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07-06-2025
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Road closures, TriMet detours: Guide to getting around downtown during Grand Floral Parade
PORTLAND, Ore. () — Getting around downtown will be slightly more difficult this morning due to the Portland Rose Festival. The organization's annual runs from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, starting at Tom McCall Waterfront Park and wrapping up near Providence Park. Although the parade begins later in the morning, some streets downtown have already been blocked off. Weekend plans impacted by summer temps in Portland, heat advisory issued Here's a list of road closures happening due to the parade. Naito Parkway northbound at Jefferson Street Broadway at Glisan Street Burnside Street eastbound at 9th Avenue Naito Parkway southbound at Davis Street 'The area around the formation will close at 4 a.m., and the rest of the closures will take place at 8 a.m.,' Portland Rose Festival spokesperson Adrian McCarthy said in an email. 'The streets will open up approximately an hour after the parade concludes when it is deemed safe.' to arrive downtown ahead of the parade. The transit service stated it is the 'best way to get and from' the event, which will impact some bus lines through 3 p.m. this afternoon. Officials plan for I-84 W closure this weekend for maintenance, graffiti removal TriMet told riders that most planned detours will be minor, butt there are also multiple lines with 'substantial detours.' Line 12: Barbur/Sandy Blvd. Line 15: Belmont/NW 23rd Line 16: Front Ave/St Helens Rd Line 19: Woodstock/Glisan Line 20: Burnside/Stark Line 54: Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy Line 63: Washington Park/SW 6th Those riding through downtown should factor another 15 to 30 minutes into their trip. The MAX is expected to operate normally, but with minor delays. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
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Record-breaking heat likely to hit Portland. Here's what to know
PORTLAND, Ore. () — Summer heat continues to build on Friday as Portland prepares for possible record-breaking temps over the weekend. Mostly sunny skies during the afternoon hours on Friday will help Portland area temperatures to warm into the mid-80s. Even warmer conditions are likely as a ridge of pressure builds over the western half of the country. Tillamook opens first owned-and-operated facility outside of Oregon Knowing the signs of heat-related illnesses is a must as Portland sees some of the hottest temperatures of the year this weekend. Taking breaks in air-conditioned locations and finding shade is a must. Limit your time outside during the middle of the day and wear light-colored and loose-fitting clothing. The Portland Rose Festival will be ending on a hot note as the final few days of CityFair come to a close. The Grand Floral Parade will be dry and sunny. Wearing sunscreen is advised! Merkley leads bill protecting LGBTQ from 'hateful' Trump policies The threat of wildfires grows across the Pacific Northwest through the weekend as drought conditions grow and temperatures warm. The number of rain-free days will continue to add up across western Oregon and southwest Washington through the end of next week. Retired football star Jason Kelce gives shoutout to 'incredible' Oregon restaurant Rain remains absent as sunny and hot continues are helping to dry and warm much of the Pacific Northwest as June continues forward. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Kohr Explores: Fleet Week ships now open for tours
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — As part of the Portland Rose Festival, you can now tour U.S. Navy Ships at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. As part of Fleet Week, several ships pulled into Portland over the last few days. KOIN 6 News' Kohr Harlan visited the vessels to get a look. Watch the full video in the player above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
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How the Starlight Parade will impact traffic in downtown Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — One of the Portland Rose Festival's most cherished traditions, the Starlight Parade, is returning to downtown Saturday evening. The annual event features marching bands and over 100 illuminated entries. This year, they'll all led by one of the city's most iconic mascots, Dillon T. Pickle of Portland's West Coast League baseball team, the Portland Pickles. Pedalpalooza! Portland kicks off Bike Summer this weekend The parade begins on Southwest Naito Parkway near the Morrison Bridge and ends at Lincoln High School on Southwest Salmon Street. Although the parade begins at 8:15 p.m., street closures will take effect at 1:30 p.m. along Naito Parkway between Southwest Jefferson and Northwest Davis Street. The stretch along Southwest 4th Avenue from West Burnside to Southwest Salmon will also close by 4:30 p.m. until the parade's scheduled end at 10:15 p.m. LGBTQIA+ film screening kicks off Pride in Portland TriMet has also cautioned that between 3:00 p.m. and 11:30 p.m., downtown service on lines 15, 16, 20, 63 will be affected. Temporary stops and detours will be available during that time. Additional information on street closures can be found Organizers highly encourage using public transportation to get to the parade. Further, they say anyone planning to park in nearby lots should arrive early ahead of the street closures. For more information about the CareOregon Starlight Parade, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Bend man convicted for hitting Yellowstone National Park worker with vehicle
PORTLAND, Ore. () — An Oregon man has been convicted after hitting a worker at the world's first national park. Following a three-day trial, Bend resident David Tyler Regnier was found guilty of . The case was sparked by an incident that occurred at Yellowstone National Park on Sept. 18, 2024. Portland Rose Festival, Multnomah County Fair among things to do for Memorial Day weekend According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Wyoming, two park employees were directing traffic near Canyon Junction due to ongoing road construction. Officials reported that Regnier was driving a Jeep in the opposite direction of traffic while complaining about how it was being directed. One employee directed the 67-year-old man to back up, as another stood in front of his vehicle with a stop sign. The District Attorney's Office alleged that Regnier accelerated instead, hitting the worker who then jumped out of his path. Regnier was later stopped by Yellowstone National Park Service law enforcement officers and arrested. 'Ongoing security concerns' spark closure of West Burnside burger joint 'Our office will take a strong stance against the frequent acts of violence directed at public servants who are merely doing their jobs to protect the community,' Acting U.S. Attorney Stephanie I. Sprecher said in a statement. The Oregon man is slated to be sentenced on Thursday, Aug. 7. Officials reported that he could be penalized with up to 20 years in federal prison and three years of supervised release, along with a maximum fine of $250,000 and a $100 special assessment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.