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Portland traffic: Live maps, road conditions

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I-205 slowdowns and closure happening Thursday morning for blasting caps detonation

A controlled detonation in West Linn near Highway 43 requires a 15-minute closure of the freeway, with I-205 rolling slowdowns from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
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Burnside Bridge project: Answering viewer questions on the cost

The design phase of the Burnside Bridge project starts in December. KGW traffic reporter Chris McGinness dug into some questions about the cost of the project.
Local News

MAX train, Portland Streetcar derail after collision in Northeast Portland

Two people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries, Portland Fire & Rescue said.
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Fatal crash closes Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard south of Ross Island Bridge

This marks the 61st fatal crash in Portland in 2023, with 21 of them involving pedestrians.
Traffic

I-5 northbound ramp to I-405 in Portland blocked by truck crash

The ramp will remain blocked until mid-evening Thursday, according to ODOT. Drivers can continue on I-5 to the Fremont Bridge to reach I-405.
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Know a front skid from a rear skid? Here's what to do while driving in winter weather

Road crews may not be out in force if we get a major winter storm this year. Here's what you can do if you get caught out in it and start slipping and sliding.
The Story

Are declining fuel taxes to blame for ODOT's road maintenance cutbacks?

The agency warned in October that it would have to scale back winter weather road services because fuel tax revenue is declining. We looked into that claim.
The Story

Are declining fuel taxes to blame for ODOT's road maintenance cutbacks?

The agency warned in October that it would have to scale back winter weather road services because fuel tax revenue is declining. We looked into that claim.
Local News

Woman struck by driver on Southeast 82nd died in the hospital, Portland police say

Police believe Morgan Helms, 30, was crossing the road back on Sept. 16 when a driver hit her. There have been 58 fatal crashes in the city this year.
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Portland group protests bike lane removal

The removal on Northeast 3rd Avenue has caused protest by BikeLoud PDX, who say it is against city policies and will pose safety concerns.
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Portland Thorns fans should plan Sunday commute as MAX lines prep for shutdown

The Washington Park MAX Station will be closed on Nov. 5, and MAX Blue and Red lines will be disrupted for the entire day, according to TriMet.