Lawsuit Challenges Oregon's Male Circumcision Law for Discrimination
#Oregon #CircumcisionLawsuitA lawsuit in Oregon challenges male circumcision, arguing that it violates equal protection laws as only female genital mutilation is banned. Attorney Clopper filed on behalf of men whose bodily autonomy was allegedly violated. read more
Oregon's New Law on Drug Possession Leads to Surge in Arrests
#Oregon #DrugPolicyIn Medford, Oregon, police officers are seen making arrests due to the state's revamped drug policy, which has led to a surge in arrests for possession and camping violations, creating challenges for those struggling with addiction and lack of legal representation. read more
Tragic end to search: Missing Oregon toddler found in river
#Oregon #TragicLossA two-year-old boy, Dane Paulsen, who went missing in Oregon, was found in a river after an 11-day search by a volunteer diver. The investigation is ongoing with no evidence of foul play. A GoFundMe for the family has raised over $20,000. read more
Frantic Search Underway for Missing 2-Year-Old Dane Paulsen in Oregon
#MissingChild #OregonDane Paulsen, a 2-year-old boy, disappeared from his front yard in Siletz, Oregon, prompting a search with hundreds of volunteers involved. Law enforcement utilized resources like drones and tracking dogs in the search. The investigation continues without an Amber Alert. read more
Oregon's I-84 100-Car Pileup Causes Chaos Near Portland
#Oregon #WinterStormWhiteout conditions led to a 100-car pileup on Oregon's I-84, with several people injured and drivers stranded. Emergency responders are checking vehicles in chaotic scenes near Portland, as the winter storm worsens road conditions, prompting a state of emergency. read more
Oregon Zoo Welcomes 200lb Baby Elephant to Rose-Tu's Herd
#Oregon #ElephantBirthsRose-Tu, a thirty-year-old Asian elephant at the Oregon zoo in Portland, gave birth to a 200lb calf after a smooth 20-month pregnancy, with the baby standing up within 15 minutes. Both are well, and the zoo aims to ensure they have a strong bond before allowing visitors. read more
Family Sues Hospital for $900,000 After Surgery Fire Death
#Oregon #MedicalMalpracticeThe family of John Michael Murdoch is seeking $900,000 from Oregon Health and Science University hospital after his face caught fire during surgery in 2022. The lawsuit claims that alcohol swabbed on his face ignited due to a sparking surgical tool. read more
St. Helens High School Principal Indicted for Failing Student Protection
#Oregon #SexualAbuseScandalOregon high school principal indicted for failing to protect students amid sexual abuse scandal involving two teachers. Principal Katy Wagner faces charges of criminal mistreatment and official misconduct. Two teachers have been arrested on sexual abuse charges. read more
Janelle Bynum Makes History as Oregon's First Black Congresswoman
#Oregon #BlackCongresswomanJanelle Bynum, the first Black member of Congress in Oregon, flipped a US House seat from Republicans to Democrats by ousting Lori Chavez-DeRemer, marking a victory for the party after a GOP win in 2022. read more
Cyclist Hit by Ambulance Seeks Nearly $1 Million in Lawsuit
#Oregon #AmbulanceAccidentWilliam Hoesch, 71, was hit by an ambulance in Oregon while cycling, leading to a $1,862 bill for the ride to the hospital. He is suing the Columbia River fire department for $1 million, citing permanent injuries and escalating medical costs. read more
Arson Attacks on Ballot Boxes in Oregon and Washington Connected
#Oregon #WashingtonArson attacks on ballot boxes in Oregon and Washington may be connected as police investigate incidents involving an identical Volvo. The fires compromised hundreds of ballots and are being treated as intentional acts against the election process. read more
Tragic Oregon Plane Crash Kills Three, Displaces Families
#Oregon #PlaneCrashIn Oregon, a small plane crashed into a neighborhood near Portland, killing three people and causing a power outage. The aircraft, a twin-engine Cessna 421C, went down near Troutdale Airport, resulting in several homes catching on fire. read more
#Oregon #AmusementParkLawsuit
A mother files a $125k lawsuit against an Oregon amusement park after her 14-year-old daughter and others were stuck upside down on a ride for 30 minutes. The lawsuit claims negligence, seeking compensation for trauma. read more
#Oregon #AmusementParkRescue
Emergency crews in Oregon rescue 28 individuals stuck upside down on the AtmosFear ride at the Oaks Amusement Park. Riders were evacuated and evaluated with no reported injuries. The park, operating since 1905, plans to determine the cause of the malfunction. read more
#Oregon #RodeoSafety
An escaped rodeo bull named Party Bus caused chaos at the 84th Sisters Rodeo in Oregon, injuring three people before being secured by professionals. The incident occurred as spectators sang along to music, with videos showing the bull running through a concession area. read more
#Oregon #HoodwinkerSunfish
A giant hoodwinker sunfish, possibly the largest on record, has washed up on an Oregon beach, captivating beachgoers. The huge sea creature may stay for weeks due to its tough skin. The rare find challenges its known habitat in the southern hemisphere. read more
#Oregon #DogRescue
Brandon Garrett's pickup truck was found at the bottom of an Oregon ravine on June 3, 2024. After he crashed, one of his dogs ran four miles to get help, leading rescuers to him. read more
#Oregon #DeathwithDignity
Youssef Cohen, with incurable cancer, advocated for the right to choose his death and moved to Oregon to utilize its Death with Dignity law. The law has inspired similar legislation worldwide, meeting some opposition, yet significantly impacting end-of-life care. read more
#Oregon #PoliceReform
Mike Schmidt, Multnomah County district attorney, concedes election in Oregon to police-endorsed Nathan Vasquez. Vasquez pledges to improve law enforcement relations and prosecute more cases, winning over 50% of the vote. Political upheaval in Oregon includes homelessness and drug crisis. read more
#Oregon #SalmonCrash
A truck carrying 102,000 live salmon crashed in Oregon, tipping 77,000 fish into a creek while 25,529 perished. Despite reducing the river's adult salmon return, the accident inadvertently replenished a different body of water. read more