fires began ravaging the Los Angeles area. A day later, conservative commentator…
The Enduring Legacy of Roller Skating in L.A. County’s Black Community

The Enduring Legacy of Roller Skating in L.A. County’s Black Community

It’s a Thursday night and West Coast rap anthems are thumping over the sound system. A group of O.G.s are…
Portland’s Footwear Industry Faces Challenges Amid U.S.-China Trade War

Portland’s Footwear Industry Faces Challenges Amid U.S.-China Trade War

PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) – Portland is a powerhouse in the footwear industry, serving as home to production giants like Nike…
International Student at Portland State University Forced to Leave Amid Visa Revocation

International Student at Portland State University Forced to Leave Amid Visa Revocation

Portland State University graduate student Abdul Almutairi learned Thursday he was one of 23 international students in Oregon targeted by…
Ladds 500: A Whimsical Bicycle Relay Embracing Community and Creativity in Portland

Ladds 500: A Whimsical Bicycle Relay Embracing Community and Creativity in Portland

Ladd’s Addition in southeast Portland transformed into a vibrant carnival this past Saturday as hundreds of participants engaged in the…
Portland’s Shelter System Faces Funding and Oversight Challenges Amid Transition to New Provider

Portland’s Shelter System Faces Funding and Oversight Challenges Amid Transition to New Provider

Last week, the city of Portland informed longtime shelter operator Sunstone Way that it would not be awarded a contract…
Multnomah County Reveals Shelter Bed Costs Amid Budget Concerns

Multnomah County Reveals Shelter Bed Costs Amid Budget Concerns

Multnomah County has been spending tens of thousands of dollars annually on each shelter bed it operates, with costs for…
Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions Prompt Evacuation at Portland State University Engineering Building

Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions Prompt Evacuation at Portland State University Engineering Building

Multiple lithium-ion batteries exploded in Portland State University’s Engineering Building Tuesday morning, forcing more than 100 students and staff to…
Reggae Legend Norma Fraser Finds a Home in Eugene

Reggae Legend Norma Fraser Finds a Home in Eugene

About two decades ago, Norma Fraser, the legendary reggae vocalist responsible for classic cuts like her soulful take on Cat…
Portland Homebuying Season Heats Up Amid High Mortgage Rates and Increased Inventory

Portland Homebuying Season Heats Up Amid High Mortgage Rates and Increased Inventory

Portland could be headed for its busiest homebuying season in years, as house hunters acclimate to stubbornly high mortgage rates…
Oregon House Passes Bill to Ban Student Cellphone Use in Schools

Oregon House Passes Bill to Ban Student Cellphone Use in Schools

Oregon students may soon be prevented from using cellphones and other personal electronic devices at school. Oregon House Bill 2251,…