Alma McCarty

Portland

Reporter at KGW-TV (Portland, OR)

@KGWNews reporter & multi-skilled journalist | Previously @WFMY @WRDW_WAGT @UGAGrady

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Portland Center Stage, the largest professional theater company in the Rose City, launches emergency fundraising campaign to avoid closure

5 days ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

PORTLAND, Ore. — This week, Portland Center Stage (PCS) announced that the theater company is at risk of closing for good if it's unable to meet a total fundraising goal of $9 million dollars within the next year. "We decided to be really direct with the public about the actual number and give a comprehensive number," said artistic director Marissa Wolf. "We are quite a nimble organization without the reserves that we need.
Man sentenced to 2 years after driving stolen car through Gresham, Portland

1 week ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. — This week, a suspect indicted for driving a stolen car and eluding police across Multnomah County pleaded guilty. Ryan Van Horn — who investigators said was released from jail just a week prior to this January incident — will spend the next two years in jail, followed by three years' post-prison supervision.
Thousands in Portland, Vancouver take part in May Day protests and rallies

1 week ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

PORTLAND, Ore. — People gathered in parks and squares, and marched through the streets around the Portland metro area on Thursday for May Day, and to protest against the Trump administration. Although demonstrators typically come out to celebrate and push for labor and immigrant rights, sweeping action on the federal level by the president and his cabinet took center stage. Many told KGW they felt energized by the crowd and the level of participation.
Oregon groups warn possible cuts to services for survivors of domestic violence without state funding

1 week ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

PORTLAND, Ore. — Uncertainty surrounding federal funding and stalled commitments at the state level are threatening victim services across Oregon, according to advocates. They warn there could be major service cuts for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, child abuse, elder abuse, human trafficking and stalking.
Advocates for foster children in Oregon discuss local impacts after feds slash federal funding

2 weeks ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

PORTLAND, Ore. — Over the past 100 days, the Trump administration has made many department cuts, slashed jobs and halted funding on the federal level. Last week, the Department of Justice issued 360 notices of termination of federal grant awards including to the National CASA/GAL Association for Children.
Troutdale man indicted on stolen vehicle charges after Multnomah County deputies disrupt stolen motorcycle operation

2 weeks ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

TROUTDALE, Ore. — On Friday, a Multnomah County grand jury indicted a Troutdale man on several charges related to a stolen motorcycle operation that was allegedly run out of his home. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office reported that the investigation began on April 8, when a deputy pulled a woman speeding down Troutdale Road on a Harley Davidson with no license plate or VINs. When asked, she told law enforcement that the bike came from a property on Southeast 18th Street.
Driver in deadly street takeover pleads guilty, will serve more than 3 years in prison

2 weeks ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. — After spending five months behind bars a 19-year-old went before a Multnomah County judge on Thursday to plead guilty for his involvement in a street takeover that claimed the life of his best friend. Juan Medina Dominguez pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide, reckless driving and unlawful street takeover following the Nov. 30 death of 17-year-old Cameron Lively, who was a passenger in his car.
Battle Ground voters rejecting school levy in early special election results

2 weeks ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

BATTLE GROUND, Wash. — Voters in Battle Ground appear to once again be turning down a request from the school district for more funding. In February, Clark County voters considered several levies during a special election including a replacement education and operations levy for Battle Ground Public Schools. When that failed by just 60 votes, Citizens for Better Schools put the question to voters a second time.
Parents of Gresham teen killed in street takeover speak out before suspect takes plea deal

3 weeks ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

PORTLAND, Ore. — Months after a deadly street takeover that claimed the life of their 17-year-old son, a Gresham couple is frustrated and furious that the driver of the car, allegedly responsible for his death, will take a plea offer this week. "We turned the corner of Marine Drive. We just saw all the lights, a mile down," recalled Kris Lively, Cameron Lively's father. "Cameron's laying in the intersection under the lights and I just remember saying, 'Is that my baby?
Multnomah County joins effort to help veterans navigate criminal justice system

3 weeks ago | kgw.com | Alma McCarty

PORTLAND, Ore. — After nearly a decade of planning, Multnomah County has launched a Veterans Treatment Court program designed to better serve veterans in the criminal justice system. The District Attorney's office announced the program's start on Thursday, joining neighboring Washington County in offering specialized court services for veterans. "About 10 years ago, the first efforts were made to start a veterans court in Multnomah County and for a variety of reasons things petered out.

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