Outgoing Multnomah County DA seeks to reduce conviction in violent assault, urges early release for convicted murderer-repeat burglar

Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt and his Justice Integrity Unit are scheduled to urge a judge on Monday to either lower or set aside charges for eight individuals, some of whom have been convicted of robbery, violent assault, or murder, just days before he leaves office. Senate Bill 819, which was passed by state … Read more

Portland area might get a (brief) break from rain this week

There may be a somewhat longer respite ahead, but Sunday’s constant rain will subside a little in the afternoon, allowing for some lulls in between storms. According to the National Weather Service, there will likely be showers through Monday before a comparatively dry Tuesday. Don’t get overly thrilled, though. Tuesday night marks the return of … Read more

Oregon turned to 6-5 safety Kingston Lopa against All-American Tyler Warren. Could No. 1 Ducks call upon the freshman against Ohio State in Rose Bowl?

Eugene According to Dan Lanning, players who start the season with minor roles have the potential to develop into important ones by the end of the season. Kingston Lopais, a safety from Oregon, is the most recent example. Redshirting for the No. 1 Ducks in the second part of the season, the 6-foot-5, 198-pound Lopa … Read more

Outgoing Multnomah County DA seeks to reduce conviction in violent assault, urges early release for convicted murderer-repeat burglar

Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt and his Justice Integrity Unit are scheduled to urge a judge on Monday to either lower or set aside charges for eight individuals, some of whom have been convicted of robbery, violent assault, or murder, just days before he leaves office. Senate Bill 819, which was passed by state … Read more

Oregon turned to 6-5 safety Kingston Lopa against All-American Tyler Warren. Could No. 1 Ducks call upon the freshman against Ohio State in Rose Bowl?

Eugene According to Dan Lanning, players who start the season with minor roles have the potential to develop into important ones by the end of the season. Kingston Lopais, a safety from Oregon, is the most recent example. Redshirting for the No. 1 Ducks in the second part of the season, the 6-foot-5, 198-pound Lopa … Read more

Avalanche warning for Baker and Grant counties until Monday morning

The National Weather Service issued an avalanche warning for Baker and Grant counties at 6:59 a.m. on Sunday. “The Wallowa Avalanche Center in Joseph, Oregon, has requested that the following communication be sent. The weather service reports that a backcountry avalanche warning has been issued by the Wallowa Avalanche Center in Joseph. “Please visit the … Read more