Star Wars Day is the informal holiday that honors George Lucas’ ever expanding cinematic universe. Observed annually on May 4 ...

Another round of summer-like warmth builds across the Pacific Northwest as the rain-free days come to a close.

The National Weather Service says a broad area of low pressure enters the region pushing eastward overnight and into Saturday. Temperatures throughout western Oregon will dip into the upper 50s along ...

May Day is meant to honor labor, but activists in Maine and across the US said much of their message was about fighting back ...

Our next round of rain looks to set up over the weekend. If you’re planning any outdoor activities for mom, your best bet may ...

Community members spent May 5 honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives by raising awareness through sign making and ...

This weekly comedy show—hosted by Portland comedians Adam Pasi, Sir Lance Edward, and Sam Whiteley—showcases up-and-coming ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — It’s set to be a busy weekend of events in the Portland Metro area. The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is ...

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Almost a decade after Amtrak cancelled “National Train Day,” an outreach promotion launched in 2008 designed to familiarize ...

It was a game-time gut decision,” UNC coach Dedeann Pendleton-Helm said of bringing in Wilming on Wednesday morning.

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