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MORNING MINUTE: Spike in Portland traffic deaths, preschool abuse allegations, rescue on Rogue River
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- MORNING MINUTE: Spike in Portland traffic deaths, preschool abuse allegations, rescue on Rogue River
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- In your Morning Minute - A new report shows a spike in traffic deaths in the Portland metro area, a former preschool teacher is accused of abusing a student, and the U.S. Coast Guard rescued someone along the Rogue River. More of the day's top stories: https://katu.com/
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- REPORT: Portland traffic deaths rise to 36 so far this year despite safety push
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- 3:07
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- A new report shows traffic deaths in Portland remain a stubborn challenge, even as city officials ramp up safety efforts on streets and intersections with the worst crash records.
Portland’s Vision Zero program aims to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries, but new data shows the city continues to face a troubling number of deaths on its roads.
According to the report prepared by the City Administrator, 36 people have died in traffic crashes so far this year, compared with 25 at the same point last year and 38 at the same point in 2024.
It also shows that motorcycle deaths have doubled, from seven to 14, while deaths on city streets maintained by the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) have climbed from 13 to 25.
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- Oregon Republican Governor candidate asked: 'Who won the 2020 presidential election?'
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek and her challenger Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan dug into the issues of affordability, homelessness and housing, education, data centers and more in a sometimes-contentious debate in Eugene on Thursday night.
In one of the questions posed by the panel, Drazan was asked who she thought won the 2020 presidential election. Without hesitation, she replied "Biden."
This video shows the subsequent interactions between the candidates on the topic.
https://katu.com/news/local/incumbent-democrat-kotek-republican-challenger-drazan-face-off-in-oregon-governor-debate-watch-tina-christine-eugene-oregon-university-stream-live-streaming-kunp-october-2026
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- Benson High School case raises alarm over '764' online network targeting children
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- 4:04
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Prosecutors said Friday that the FBI found references to the violent online network known as “764” and numerous searches about harming others on devices belonging to the teenager charged in the Benson Polytechnic High School chemical incident.
The allegations are drawing attention to a broader threat the FBI says targets children through social media, gaming platforms and messaging apps.
The 15-year-old faces 19 charges, including 12 counts of attempted murder or attempted aggravated murder and domestic terrorism charges, following the Sept. 8 incident at the school in Portland’s Kerns neighborhood. Investigators say he mixed chemicals in the cafeteria and inhaled fumes, critically injuring himself.
The references described in court do not, by themselves, establish that the teenager was a member of 764.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/portland-benson-high-school-case-raises-alarm-over-764-online-network-targeting-children-soci...
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- GOV. DEBATE | With farmers worried by out-of-state competition, would you raise overtime threshold?
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- 2:54
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek and her challenger Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan dug into the issues of affordability, homelessness and housing, education, data centers and more in a sometimes-contentious debate in Eugene on Thursday night.
One question raised by the panel dealt with Oregon's farm overtime threshold, which some farmers say has made it challenging for them to compete with other states.
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- KATU News @ 3:30: Benson High teen charged, Oregon governor debate aftermath
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- 28:14
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The Benson Polytechnic High School Student accused of exposing classmates to a chemical mixture last month, critically injuring himself in the process, is facing nearly 20 charges, including 12 counts of attempted murder and domestic terrorism. And less than 24 hours after Gov. Tina Kotek and challenger Chritine Drazan faced off in Eugene, we’re checking in on how Oregonians feel about the state of the race.
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- Benson High School Hazmat Charges
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- 19:47
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Officials are holding a news conference on the case against a teen charged in connection with the hazmat incident at Benson High School.
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- More Oregon gubernatorial debate details and how it could sway the election
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- 4:50
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- The top two candidates for Oregon governor clashed Thursday night in their first televised debate of the general-election campaign, offering sharply different views of why the state is struggling with affordability, education and public safety.
Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek, seeking a second term, repeatedly criticized Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan’s voting record and tried to tie her to President Donald Trump’s policies.
Chandler James, an assistant professor of political science at the University of Oregon, said debates can help voters compare candidates and hold them accountable for their policy positions.
James said the people who watch gubernatorial debates are often highly engaged voters who have already made up their minds.
Many others may see only a short clip on social media or in news coverage, rather than the full debate. That can remove context, he said, and amplify a single damaging exchange or mistake.
