Police search for suspect in fatal hit-and-run crash on SW Barbur
Photos from the scene by Eric Wilhelm show PPB Major Crash Team investigation markings on the northwest corner of SW Barbur and Capitol Hill Road.
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Downtown bike shops on hunt for dozens of bikes stolen during protests
While Portland’s protests in the name of the murder of George Floyd and ongoing police brutality in America have gotten more peaceful in recent nights, several downtown bike shop owners are still recovering from thefts that happened last week. We’re aware of over 30 bikes that have been stolen so far. Most of them were … Read more
Portland Police officers drove SUVs into people on the street last night
After Monday’s peaceful protest, even more people took to the streets last night to march against racism and policy brutality. While the protest was largely peaceful for many hours, there were several instances of more aggressive actions. Reporters documented the Portland Police firing tear gas and flash-bangs into peaceful crowds indiscriminately, causing shock and horror … Read more
Rider rescued south of Estacada after spending night in the woods
A planned mountain bike ride turned into a nightmare for Milwaukie resident Rachel Eggers. Eggers, 43, went for a ride on Saturday morning that began near the Clackamas River southeast of Estacada. After following the river for about 10 miles she crossed a bridge onto National Forest Development Road 45. Eggers then began to climb … Read more
Pedalpalooza starts Monday with 5 weeks of bike riding inspiration
Pedalpalooza will look and feel a lot different this year, but organizers have done an amazing job putting together something that could be every bit as memorable. Because Covid-19 is still very much a concern and riding in groups is still a bad idea, the name of the game this year is that daily themes … Read more
Today: Live interview with author and mobility justice advocate Adonia Lugo
A Reed College graduate who has gone on to be a leading voice on the intersection of racism and transportation reform advocacy will join Portland-based Microcosm Publishing for a live event on YouTube later today (5/28). Adonia Lugo earned a degree from Reed in 2005 then went on to earn a Masters Degree and PhD … Read more