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Investigations
Head coach at Portland Orangetheory under investigation after fundraising money was never sent to nonprofits
Investigations
Portland Orangetheory coach accused of taking charity money he fundraised
Ryan Tong regularly hosted charity classes where members' donations would go to local nonprofits. But at least 11 of those charities say they never got any money.
Investigations
Despite Oregon lawmakers' apology for past accusations, former aide says his lawsuits remain on the backburner
In June 2021, the Oregon Legislature took a rare step and apologized to Robert Parker. His lawsuits against the state still haven't been settled.
Investigations
Former legislative aide seeks settlement after Oregon lawmakers admit he was wrongly accused
In June 2021, the Oregon Legislature took a rare step and apologized to Robert Parker. His lawsuits against the state still haven't been settled.
Investigations
Family alleges racism at Seattle Children’s Hospital contributed to their daughter’s death
Seattle Children's patient Sahana Ramesh, 16, died of a rare disease in 2021. Her parents say their concerns were disregarded because of their race.
Uncommitted
Oregon’s mental health care system is flawed. Here’s what’s being done about it
A Judicial Department workgroup is close to finishing a 2-year study of changes to Oregon's civil commitment laws. Lawmakers are finding funding. What comes next?
Uncommitted
Oregon's flawed system for people with severe mental illness | Your Thoughts
This week we brought you a new "Uncommitted" series on how Oregon has effectively criminalized involuntary psychiatric care. Here's what you had to say about it.
The Story
AMR provides full scholarships to boost paramedic pool in greater Portland area
With response times hindered by a shortage of first responders, the Portland metro ambulance provider hopes to boost paramedic numbers this way.
Solutions
Washington County touts 'rapid' mental health evaluations for defendants in jail
The county reports it conducted 100 "rapid fitness evaluations" in 2023 — mental health evaluations for defendants in jail that took weeks, rather than months.
Solutions
Washington County touts 'rapid' process that gets defendants in jail quicker mental health evaluations
The county reports it conducted 100 "rapid fitness evaluations" in 2023 — mental health evaluations for defendants in jail that took weeks, rather than months.
Local News
Bodycam video shows Frank E. Tyson telling Canton officers 'I can't breathe' moments before death in police custody
An officer can be seen placing his knee on Frank E. Tyson's upper body for roughly 30 seconds. More than five minutes passed before police checked Tyson for a pulse.
Uncommitted
Man in psychosis flew from Oregon to New York City after release from hospital; parents call for change
A Portland family is highlighting the difference in severe mental illness treatment between Oregon and New York after a “dangerous” experience and ensuing help.
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