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- Student faces 19 charges connected to chemical incident at Benson HS in Portland
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- 2:47
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- The Benson Polytechnic High School Student accused of exposing classmates to a chemical mixture last month, critically injuring himself in the process, is facing nearly 20 charges, including 12 counts of attempted murder and domestic terrorism.
The 15-year-old student was charged on 19 counts following the Sept. 8 incident.
According to investigators, the student allegedly mixed chemicals inside the school cafeteria, inhaling off-gassing from the mix in the process.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/student-faces-domestic-terrorism-charge-for-chemical-incident-hazmat-benson-polytechnic-high-school-portland-oregon-judicial-department-investigation
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- Drazan, Kotek debate deficiencies in Oregon's education system
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- 3:01
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- The top two candidates for Oregon governor clashed Thursday night in their first televised debate of the general-election campaign, offering sharply different views of why the state is struggling with affordability, education and public safety.
Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek, seeking a second term, repeatedly criticized Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan’s voting record and tried to tie her to President Donald Trump’s policies.
FULL STORY: https://katu.com/news/local/more-oregon-gubernatorial-debate-details-and-how-it-could-sway-the-election
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- GOVERNOR DEBATE | Candidates tackle issues of homelessness, housing, and affordability in Oregon
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- 6:06
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- in a televised debate on Thursday night, Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek and her challenger Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan went head-to-head on several issues facing the state. Here they are answering questions centered around homelessness and housing, and affordability for Oregonians.
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- Clash over campaign donors during Oregon governor debate in Eugene
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- 2:35
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- This election marks the second time Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek and her challenger Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan have battled for the Oregon governor’s office: https://bit.ly/4e9gf9L
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- Oregon Governor candidates spar over vote-by-mail ahead of 2026 election
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- 2:42
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek and her challenger Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan dug into the issues Thursday at a sometimes-contentious debate in Eugene, including the state's vote-by-mail system.
One question posed to Drazan was about her being the chief sponsor of a bill that would have returned the state to in-person voting, and if she had any evidence on whether the vote-by-mail system is untrustworthy.
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- WATCH: New York Gov. Hochul to address Cornell case after appointing AG James as special prosecutor
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- 13:59
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed state Attorney General Letitia James to investigate a former Cornell University student’s rape allegation. https://bit.ly/4yuVJZy
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- Blazers fire new play-by-play broadcaster, contentious Oregon governor debate, 'door kick challenge'
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- MORNING MINUTE | Portland Trail Blazers fire new play-by-play broadcaster Braiden Bell after sexist, racist tweets discovered, a contentious debate between the candidates for Oregon governor, and deputies warn of 'door kick challenge.' More headlines: https://katu.com/
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- KATU News at 3:30: Kotek, Drazan debate, Longview Superintendent sues district
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- 26:33
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Gov. Tina Kotek and Republican challenger Christine Drazan are set to have their first televised debate ahead of the November election. With polls showing a statistical tie, Thursday night’s debate offers a chance for the candidates to separate themselves. And embattled Longview Superintendent Karen Cloninger is suing the district saying she followed mandatory reporting laws in the alleged sex assault investigation at Mark Morris High School.
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- Neighbor warns of 'door kick challenge' reports in Portland metro: 'It's very dangerous'
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- 2:37
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Law enforcement agencies are warning about a social media trend called the "door kick challenge," saying the prank isn’t only illegal, but could be dangerous to everyone involved.
Several instances of the prank have surfaced on neighborhood groups in the Portland-metro area, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that it is taking reports of the TikTok challenge.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/neighbor-warns-of-door-kick-challenge-reports-in-portland-metro-its-very-dangerous-social-media-tiktok-washington-county-sheriffs-office-nextdoor-video
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- What Kotek, Drazan said about data centers in TV debate
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- 3:36
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek and Republican challenger state Sen. Christine Drazan participated in a debate that took place at the University of Oregon.
We heard topics ranging from affordability, wildfires and taxes, but one of the biggest hot button topics not only here in Oregon but nationwide is data centers.
FULL DEBATE STORY AND VIDEO: https://katu.com/news/local/incumbent-democrat-kotek-republican-challenger-drazan-face-off-in-oregon-governor-debate-watch-tina-christine-eugene-oregon-university-stream-live-streaming-kunp-october-2026
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- WATCH | Kilauea volcano in Hawai'i spews lava during latest eruption
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- 1:04:16
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is erupting, spewing lava as its latest eruption continues.
