Good Morning, News: Story of a Portland Bus Hero, City Narrowly Avoids Worker Strike, and Potomac River Plane Crash Victims Identified
Briefly

In Portland, a heroic account emerged from a recent bus hijacking, where operator Mike Perrault expertly de-escalated a critical incident, saving lives. Amid other local news, the city celebrated an entire year without sewage being discharged into the Willamette River—an environmental achievement. Additionally, ongoing labor negotiations are nearing resolution to avoid strikes among union groups, specifically with AFSCME Local 189. Meanwhile, PGE's plan to remove trees for new transmission lines is met with environmental resistance as the city manages rising residential and commercial demands.
The city of Portland proudly announced reaching a milestone: it has successfully gone an entire year without sending sewage into the Willamette River.
In a dramatic bus hijacking incident, TriMet operator Mike Perrault played a crucial role in de-escalating a dangerous situation and potentially saving lives.
Read at Portland Mercury
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