Evening News

  Coronavirus has turned daily life upside down for most people, and its impact on elections and government has been just as dramatic. Many states have moved back their primary dates, changing the course of the Democratic presidential prinary. Governments at all levels,... Read more

  One majorly vulnerable population in Portland – those living on the streets– have been left without a clear plan to weather this pandemic. The Stop the Sweeps Coalition in Portland has called for a moratorium on sweeps, as well as the placement of 150 handwashing stat... Read more

  As every level of government leverages its powers to slow the spread of COVID-19 and save lives, this includes some efforts that cause concerns among online privacy advocates and social justice advocates. For example, there are reports of increased surveillance and GP... Read more

  With 2.3 million people imprisoned in the United States, the impact of COVID-19 in the nations could be dire, as prisons are often overcrowded and unsanitary.  Experts say the U.S. is roughly 10 days behind Italy in the progression of the outbreak, and as such, it ... Read more

  Portland Parks and Recreation closed several parks to vehicle traffic Thursday, to help promote safe social distancing practices and discourage overcrowding. The parks themselves however, are still open to the public. KBOO's Annette Newell talked to Portland Parks and ... Read more

  The Oregon legislature has formed a joint committee for addressing COVID-19 in the state. The legislative package will attempt to offer relief for those impacted by coronavirus, ranging from those in hospital having contracted the infection to those who are out of wor... Read more