Kilauea, on Hawaii's Big Island, has been dazzling residents and visitors for more than year with an on-and-off eruption that periodically sends fountains of lava soaring into the sky. | MORE HEADLINES: https://katu.com/
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- Plan to keep 8-minute emergency response fails in close Multnomah County board vote
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- 7:55
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Multnomah County leaders are debating a proposal that could nearly double ambulance response times in life-threatening emergencies for people living in Fairview, Troutdale and Wood Village.
Commissioner Vince Jones-Dixon raised serious concerns after the Multnomah County Board voted down his plan to keep the current eight-minute emergency response standard for these east county cities. The board instead approved a 15-minute goal, which is almost twice as long as the current wait time for help.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/plan-to-keep-8-minute-emergency-response-fails-in-close-multnomah-county-board-vote-county-chair-jessica-vega-pederson-fairview-mayor-keith-kudrna
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- Portland Fire coach Alex Sarama reflects on team’s first season
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- 9:47
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Coach Alex Sarama reflects on the Portland Fire's inaugural season, highlighting strong fan support, player development, team identity, and future goals.
He also emphasized the importance of balancing immediate competitiveness with long-term growth, noting that the team's unique approach to training and player development has laid a solid foundation for future success.
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- Gov. Kotek, Sen. Drazan answer questions on abortion, voting, healthcare in Oregon: DEBATE PART 2
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- 21:30
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Oregon’s race for governor is tightening, with new polling showing Democratic incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek and Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan essentially tied.
Listen to Part 2 of the Oregon Governor's Debate on Oct. 1, 2026.
In Part 2 of the Oregon Governor’s Debate between incumbent Gov. Kotek and Sen. Drazan, the candidates take individual questions tailored to each candidate, including asking about women’s reproductive rights such as access to abortion. The candidates also discuss access to mental health care.
Kotek and Drazan also answered questions about Oregon’s vote-by-mail system and election integrity, as well as transportation, and campaign donors.
#politics #governor #debate #oregon #kotek #drazan
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- Gov. Kotek, Sen. Drazan face-off in questions on farmers, data centers, affordability: DEBATE PART 1
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- 29:36
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Oregon’s race for governor is tightening, with new polling showing Democratic incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek and Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan essentially tied.
Listen to Part 1 of the Oregon Governor's Debate on Oct. 1, 2026.
In Part 1 of the Oregon Governor’s Debate between incumbent Gov. Kotek and Sen. Drazan, the candidates answer questions about protecting farmers and workers, including how each of them would handle agricultural overtime.
They also talk about data centers in Oregon, their impact, and how Oregon needs to handle the data center boom. They also discussed higher education and ways to make Oregon more affordable for all families.
#politics #kotek #drazan #governordebate #oregon
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- ELECTION 2026: Kotek, Drazan face off in televised debate in Oregon governor’s race
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- 1:01:16
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- With election day nearly a month away, the polls have Oregon’s Democrat incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek and Republican State Senator Christine Drazan neck and neck. Both candidates will face off in a televised debate in Eugene on Thursday night, looking to separate themselves in the race for governor.
**EDITOR'S NOTE** Our team experienced some technical difficulties during this live stream, which caused the feed to cut out during the first half of the debate. You can find the uninterrupted first half of the debate here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxyLFcSJlZw&t=181s - or linked at the end of this video.
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- Tillamook Air Museum aiming for October comeback after months of uncertainty
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- 2:27
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Following months of uncertainty, the Tillamook Air Museum is aiming to reopen in the mid to late October after a strong storm damaged the World War II-era hangar late last year.
Hangar B is one of the largest clear-span wooden structures in the world, and has been in Tillamook since August of 1943.
Now that Hangar B has officially been sold, the museum could welcome visitors back soon as this month - if all goes to plan.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/tillamook-air-museum-aiming-for-october-comeback-after-months-of-uncertainty-world-war-ii-era-blimp-hangar-b-vintage-aviation-museum-aircraft
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- Oregon schools seek billions more as lawmakers weigh funding, accountability
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- 4:05
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Oregon schools say they need billions of dollars more, setting up a debate for the 2027 legislative session over how much the state should spend — and what it should expect in return.
The Oregon Quality Education Commission estimates the state would need an additional $2.5 billion over the next two years just to maintain current school services.
