Adrian Thomas

2 weeks ago | kptv.com | Adrian Thomas

PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) — A disturbing and relatively new form of online crime is surfacing more frequently across Oregon and the United States, according to local and federal investigators. Known as “gore groups,” these loosely connected online communities are luring and exploiting vulnerable youth — often with shocking levels of violence and psychological manipulation.

1 month ago | kptv.com | Adrian Thomas

PORTLAND, Ore. — As Portland continues to grapple with homelessness and substance abuse, community members say progress has been made, but much more work is needed — especially as public funds face budget constraints.

1 month ago | kptv.com | Adrian Thomas

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Portland’s cost of living continues to rise above the national average, driven largely by high housing prices and stagnant wages — and now, local and state leaders are responding with new policy efforts aimed at turning the tide. As part of FOX 12’s next edition of Be Seen. Be Heard.

1 month ago | kptv.com | Adrian Thomas |Ezra Kaplan

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The FOX 12 Investigates team has spent the last couple of months out in the community, taking the temperature of Portland. The team asked people how Portland has changed, what the city still needs, and how the city impacts them.

1 month ago | kptv.com | Adrian Thomas |Payton Romans

MULTNOMAH COUNTY Ore. (KPTV) - FOX 12 Investigates has been reporting on ambulance response times in Multnomah County for the last year and a half. What started as coverage on an increase in the volume of 911 calls, lead to questions over the county’s ambulance staffing model, which at the time required two paramedics per ambulance. These factors combined to make higher wait times for people needing an ambulance. A new plan, started back in July 2024, aimed to fix that.