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Former Sen. Margaret Carter files to replace Ted Wheeler as Multnomah County Chair

Carter was the first African American woman to serve in the Oregon Legislature when she was elected in 1984.

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County ‘finally’ about to open Morrison Bridge’s new bike, ped path

After months of delays, a 15-foot-wide pedestrian and bike path over the Morrison Bridge — as well as a new automobile off-ramp to Southeast Water Avenue — is expected to be open to the public by the end of the week.

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Governor Ted Kulongoski names Ted Wheeler as next Oregon treasurer

Multnomah County Chairman Ted Wheeler has been named the new state treasurer. He also plans to run for the last two years of the term left vacant by the death of Treasurer Ben Westlund.

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Multnomal County’s 30 Families in 30 Days exceeds goal

The pilot program exceeds its goal, finding homes for 34 families; next up is an effort to find 30 employers.

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Portland Saturday Market opens with sunshine, crowds, crafts and funk

If Portland Saturday Market ever needs a standard to measure opening days, Saturday was it.

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Veterans needing a job or home can get help at Portland "Stand Down"

The second annual event and job fair sponsored by veterans organizations will bring about 30 employers and health and social service agencies to the Ambridge Event Center.

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A man posing as a Portland police officer kidnapped two women Thursday night

Two women are driven to Marion County by a man posing as a Portland police officer.

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A 20-year-old man is accused of compelling a 13-year-old girl into prostitution in Portland

Frederick Adam Criss is being held on more than $1 million bond.

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Fairview man accused of taking his eldery mother’s prescription pills

Michael Wayne Korhonen is accused of criminal mistreatment.

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Community forum planned on Chasse’s death in police custody and other Portland police accountability concerns

Forum will be held March 14 at Portland State University’s Hoffman Hall, from 2 to 4 p.m.

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