Meeting new state goals for third-grade reading, eighth-grade math and student attendance would require nearly $5 billion more, according to the commission. That would push total state K-12 funding above $16 billion.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/project-education/oregon-schools-seek-billions-more-as-lawmakers-weigh-funding-accountability-students-teachers-parents-accountability-politics-learning-local-money-grades
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- Neighbor warns of 'door kick challenge' reports in Portland metro: 'It's very dangerous'
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- Law enforcement agencies are warning about a social media trend called the "door kick challenge," saying the prank isn’t only illegal, but could be dangerous to everyone involved.
Several instances of the prank have surfaced on neighborhood groups in the Portland metro area, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that they are taking reports of the TikTok challenge.
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- WATCH | President Trump speaks before White House departure, heading for Texas
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- 14:14
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- WATCH | President Donald Trump speaks with reporters on October 1, 2026 before he departs from the White House South Lawn heading for Texas.
The president is expected to tour a Peterbilt Motors factory in Denton to highlight manufacturing and his economic agenda.
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- MORNING MINUTE FlyDubai captain hailed hero, UO reports 5 sexual assaults, deadly hit-and-run arrest
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- MORNING MINUTE | FlyDubai captain hailed a hero after cockpit stabbing, UO reports five sexual assaults on or near campus in past week, Vancouver woman arrested for deadly hit-and-run crash of road worker in Gresham. More headlines here: https://katu.com/
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- Survivor says campus support still falls short at colleges despite more talk about sexual assault
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- 3:55
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- A sexual assault survivor says universities need to do more than encourage students to report abuse. They need to take those reports seriously, protect survivors’ privacy and help them continue their education.
Katie Yates says she was raped at a fraternity in 2015, when she was 18. More than a decade later, hearing about other sexual assault cases still affects her.
“I grieve for them because this is a journey that they're going to be on the rest of their life,” she said.
Yates spoke with KATU about what survivors need, the progress she has seen and the changes she wants universities to make.
READ MORE | https://katu.com/news/local/survivor-says-campus-support-still-falls-short-despite-more-talk-about-sexual-assault
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- Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley protesting Triumphal Arch in Washington D.C., calls for veteran support
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- 13:33
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley is joining a Public Citizen-led protest and press conference alongside military veterans, Rep. Don Beyer (VA-8), Sen. Tammy Duckworth (IL), and others to "demand that the Trump administration withdraw its plans to build its illegal ‘Triumphal Arch’ and instead focus on real issues that affect our active military members, veterans and all Americans."
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- KATU News @ 3:30: Federal funding changes to homeless services, Dante Moore update
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- 32:22
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- A major federal funding deadline looms Wednesday night that could shape who gets help off the streets here next year. Local homeless service providers are applying for millions of dollars that help pay for services. But this year they’re competing under new federal priorities. And Oregon Head Football Coach Dan Lanning gave an update on the health of star QB Dante Moore.
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- Crash partially blocks I-5 southbound near Wilsonville, Oregon
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- 1:16:31
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- A crash involving a semi and two cars has part of Interstate 5 southbound blocked near Wilsonville, Oregon during the Wednesday morning commute. https://bit.ly/4rCX1yO
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- Multnomah County Commissioner Julia Brim-Edwards’ thoughts on ambulance response time goal
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- 9:26
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Multnomah County commissioners are set to discuss a plan that could increase the ambulance response-time goal from eight minutes to 15 minutes in Wood Village, Fairview and Troutdale.
The current eight-minute standard was set for faster service, but county officials say keeping it would require adding about two-and-a-half ambulances in East County at a cost of about $3.5 million per year, plus another $3.4 million to avoid putting a strain on ambulance coverage in other areas.
Here's our interview with Multnomah County Commissioner Julia Brim-Edwards.
FULL STORY: https://katu.com/news/local/wood-village-concern-plan-increase-ambulance-response-times-goal-multnomah-county-commissioners-julia-brim-edwards-chair-jessica-vega-pederson
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- Wood Village leaders express concern over plan to increase ambulance response times goal
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- 5:47
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Leaders in Wood Village are speaking out about a proposal that would allow ambulances more time to reach people facing life-threatening medical emergencies.
Multnomah County commissioners are set to discuss a plan that could increase the ambulance response-time goal from eight minutes to 15 minutes in Wood Village, Fairview and Troutdale. The current eight-minute standard was set for faster service, but county officials say keeping it would require adding about two-and-a-half ambulances in East County at a cost of about $3.5 million per year, plus another $3.4 million to avoid putting a strain on ambulance coverage in other areas.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/wood-village-concern-plan-increase-ambulance-response-times-goal-multnomah-county-commissioners-julia-brim-edwards-chair-jessica-vega-pederson
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- Oregon providers warn shift from Housing First could push thousands into homelessness
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Oregon homeless service providers worry a federal shift away from Housing First policies could put thousands of people at risk of losing housing and reduce the services available to help them remain stable.
