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2 charged with stealing over $80K worth of trailers, tools from Happy Valley funeral home
HAPPY VALLEY, Ore. (KPTV) - Two men have been arrested after deputies say they stole several vehicles, trailers and thousands of dollars worth of power tools in a series of burglaries at a Happy Valley funeral home. The burglaries began on…
Read at KPTV FOX 122 men accused of repeatedly burglarizing Happy Valley funeral home
The two men stole more than $84,000 worth of tools, trailers and a utility vehicle from Lincoln Memorial Park and Funeral Home, the sheriff's office said.
Read at KGW82 men accused of multiple burglaries at Happy Valley funeral home
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is asking for help identifying the owner of a large spool of copper wire after two suspects were arrested in connection with a series of burglaries from a funeral home in Happy…
Read at KOIN 6Happy Valley man who sexually abused pre-teen girl for years sentenced
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Happy Valley man was sentenced on Friday to 18 years in prison for child sex crimes and domestic violence. Michael Oluwasanu Idowu, 45, sexually abused a girl beginning when she was 11 and continued for about…
Read at KOIN 6Happy Valley man sentenced for child sexual abuse, domestic violence
OREGON CITY Ore. (KPTV) - A Happy Valley man was sentenced on Friday to spend 18 years in prison for child sex abuse and domestic violence, according to the Clackamas County District Attorney. According to the DA’s office, 45-year-old…
Read at KPTV FOX 12US Rep. Bynum seeks re-election with Democrats poised for favorable midterm
U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum says she has always been intrigued by those who have access to power. In her first term, the Happy Valley Democrat has found herself with easier access than most. Once, after President Donald Trump’s State of the…
Read at OPBVictims in Happy Valley triple-homicide identified as mother, teenage son and grandmother
The sole suspect in the killings was found dead in a motel on Wednesday. Police confirmed he was the boyfriend of one of the victims and lived with the family.
Read at KGW8Clackamas County Commissioners unanimously approve temporary data center moratorium
Clackamas County Commissioners unanimously approve temporary data center moratorium lherkamp Thu, 10/22/2026 - 16:29 Date 10/22/2026 After two public hearings drew substantial community participation, the Board of County Commissioners…
Read at Clackamas CountyBusiness Meeting - Oct. 29, 2026
Business Meeting - Oct. 29, 2026 lherkamp Thu, 10/22/2026 - 15:05 10/29/2026 10:00 am Meeting materials agenda Attend the meeting 2051 Kaen Road #409, Oregon City Join via Zoom Watch live on YouTube Free language assistance services are…
Read at Clackamas CountyExecutive Sessions: BCC, WES and NCPRD - Oct. 27, 2026
Executive Sessions: BCC, WES and NCPRD - Oct. 27, 2026 lherkamp Thu, 10/22/2026 - 15:02 10/27/2026 1:30 pm Employment of Public Employees ORS 192.660(2)(a) and (b) Labor Negotiations ORS 192.660(2)(d) Property Negotiations ORS…
Read at Clackamas CountyIssues & Updates - Oct. 27, 2026
Issues & Updates - Oct. 27, 2026 lherkamp Thu, 10/22/2026 - 14:20 10/27/2026 10:00 am Meeting materials agenda Attend the meeting 2051 Kaen Road #409, Oregon City Join via Zoom Watch live on YouTube Free language assistance services are…
Read at Clackamas CountyPolice identify victims in Clackamas County triple homicide
Police believe a Happy Valley man, Edward Villa, shot and killed his girlfriend — along with her 15-year-old son and mother — earlier this week. In a press conference Thursday, officials from the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office released…
Read at OPBHappy Valley triple homicide victims identified as grandma, mom and son; police say boyfriend was killer
The victims of the triple homicide in Happy Valley this week have been identified as a grandmother, a mother and a son, who investigators believe were shot and killed by the mother’s boyfriend, officials said at a Thursday press conference.
Read at The Oregonian/OregonLiveFamily remembers 3 killed in Happy Valley home
HAPPY VALLEY, Ore. (KPTV) — Three people found shot to death inside a Happy Valley home Tuesday have been identified as 78-year-old Patricia Lynn Campbell, 47-year-old Katie Lynn Kinder and 15-year-old Evan Scott Kinder, police said…
Read at KPTV FOX 12'Unimaginable loss': Authorities identify victims of Happy Valley triple homicide
Clackamas County officials shared new details regarding a triple homicide in Happy Valley involving school district employee Edward Villa, who was found dead following the incident.
Read at KOIN 6Clackamas County Elections Urges Voters to Check Ballot Status Ahead of November 3, 2026 General Election
Clackamas County Elections Urges Voters to Check Ballot Status Ahead of November 3, 2026 General Election CMcMullen Thu, 10/22/2026 - 08:00 Date 10/22/2026 Oregon City, OR – Clackamas County Elections mailed ballots for the November 3,…
Read at Clackamas CountyReaders respond: Vote Paholsky for Happy Valley council
Over the past 12 years on the Happy Valley City Council, I’ve had the pleasure of working with many different people. I’ve enjoyed our collaborations, but I also value our disagreements, our negotiations and our compromises just as much. A…
Read at The Oregonian/OregonLiveHappy Valley triple homicide suspect, a school employee, found dead
The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office confirmed that 45-year-old Edward Villa, wanted in the deaths of three people, was found dead at a Hammond motel.
Read at KGW8'There was people involved': Neighbors left with questions after triple murder in Happy Valley
Confusion and heartbreak, the day after a teenager and two adults were found shot to death in this Happy Valley home.
Read at KOIN 6A Message of Condolences, Community Strength, and Unity
The City of Happy Valley extends our deepest condolences to the victims’ families, friends, and everyone grieving yesterday’s tragic loss of life. Our hearts are especially with those who have lost people they love. There are no words that…
Read at City of Happy ValleyHappy Valley triple homicide suspect found dead at Oregon Coast motel
The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office has upgraded its investigation into a suspicious death in Happy Valley to a suspected triple homicide.
Read at KOIN 6Police searching for suspect in Happy Valley triple homicide
Law enforcement officials were looking for a man in connection with a Happy Valley triple homicide, according to public records and a law enforcement source.
Read at The Oregonian/OregonLiveDeath probe launched after welfare check at Happy Valley home
A police welfare check at a Happy Valley home turned into a “death investigation” Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
Read at The Oregonian/OregonLivePolice begin death investigation after welfare check at Happy Valley home
HAPPY VALLEY Ore. (KPTV) - Police have opened a death investigation after a welfare check at a Happy Valley home on Tuesday afternoon. The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office says Happy Valley Police were called to check the welfare of a…
Read at KPTV FOX 12Suspicious death investigation initiated at Happy Valley residence
A welfare check for a missing person reported to the Happy Valley Police Department on Tuesday turned into a suspicious death investigation with the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office after officers checked their residence.
Read at KOIN 6Oregonians urge early voting at statewide ‘No Kings’ protests ahead of election
Demonstrators gather in Happy Valley, Oregon, on Oct. 17, 2026. (Photo by Shaanth Nanguneri/Oregon Capital Chronicle) HAPPY VALLEY — With the November election looming less than three weeks away, Oregonians took to the streets Saturday in…
Read at Oregon Capital ChronicleOregon school bond preview: What Hillsboro and North Clackamas voters should know
Two Oregon school districts are proposing separate November bond measures to address aging buildings, update technology and improve school safety.
Read at KGW8Stay Visible, Happy Valley!
With shorter fall days, staying visible is more important than ever! Whether you’re walking the dog, going for a run, or enjoying an evening bike ride, a little extra light can make a big difference. We still have FREE flashing safety…
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