We thought we knew Portland Fire & Rescue’s former spokesman pretty well, but this old story was new to us! See why Station 2 in Parkrose was packed with well-wishers, on Lt. Allen Oswalt’s last day …

How – and why – was this car’s driver killed on June 11 – while driving along East Burnside? Learn about the reward the police are offering for more information in this bizarre case …

It’s amazing but true: See why this outer East Portland cop had to “call for backup” – in the middle of the day – when her husband was attacked by thugs on their way home from vacation …

See why firefighters had to use their Holmatro rescue tools to get this driver out of her rolled-over SUV …

See why firefighters say that this fire – a conflagration which destroyed this home – could easily have been avoided …

Would you risk getting cut up on razor wire, climbing over a 10-foot-high chain link fence to steal a truck? See why this particular truck, used to pick up food for the needy to be given away at the PACS Food Bank, is urgently needed – and how you can help …

See why this frank prank wasn’t funny to a hardworking, hot dog-vending entrepreneur – who now must foot the bill to refurbish their six-foot tall mascot costume …

See why this fire could have easily been avoided, according to officials – and what lessons can be learned from this destructive blaze …

Officials say it was an argument that led to this untimely death. Find out right here what we’ve learned in the case …

Find out what our cops are doing about this crime wave – and learn simple steps you can take to keep your home and belongings safe from these sticky-fingered crooks …

NEW DEVELOPMENT: Since we reported this story in 2008, see the shocking developments that lead authorities to say about the suspicious disappearance Heather Dawn Mallory, the mother of a then three-year-old …

Although he’s been in been the Acting Commander since May, find out what newly- minted East Precinct Commander Bill Walker says are now his primary challenges…on which he’s already taking action …