Kristyna Wentz-Graff / OPB Portland Police Chief Robert Day unveiled the step-by-step process that police in Oregon’s largest city will follow as they attempt to get drug users access to treatment ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – It’s been three days since Oregon’s new drug possession law went into effect, leaving the Portland community to wonder: “Is it working?” The new law, House Bill 4002, ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A Multnomah County deflection center that will serve as a touch point for drug users who wish to avoid jail time and instead opt for addiction treatment is set to open its ...

The FBI arrested a man accused of robbing two Portland area banks earlier this month while dressed up in a suit and tie, saying they identified him because he w Oregon, Washington both to increase ...

Earlier this year, Oregon lawmakers passed a bill to implement new criminal penalties for drug possession and end the state’s three-year experiment with drug decriminalization. The legislation also ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – As Multnomah County leaders continue to face criticism for meeting behind closed doors while discussing a controversial deflection program, local businesses are joining forces ...

Multnomah County’s new deflection center won’t provide sobering services when the facility opens next month, according to a draft plan sent to the County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday night. The ...