KOIN 6 is a news outlet based in Portland, Oregon, covering local news including crime, community events, and legal developments. It reports on issues such as environmental concerns, criminal cases, and social issues in the Pacific Northwest.
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Today’s stories
- Fundraiser for Longview disaster victims brings local businesses togetherLocal businesses in Longview are organizing fundraisers to support families affected by the Nippon paper mill disaster, which resulted in 11 deaths.
- Impaired Washington driver dies after striking utility pole off Oregon highway, police sayA Washington woman died in a single-vehicle crash on Oregon Highway 26 after striking a utility pole, according to police.
- Mayor Wilson warns Portland's affordable housing system is on verge of financial collapsePortland Mayor Keith Wilson warned that the city's affordable housing system is at risk of financial collapse, with major assets potentially ceasing operations in six months without swift action.
- Churches plan night of hope and healing after deadly Longview disasterChurches in the region are organizing a night of hope and healing in Longview following the Nippon paper mill disaster, which occurred nearly two weeks ago. The event will be held at Lake Sacajawea in a couple of weeks.
- This acclaimed Portland bakery is relocating to another spaceAn acclaimed Portland bakery is moving to a new location. It won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Bakery in 2025.
- 'It's not going to be safe': Neighbors resist new BottleDrop in PortlandNeighbors in Portland express safety concerns over the relocation of a BottleDrop redemption center, with community worries about the new location.
- Court records reveal suspect 'ambushed' adoptive parents in deadly Battle Ground stabbingA suspect ambushed and killed his adoptive parents in Battle Ground, with witnesses reporting he headstomped his mother before stabbing his father.
- One dead after shooting in Southeast Portland apartmentA person was killed in a shooting at an apartment in Southeast Portland, prompting a significant police response.
- Lawsuit claims federal officers used excessive force on Portland teen at ICE protestA 20-year-old woman is suing federal officers for $350,000, alleging they used excessive force against her during an ICE protest in Portland.
- Salem man, 64, arrested for alleged domestic violence, manufacturing gunsA 64-year-old Salem man was arrested after a domestic disturbance investigation, with allegations of domestic violence and manufacturing guns.
- Suspect shot at individuals after Facebook Marketplace transaction at Portland area park, police sayA suspect was arrested after shooting at individuals during a Facebook Marketplace transaction at Jurgens Park in Tualatin, according to police.
- 71-year-old pedestrian dies following late night crash in SE PortlandA 71-year-old pedestrian died in a crash in Southeast Portland late Wednesday night.
- After solar flare, could PNW see the northern lights on Monday?A solar flare led to geomagnetic storm warnings, potentially allowing the northern lights to be visible in the PNW on Monday.
- 'A lot of uncertainty': Portland burger joint closing Lloyd Center spot sooner than expectedStoopid Burger, a Portland burger joint that opened in 2025 at Lloyd Center, is closing its location sooner than expected.
- $9 million funding campaign for Portland theater company reaches final pushPortland Center Stage is in the final phase of a $9 million funding campaign, offering donors who contribute $1000 or more the opportunity to name a seat at The Armory.