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July 17, 2026
Three killed in wrong-way crash on SR 503 in Clark County
July 15, 2026: A July 5 head-on crash on state Route 503 left three people dead and one injured, according to the Washington State Patrol. The crash remains under investigation, and the medical examiner listed the cause and manner of death as pending.
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July 17, 2026
Portland vigil honors men who died in separate ICE encounters
July 16, 2026: Dozens gathered at Gateway Discovery Park in Northeast Portland to remember Lorenzo Araujo and Johan Guerrero. Organizers called for more transparency, public identification of the agents involved, and further investigation into the deaths.
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July 14, 2026
Motorcycle and SUV crash near NE 24th and Burnside leaves one person dead
Portland police responded to a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV near NE 24th Ave and Burnside St on July 14, 2026. Streets in the area were closed while crews responded.
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July 14, 2026
Fatal shooting reported north of Bend
Central Oregon Daily reported a fatal shooting north of Bend on July 11, 2026. The available source gives no additional details about the victim, suspect, or circumstances.
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July 14, 2026
Family sues over death of Oregon State Hospital patient, alleging neglect and abuse
July 13, 2026: A patient’s sister and legal guardian has filed suit after his death at Oregon State Hospital, according to OregonLive. The case names the state, doctors, and other hospital employees and alleges neglect and abuse caused his death.
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July 14, 2026
Beaverton police identify man shot after marijuana shop robbery
July 11, 2026: Police identified the man shot and killed after a robbery at a Beaverton marijuana shop as 25-year-old Bryson Hays. No customers or employees were injured, and three officers involved in the shooting are on administrative leave.
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July 14, 2026
Swimmer dies after distress call at Rooster Rock State Park on Columbia River
July 13, 2026: A swimmer died Sunday after going under near Sand Island at Rooster Rock State Park, according to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies and several fire departments searched the Columbia River for hours before a dive team found the person’s body.
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