After being separated at birth, twin sisters met for the first time in 78 years
After being separated at birth, twin sisters met for the first time in 78 years. KVAL-TV's Dee Dee Gatton reports on the emotional reunion.
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Hillary Clinton left the crowd at a Portland, Ore., forum wondering whether her plans for 2016 include a run for the presidency
Hillary Clinton left the crowd at a Portland, Ore., forum wondering whether her plans for 2016 include a run for the presidency when a 6-year-old asked the former first lady, “In 2016 would you prefer to be called Madam President or Mrs. President?” Scott Pelley reports.
Jenn Louis traveled the world before discovering her own passion for the kitchen while working for Outward Bound in North Carolina
Jenn Louis traveled the world before discovering her own passion for the kitchen while working for Outward Bound in North Carolina. Today she's chef and co-owner of two restaurants in Portland, Ore. Louis shares the secrets to her delectable coppa porchetta on THE Dish.
An Oregon construction worker was rescued from a collapsed trench Monday after being trapped by dirt and mud more than ten feet underground
An Oregon construction worker was rescued from a collapsed trench Monday after being trapped by dirt and mud more than ten feet underground. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Forest schools: Lessons in outdoor education
Forest schools, in which students are instructed outside rather than in classrooms, have become a learning experience for many – and have added benefits in a time of pandemic. Correspondent Conor Knighton visits an immersive forest school in Oregon, where being outdoors all day – even in inclement weather – becomes part of the learning process.
Oregon moves to ban display of nooses, a racist symbol
The Oregon bill would make intimidation by display of a noose a misdemeanor punishable by up to a year in prison and $6,250 fine.
In search of a humongous fungus
Deep inside Malheur National Forest in Oregon is the world's largest living organism: a fungus, armillaria ostoyae, that spans thousands of acres, grows underground, and kills trees. But it also brings life – and mushrooms – to the forest floor. Correspondent Conor Knighton reports.
In search of a humongous fungus
Deep inside Malheur National Forest in Oregon is the world's largest living organism: a fungus that spans thousands of acres, which kills trees, but also brings life – and mushrooms – to the forest floor.
Health workers stuck in snow give vaccine to other stranded drivers
The doses were hours from expiration and the health workers in southern Oregon didn't want to waste them.
Portland mayor pepper-sprays man who confronted him
Mayor Ted Wheeler told police the man stood close to him and he became concerned about his safety and the risk of contracting COVID-19.
Australia to kill pigeon that crossed Pacific Ocean from Oregon
The pigeon has been named Joe, after the U.S. president-elect.
Trump administration slashes habitat for imperiled spotted owls
The owl is listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act and is losing nearly 4% of its population annually.
Unarmed crisis group helps Oregon communities
For more than 30 years, CAHOOTS – which stands for "Crisis Assistance Helping Out On The Streets" – has been serving communities in central Oregon. They respond to a fifth of all 911 calls with unarmed crisis workers and EMTs instead of armed police officers. Lilia Luciano shares their story.
Portland police declare a riot as protest gets out of control
Property was damaged and protesters shot fireworks at a federal court building on New Year's Eve.
Crafty Wonderland brings artists together
In 2006 Cathy Zwicker and Torie Nguyen decided to launch a handmade craft market at a basement concert venue in Portland, Oregon. Since then, they've established their own retail stores and have had to move their events to the Oregon Convention Center. Their holiday craft markets usually draw 20,000 people over the course of a weekend, but this year with the COVID-19 pandemic, Zwicker and Nguyen decided to go virtual.
Are Saudis escaping American justice?
Saudis accused of serious crimes have fled to the kingdom before trial. The FBI believes they had help from U.S. ally Saudi Arabia. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
Nurse who flaunted ignoring Oregon COVID curbs is out of a job
Ashley Grames posted videos saying she still travels often, rarely wears a mask and lets her kids have play dates.
Surfer attacked by shark off Oregon coast
An off-duty lifeguard applied a field tourniquet to the man's leg to help slow the bleeding.
Supreme Court rejects case over bathroom policy for transgender students
The dispute was brought by a group of parents who argued the policy enacted by Dallas School District No. 2 in Oregon violated students' privacy rights.
Fatal shooting of Black teen roils liberal Oregon town
A white man is accused of killing Aidan Ellison who was playing loud music in a motel parking lot on November 23.
Portland city commissioner's home and city hall targeted
People in Portland broke a window and threw burning flares and paint-filled balloons at the commissioner's house, according to authorities.
Oregon is first state to decriminalize cocaine and heroin
The Oregon drug initiative will allow people arrested with small amounts of hard drugs to avoid going to trial, and possible jail time.
Coronavirus infections peak nationwide
Coronavirus cases continue to trend upward throughout the U.S., months after the start of the pandemic. Hospitalizations and deaths are also climbing across the country as officials plead for people to take the virus more seriously. Michael George reports.
Voters to decide ballot initiatives
Washington Post political reporter Dave Weigel spoke to "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano about some of the initiatives on state ballots this year, including potential new rules for gig economy workers, legalizing marijuana and psychedelic drugs, and removing clauses about slavery and indentured servitude from state constitutions.
Portland and Oakland sue over use of federal agents at protests
The suit alleges that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Justice Department are overstepping constitutional limits in their use of federal law enforcement officers to tamp down on protests.
Israel attacks Hamas leaders in Doha, drawing condemnation from Qatar
U.S. ally Qatar condemns Israel for strikes targeting Hamas leaders in its capital city Doha, calling them "a blatant violation of all international laws and norms."
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Live Updates: RFK Jr. releases report on children's health
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is releasing the "Make Our Children Healthy Again" report, which is expected to cover topics close to his MAGA agenda.
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Border official who oversaw L.A. immigration raids arrives in Chicago
Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino, who led controversial immigration enforcement raids in southern California this summer, has arrived in Chicago.
Venezuelan leader declares early Christmas as standoff with U.S. escalates
As he sends more troops to Venezuela's borders amid a standoff with Trump, President Nicolas Maduro says he's also rescheduling Christmas, to defend "the right to happiness."
Nation's Report Card shows declining scores for 8th and 12th graders
Students across the country are increasingly struggling to meet proficiency standards in science, math and reading, newly released data shows.
"Brutally savage" Russian strike kills over 20 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted amateur video showing the aftermath of a Russian strike on a Ukrainian town.
An invasive tick has been spotted in a new location. Here's what to know.
The Asian longhorned tick, which has been spotted in over 20 states, was first identified in the U.S. in New Jersey eight years ago.
Over 600 people arrested in operations targeting Sinaloa drug cartel, DEA says
The Drug Enforcement Administration said its efforts resulted in more than 600 arrests in operations targeting the Sinaloa drug cartel, which has been labeled a terrorist group.
The U.S. has lost thousands of manufacturing jobs this year, analysis finds
Uncertainty over U.S. tariffs and other Trump administration economic policies are deterring manufacturers from hiring, according to the Center for American Progress.