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For days, temperatures have plunged across a large portion of the United States, accompanied by a storm system that's brought sleet, snow, ice or a combination of all three. The weather has been a factor in several deaths, and has also caused treacherous travel conditions and numerous flight cancellations. Read More »

Manhole blows, affects power in downtown 18 minutes ago

A cable in an underground vault in downtown Portland failed Sunday morning, causing an electrical malfunction and a fire.

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  Dog attacks firefighter treating patient 4 hours ago

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  A house fire in Southeast Portland caused extensive damage early Saturday morning, but no one was injured.

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  Central Catholic champs after 60 years

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