Breaking NewsOregon is one of 25 states seeing increased coronavirus cases, and the state will likely see more hospitalizations within the next couple weeks.6:09 PM PDT June 23, 2020PORTLAND, Ore — Medical experts around the country say as cases of coronavirus continue to rise, states like Oregon can expect a rise in hospitalizations.Dr. Joseph Deng is a critical care doctor at Legacy Emanuel in Portland."It's really not that different, it's just extra busy," Deng said. "All the other non-COVID diseases are also being seen."Deng said other emergency room visits and healthcare needs are...…Breaking NewsOregon is one of 25 states seeing increased coronavirus cases, and the state will likely see more hospitalizations within the next couple weeks.6:09 PM PDT June 23, 2020PORTLAND, Ore — Medical experts around the country say as cases of coronavirus continue to rise, states like Oregon can expect a rise in hospitalizations.Dr. Joseph Deng is a critical care doctor at Legacy Emanuel in Portland."It's really not that different, it's just extra busy," Deng said. "All the other non-COVID diseases are also being seen."Deng said other emergency room visits and healthcare needs are...WW…

Breaking NewsLocal seafood groups are working to support fishers and families who have lost income.2:31 PM PDT August 8, 2020NEWPORT, Ore — Oregon seafood groups are rallying to support those struggling in the fishing industry during the COVID-19 pandemic."It affected the business as a whole in the community, because fishing is the largest industry," Taunette Dixon said.Dixon is part of a fourth generation fishing family in Newport. She said since earlier this year, overseas and domestic business has largely dried up."When restaurants started closing down — that's our biggest market in the...…Breaking NewsLocal seafood groups are working to support fishers and families who have lost income.2:31 PM PDT August 8, 2020NEWPORT, Ore — Oregon seafood groups are rallying to support those struggling in the fishing industry during the COVID-19 pandemic."It affected the business as a whole in the community, because fishing is the largest industry," Taunette Dixon said.Dixon is part of a fourth generation fishing family in Newport. She said since earlier this year, overseas and domestic business has largely dried up."When restaurants started closing down — that's our biggest market in the...WW…

Breaking NewsOfficer Jakhary Jackson has worked with Portland Police Bureau for nearly 10 years. He shared his experience as a Black officer during a police briefing Thursday.3:46 PM PDT July 10, 2020PORTLAND, Ore. — Officer Jakhary Jackson says his work with Portland Police Bureau (PPB) is all about community."I wanted to make the most out of my life ... just hearing that call come out over the radio and you know people are in trouble and need help," Jackson said during a PPB news briefing Thursday. "You could change people's lives ... just by giving somebody a hug that is having the worst...…Breaking NewsOfficer Jakhary Jackson has worked with Portland Police Bureau for nearly 10 years. He shared his experience as a Black officer during a police briefing Thursday.3:46 PM PDT July 10, 2020PORTLAND, Ore. — Officer Jakhary Jackson says his work with Portland Police Bureau (PPB) is all about community."I wanted to make the most out of my life ... just hearing that call come out over the radio and you know people are in trouble and need help," Jackson said during a PPB news briefing Thursday. "You could change people's lives ... just by giving somebody a hug that is having the worst...WW…

Breaking NewsThe committee narrowed its list of recommended groups to BIPOC and people with chronic conditions. The list is not final yet.6:42 PM PST January 22, 2021OREGON, USA — The Oregon COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee is fine-tuning its potential recommendations for the next people in line for the shot.This week, the group reconvened to further discuss vaccination equity. The committee will present recommendations to the governor's office about the next vaccination groups after seniors and educators.Last week prioritizing:By the end of Thursday's meeting, the committee narrowed...…Breaking NewsThe committee narrowed its list of recommended groups to BIPOC and people with chronic conditions. The list is not final yet.6:42 PM PST January 22, 2021OREGON, USA — The Oregon COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee is fine-tuning its potential recommendations for the next people in line for the shot.This week, the group reconvened to further discuss vaccination equity. The committee will present recommendations to the governor's office about the next vaccination groups after seniors and educators.Last week prioritizing:By the end of Thursday's meeting, the committee narrowed...WW…