The agency provides support to low-income residents, including housing, rental assistance and other services for people experiencing homelessness.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order last year directing federal policy away from Housing First, which prioritizes providing permanent housing without requiring sobriety or treatment first. The order instead emphasizes recovery and addiction-support approaches.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/oregon-homeless-services-providers-housing-first-trump-administration-multnomah-county-mid-willamette-valley-community-action
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- Oregon Coach Dan Lanning on Dante Moore concussion, Desman Stephens ll 1 game suspension & more
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- 8:18
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Oregon Football Head Coach Dan Lanning is speaking Wednesday, September 30, 2026 after quarterback Dante Moore sustained a concussion and was taken to the hospital following a terrifying hit in Saturday night’s game against USC. https://bit.ly/4huDxb9
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- WATCH | President Trump again rejects calls for AI safety laws, says companies can self-regulate
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- 38:08
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- This video shows U.S. President Donald Trump holding a press briefing with AI executives outside the West Wing of the White House following a meeting on artificial intelligence on September 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.
Trump concluded the meeting with leaders of the country's foremost AI and tech companies no closer to heeding warnings that rapidly advancing AI could evade of human control.
Hours earlier, Trump celebrated the launch of an AI-powered platform for citizens to navigate government programs and services. During remarks, he reiterated his stance that outcompeting China should be the utmost priority. When Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House last week, many lawmakers and AI professionals hoped the leaders would put competition aside to make progress on shared safety standards. That didn't happen.
"We talked about it, not that much because I didn't want to do anything. We're leading, so why would I want to do anythi...
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- President Trump again rejects calls for AI safety laws, says companies can self-regulate
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump concluded a meeting with leaders of the country's foremost AI and tech companies Tuesday, no closer to heeding warnings that rapidly advancing AI could evade of human control.
READ MORE | https://katu.com/news/nation-world/trump-again-rejects-calls-for-ai-safety-laws-says-companies-can-self-regulate-department-justice-open-ai-sam-altman
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- Video: Clark County deputies use grappler to stop suspect before hourlong standoff
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- New bodycam and dashcam video from the Clark County Sheriff’s Office shows the pursuit, Grappler deployment and lengthy standoff that ended with the arrest of 48-year-old Aaron Hetland in the Orchards area.
The incident began around 2:30 p.m. Monday, when Hetland’s mother called 911 and reported that he had damaged property inside the home they share on Northeast 107th Street.
Hetland allegedly left in a blue Toyota Corolla before returning to the home around 3:45 p.m., prompting another 911 call.
Deputies encountered Hetland as he was leaving and attempted to pull him over. According to CCSO, Hetland returned to the home and parked in the driveway but refused deputies’ commands to get out of the vehicle after being told he was under arrest.
The sheriff’s office says Hetland then drove into the garage door, backed out of the driveway and fled from deputies.
Shortly after 5 p.m., deputies located Hetland driving on...
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- MORNING MINUTE: Homicide suspect killed by police identified, E-bike safety, Willamette Blvd changes
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- In today's Morning Minute, we're learning more about the suspect who died in a police shooting that also killed Portland Police K-9 Kylo, Oregon lawmakers are discussing e-bike and e-scooter safety and enforcement, and there are new changes to Willamette Boulevard in Portland. More headlines: https://katu.com/
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- KATU News @ 3:30: New details in deadly Portland Police shooting, earthquake near Seattle
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- 31:21
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- KATU has learned brand new details about a homicide investigation that stretched from Gresham to Southeast Portland — and ended with a police shooting that led to the deaths of the murder suspect and police K-9 named Kylo. And a 4.2 magnitude earthquake was just recorded near Seattle.
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- Portland, Gresham police officials update shooting that killed homicide suspect, PPB K-9 Kylo
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- 30:25
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Investigators are shedding new light on the police shooting in Southeast Portland that followed the discovery of a homicide victim in Gresham.
Portland Police Chief Day, Gresham PD Chief Gullberg, and Multnomah Co. District Attorney Vasquez are all expected to speak at the press conference. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/4xRhCAW
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- E-bike crashes involving young riders prompt Oregon lawmakers to weigh safety changes
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- 3:55
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Recent crashes involving children and teens on e-bikes, electric motorcycles and e-scooters are raising questions about safety and enforcement, even after Oregon changed some of its rules this summer.
