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A cardiac arrest survivor in Portland is sharing her story to inspire others to learn CPR. Her message comes ahead of Saturday's Heart and Stroke Walk, where advocates will highlight how bystander CPR saves thousands of lives each year.
Portland's Meals on Wheels People has expanded to deliver 10,000 additional meals each month compared to last year, bringing nutrition and connection to more older adults. The organization needs volunteers to sustain this remarkable growth.
Centro Cultural is bringing its mission of empowering Washington County's Latinx community to Portland's upcoming volunteer expo. The September event will help connect passionate volunteers with organizations creating real change.
A Portland artist is transforming neighborhood book boxes into miniature pollinator gardens, giving bees and butterflies a place to rest and refuel. The idea is spreading worldwide as communities add their own Little Bee Libraries.
Portland's innovative climate fund has raised $1 billion since 2019 by taxing large corporations, delivering free AC units to 20,000 low-income families and training 2,000 people for green jobs. Other cities across America are now following Portland's blueprint for climate action that puts vulnerable communities first.
Fresh from the 2026 Winter Olympics, medal-winning figure skaters brought their championship routines to Portland's Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Stars like Alysa Liu and Ilia Malinin performed for thousands of fans on Sunday.
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is back in action Friday night after missing just one game with a back injury. Her team proved they're built to win with or without her, crushing Portland 90-73 in her absence.
While federal climate funding freezes, Portland's billion-dollar clean energy fund is helping vulnerable residents and inspiring 15 other cities to follow suit. The innovative fund taxes large corporations to power climate solutions designed by the communities most affected.
Inter Miami CF christened its new state-of-the-art Nu Stadium with a historic 2-0 victory over Portland Timbers, led by captain Leo Messi's brilliant goal and assist. The win marked a milestone moment for the club and its fans in the heart of Miami.
When the WNBA's Portland Fire folded in 2002, players like Sylvia Crawley lost access to footage of their own careers. Now the team's 2026 revival is bringing those memories back to life.
Six teenage girls, some as young as 13, are now safe after a Portland police operation targeting sex traffickers. The rescue marks an unusually high number of young victims recovered in such a short time.
A Portland company just landed $140 million to build floating data centers that run on ocean waves instead of fossil fuels. The technology could solve one of AI's biggest environmental problems while creating clean energy from the sea.
When fourth through eighth graders took the expert's seat at a NASA-backed symposium in Portland, they didn't just present research—they led the conversation. The March event flipped traditional science hierarchy, putting kids at the center table while professional scientists sat behind them.
Both Utah soccer teams claimed victories Saturday, with the Royals securing their first-ever win against Angel City FC while Real Salt Lake dominated Portland at home. The double header brought electric energy to Utah soccer fans and showcased homegrown talent shining on the field.
When a Tennessee mom went into labor 30 minutes before landing, two vacationing paramedics stepped up with blankets and a shoelace. Baby Brielle arrived healthy at 5.5 pounds, just as the wheels hit the Portland runway.
The San Antonio Spurs proved that comebacks are real, erasing a 19-point deficit to defeat Portland 114-93 and take a commanding 3-1 series lead. Victor Wembanyama's return from concussion protocol showcased exactly why he made history as the NBA's first-ever unanimous Defensive Player of the Year.
When a woman went into labor on a Delta flight to Portland, two vacationing EMTs and quick-thinking crew turned the cabin into a delivery room. Both mom and baby landed safely, proving that help can come from anywhere.
A woman gave birth at 30,000 feet with help from fellow passengers who stepped up when she needed them most. Both mother and baby are healthy thanks to quick-thinking medical volunteers aboard the flight.
Three Portland high schools opening in 2029 will be the nation's first fully electric campuses, slashing emissions by 85% while giving students safer, modern facilities. Thanks to voter support, the $1.4 billion project proves climate action and better schools can go hand in hand.
One Portland family slashed their home and vehicle energy bills to zero using three simple technologies—and they say anyone can do the same. While gas and electricity prices surge nationwide, they're completely insulated from the pain.
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