Oregon bill proposes stricter punishments for street … State Senator Chris Gorsek from Troutdale, who is a former police officer, is proposing a bill this legislative session to create stiffer punishments for street racing, including up to a year in prison or a $6,200 fine or both if convicted of street racing crimes.
‘Special detail’ interrupts Portland street racing; … Five people were arrested, 6 cars were towed and one set of tires was spiked by police Friday night during a “special detail” to deal with street racing in Portland.
PPB: Staffing issues affected weekend street racing … Due to ongoing staffing problems, the Portland Police Bureau was — at least initially — unable to respond to multiple reports of street racing that allegedly occurred around the city late at night on March 18, a spokesperson for the bureau said.
‘It’s about time’: Law enforcement agencies crack … The arrests come as state lawmakers are considering a bill that would crack down on illegal racing.
Anti-street racing bill increasing punishments passes … A new bill passed in the Oregon Senate is seeking to deter street racers by giving law enforcement more power and ensuring tougher consequences for those convicted.
Suspect in street racing death of mother arrested … More than two months after being indicted, authorities arrested the man accused of killing a young mother in a street racing incident in Southeast Portland over the summer.
MultCo DA Mike Schmidt testifies in support of increased … Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt testified in support of a bill Thursday that would increase penalties for street racing, a crime that left one dead and two injured last month.
Street racers burn rubber in North Portland Street racers took over streets in North Portland Sunday night as a drone flew overhead and Portland police officers patrolled nearby.
IndyCar to use sustainable tires made from desert … In IndyCar’s effort toward environmental sustainability, one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers will rely on a desert shrub to produce a new source of natural rubber for its tires. Bridgestone Americas said Thursday it has used the offseason to incorporate more sustainable and bio-circular materials into its tires this season. That made it possible […]
“Black Ghost” 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE heads … The 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE known as the “Black Ghost” will appear at Mecum’s sale at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis running May 12-20.