Deputies are warning families to understand the rules before letting their children ride. KATU asked state Rep. Susan McLain and Sen. Chris Gorsek what needs to happen next.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/e-bike-crashes-involving-young-riders-prompt-oregon-lawmakers-to-weigh-safety-changes
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- Authorities ID suspect killed in SE Portland police shooting; K9 wounded by friendly fire
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- 4:14
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- New details are emerging after last week’s deadly shooting involving police and a wanted murder suspect in Southeast Portland.
Authorities identified the man killed in the shootout as 39-year-old Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell of Portland.
The shooting happened outside the Chestnut Tree Inn after a fast-moving investigation began earlier that morning, when Gresham police officers found 60-year-old Jeff Thompson shot to death inside his home on Southeast Market Street.
KATU learned that just a few months before the alleged homicide, Campbell had been released from prison after serving time for unlawful use of a weapon, fourth-degree assault and felon in possession of a firearm, according to an Oregon Department of Corrections spokesperson.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/portland-police-investigate-officer-involved-shooting-gresham-homicide-crime-deadly-police-local-us-marshal-service-k9-kylo-killed-gun
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- INTERVIEW: Tagged birds with new tech allow Oregon researchers to track their journey to Mexico
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- 11:56
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Two Western Purple Martins from the Oregon coast are giving researchers a rare look at where these birds go after nesting season.
It is an important question as their population is declining, with about 3,500 pairs currently in the Pacific Northwest.
Knowing exactly where they go helps researchers learn how to help them.
Using new Bluetooth-enabled tags, researchers have tracked Finn and Elise more than 1,500 away in Mexico and already they're learning things they didn't expect.
Here's an interview with Sarah Rockwell, with Klamath Bird Observatory.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/tagged-birds-western-purple-martinsallow-oregon-researchers-to-track-their-journey-to-mexico-brazil-klamath-bird-observatory
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- North Portland neighbors say Willamette Boulevard changes create hazards and slow travel
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- 3:35
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Some North Portland residents are frustrated with new speed cushions and concrete bike lane dividers installed along North Willamette Boulevard, arguing the project has complicated travel and created new hazards.
The Portland Bureau of Transportation is adding speed cushions between North Rosa Parks Way and North Richmond Avenue, along with concrete separators for bike lanes. PBOT expects construction to wrap up soon.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/st-johns-neighbors-say-willamette-boulevard-changes-create-hazards-and-slow-travel-portland-oregon-traffic-alert-drivers-emergency-commute-public-safety
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- INTERVIEW: An Oregon lawmaker's take on e-scooter and e-bike safety
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- 3:23
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- E-scooter and e-bike injuries continue to be a major issue, especially for young people.
We're looking at recent incidents and what can be done to improve safety.
While all these situations are different and span Oregon and Washington, they beg the question of whether enough is being done to keep riders safe.
Oregon state Sen. Chris Gorsek, a member of the Senate Transportation Committee and all joint transportation committees, joined KATU for a live on-air interview on Tuesday to discuss enforcement, education around the issue, and any plans for legislation to regulate e-scooters and e-bikes.
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- Firefighters battle natural gas-fed fire in SE Portland, nearby townhomes evacuated
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Firefighters put out a natural gas-fed fire burning a townhouse and nearby garage in Southeast Portland early Tuesday morning.
The fire was reported just before 5 a.m. near the intersection of SE 141st Avenue and Division Street.
Portland Fire & Rescue crews arrived to find the townhome, a garage, and three vehicles on fire.
There were no reports of injuries.
MORE: https://katu.com/news/local/firefighters-battle-natural-gas-fed-fire-in-se-portland-nearby-townhomes-evacuated-rescue-nw-oregon-firefighter
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- Possible bobcat sighting reported in Bethany neighborhood of Washington County, Oregon
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- 0:35
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Authorities have reached out to the Oregon State Police and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife about the sighting.
Residents in Bethany, Ore., are being warned after a bobcat was reportedly caught on video in a residential neighborhood.
The “large cat” was recorded on NW Kaiser Road near NW Springville Road, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.
Though a positive identification was not made, the sheriff’s office said the animal is believed to be a bobcat.
READ MORE | https://katu.com/news/local/possible-bobcat-sighting-reported-in-bethany-in-washington-county-rural-sheriffs-office-residents-warned-wildlife-danger
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