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Two shocking homicides hit Pierce County, Washington, within hours—both targeted, both involving related victims shot inside homes. Authorities have identified 24-year-old Hayes McCloud as a person of interest, and he’s now in custody after being located by Seaside Police. The investigation is still unfolding, but this fast-moving case has the nation’s attention. Listen in comfort: Get a discount...

A controversial clean energy funding initiative to redirect money to Portland’s police bureau has made the ballot after hitting the 40K-signature threshold—but just days later, 77 new complaints allege election law violations in how signatures were gathered, including misleading voters and improper canvassing. Legal experts warn that if enough signatures are invalidated, the entire campaign could...

A sudden shelter-in-place order hit Seaside last night after authorities scrambled to locate a Washington homicide suspect, McCloud, tied to two brutal killings in Pierce County. Alerts sent residents fleeing The Cove and hunkering down on Sunset Blvd — but just over an hour later, the order was lifted after McCloud was found. Still, locals are warned to avoid The Cove as the investigation continu...

Portland’s iconic Lloyd Center is set to close for good on August 8th after the City Council rejected appeals to save the mall — and especially its legendary ice rink — paving the way for a massive redevelopment. Developers promise new housing, shops, and community spaces, while longtime residents mourn the loss of a beloved landmark that’s been part of the city since 1960. Though some council mem...

Oregon’s Attorney General Dan Rayfield is launching a fierce legal challenge against Paramount’s $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger, demanding full transparency and a 60-day pause to review critical documents. Filing a court motion, Rayfield argues the deal threatens Oregon’s film industry, economy, and consumer rights—and won’t let Paramount “play hide the ball.” While the Justice Departm...

Portland Public Schools is in deep budget trouble, facing a projected $65 million deficit next year as one-time funds run out and costs rise. Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong made it clear that any new money won’t go toward rehiring laid-off teachers—despite a union push to reverse those cuts. The Portland Association of Teachers, led by its new president, is demanding collaboration to find savi...

A beloved Canada goose named Princess Colette, a cherished fixture in Lake Oswego, was fatally shot with a BB gun — a crime illegal in the city — leaving the community heartbroken and outraged. X-rays revealed multiple pellets inside her, one damaging her wing, and federal protections for geese are now being enforced as Oregon authorities investigate. Residents, including Della Shanley who even na...

Salem’s taking legal action against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to stop the planned draining of Detroit Lake, arguing it threatens their drinking water supply — joining Marion County and other towns in a coordinated push to halt the project until a critical water clarity study is complete. The Corps says it’s adjusted its plan to minimize downstream impacts, but the battle over clean water co...

The Department of Justice has sent urgent warning letters to Oregon and Washington election officials, alleging noncitizen voting and threatening criminal prosecution if federal compliance isn’t met within five days. Both states swiftly dismissed the claims as baseless and politically motivated, with officials vowing to uphold secure, fair elections despite the DOJ’s legal threats. Listen in comfo...

Portland’s iconic Tom McCall Waterfront Park is getting a massive makeover after decades of neglect—now a design competition is underway to transform this 30-acre gem into a daily destination that pulses with the city’s soul. With community input already shaping the vision, finalists will pitch bold ideas to reconnect the park with the river, revitalize the Bowl area (with $40M earmarked), and ens...

Salem police pulled off a massive bust arresting 47-year-old Michael Brasi for domestic stalking — but what they found when they raided his stash was far worse: 54 guns, including stolen ones, eight homemade silencers, tons of ammo, and a huge haul of drugs like psilocybin, fentanyl, cocaine, and 150+ vials of steroids — some even allegedly homemade. Brasi now faces felony stalking and burglary ch...

Orange Line riders in Portland, brace yourself—big bridge work on Tilikum Crossing from July 9–12 means extra delays of 15–30 minutes between PSU South and Clinton Street. TriMet’s rolling out shuttle buses to help, but if you’re on Blue, Green, Red, or Yellow lines, you’re good to go. Crews are deep-cleaning tracks and scrubbing decades of sand and grime since the bridge opened in 2015. Also, par...

