Troy Brynelson
Troy Brynelson is OPB’s public safety reporter, covering law enforcement throughout the Northwest. He was previously OPB’s bureau chief in Southwest Washington. Troy grew up in Southeast Portland, graduated from Franklin High School and is a long-suffering Blazer fan. Send any and all tips to tbrynelson@opb.org.
Latest Stories
Umatilla County Sheriff apologizes for DUII arrest, blew twice the legal limit
Gilliam County’s chief prosecutor told OPB that Rowan’s case is “under review" and that the sheriff will be treated as anyone else facing criminal allegations.
Portland to pay $375,000 to woman hit with flashbang grenade in 2020 protest
She claims a flashbang grenade launched by police during a protest sent shrapnel into her body, gave her a concussion and caused long-term mental and physical stress.

Federal judge orders visas restored for Oregon students who sued Trump administration
U.S. District Court Judge Michael McShane wrote Friday that immigration authorities had never explained their justification for revoking the two students’ visas.

Washington Supreme Court upholds ban on large ammo magazines
Lawmakers in 2022 banned the sale of ammo magazines holding more than 10 bullets in an effort to thwart deadly mass shootings. However, a gun store in Kelso continued to sell the clips and drew a fine from the Washington State Attorney General in July 2023.
New deadly force investigators in Washington release findings of Vancouver police shooting
The first report generated by Washington's Office of Independent Investigation looks into the shooting death of Adam Grant Gunderson by Vancouver police.

Troubled convenience store in North Portland is open again, under new management
Neighbors hope the new shopkeepers will help tame the troubled corner.
Demonstrators gather in Oregon, Washington for May Day protests
The international event, which commemorates the fight for workers’ rights, has often been used to express broader political unrest. This year, President Donald Trump and his administration’s actions are front and center.
May Day protests planned across Oregon, Southwest Washington as Trump ire continues
Originally a day to commemorate the fight for an eight-hour work day, May 1 encompasses a wide variety of demonstrations in the Pacific Northwest each year.

OSU student suing Trump administration asks judge to preserve visa until lawsuit settles
U.S. District Judge Michael J. McShane last week temporarily blocked immigration enforcement against the student. That ruling is set to expire May 5.
Portland mayor defends sanctuary status against renewed Trump threats
President Donald Trump signed two executive orders Monday aimed at increasing immigration enforcement. The first takes aim at sanctuary cities and states across the country.