Two critical bridges in Benton County are shut down after state inspectors found serious structural issues—one steel truss over Muddy Creek, the other a timber bridge over Hammer Creek. Both McFarland Road and Williams Road are now closed at Alpine Road, with detours in place. County officials urge patience as repairs—expected to take at least a month—are underway to ensure public safety. Updates...

A 47-year-old man in Salem, Oregon, got arrested after cops raided his home and found an arsenal of 54 stolen guns, homemade silencers, ammo, ghost gun-making gear, plus over 100 grams of psilocybin, nearly 90 grams of fentanyl, 20 grams of cocaine, and 150 vials of steroids—some allegedly homemade. Charged with stalking and burglary, he’s now locked up while authorities build additional charges a...

A Portland ballot initiative accused of violating Oregon law is under fire after a complaint alleges signature gatherers misled voters about how funds would be spent—claiming the measure would fund mental health professionals instead of police officers, despite its stated purpose of maintaining a two-officer-per-1,000-residents ratio. Campaign reps say confusion arose from spontaneous recordings a...

Portland’s Lloyd Center is officially headed for the wrecking ball after the City Council voted 10-0 to deny an appeal aimed at saving iconic parts like the ice rink. The site’s future? A vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood with housing, parks, and new retail — not just another mall. The current mall closes to the public August 8, and a final vote on the plan is set for July 29. It’s the end of an era...

When a giant, unexplainable jellyfish washes ashore a remote Maine island, marine biologist Jo Ness must confront grief, isolation, and the limits of science—especially as the pandemic still lingers. Tessa Yang’s haunting new novel blends folklore, biology, and personal reckoning, using the jellyfish as a symbol of resilience and mystery. Jo’s journey mirrors the creature’s: fragile yet enduring,...

A Portland man named Shaun Szwarz just got a 20-year sentence after setting his own apartment building ablaze—forcing residents to leap from windows as flames tore through the structure in a four-alarm inferno that hospitalized two with severe burns and fractures. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is a...

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind Oregon adventure: the Mt. Hood Cultural Center is selling limited tickets for a self-guided tour of Henry Steiner’s legendary cabins—handcrafted masterpieces built between 1925 and 1952 using local materials like basalt, wagon wheels, and root-handled doors. Only 300 tickets available for this year’s August 8th event, with 75 slots per hour from 9 a.m. to noon. Member...

Bird tattoos just got a new tax—$10 for any feathered ink, big or small—to fund Oregon’s Bird Alliance conservation efforts. From rehabbing injured hawks like “Chocolate” to protecting habitats and educating the public, every dollar helps. Don’t pay? They’ve got a fake “Internal RAVEN-ue Service” ready to roll. Pay up? Send a pic of your tattoo—they’ll feature the best ones online. It’s quirky, it...

The Department of Justice just dropped a fiery warning letter to Oregon’s top election official, demanding they explain how they’ll keep noncitizens off the voter rolls—or risk criminal charges. It’s part of a nationwide crackdown: all 50 states got the same ultimatum this month. Oregon’s Secretary of State, Tobias Read, fired back, calling it a political stunt and insisting his job is to protect...

Dana Haynes, writing as James Byrne, is riding a wave of success with his thriller series Dez Limerick—now getting a major Hollywood movie adaptation with Amazon MGM Studios and Di Bonaventura Pictures on board. Directed by Matthew Michael Carnahan (World War Z, Deepwater Horizon) and penned by Oscar-winner Brian Helgeland (L.A. Confidential), this is no indie project. Haynes, stunned by the momen...

A year after a devastating Portland apartment fire, the arsonist behind it all—Shaun Szwarz—is finally sentenced to 20 years, admitting to first-degree arson, assault, and four counts of bias-motivated crimes that turned a tragedy into a chilling tale of hate and recklessness. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn...