SECURE IT… what do you suppose could go wrong here? This guy with a spare tire sitting on top of a pile of wood, nothing tied down as he merges onto Hwy 217. One slam on the brakes or swerve and that thing’s a missile. PLEASE SECURE YOUR LOAD #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic

YUCK… about an hour ago on I-405 south near Glisan in #Portland, it kinda looked like the road got slimed. Green Goop in the middle lanes and it kinda smelled like burning brakes. Not sure if it’s still there, but use caution in the area #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic

THE HEAT IS ON… heading up toward 100° in #Portland today, so please make sure you find a place to stay cool. Check on the friends and neighbors and keep the pets inside! Sending cool vibes and stay safe out there!

HAPPENING NOW: police investigating an assault at the Convention Center MAX stop in #Portland that left one person with life-threatening injuries. A man was detained at the scene. NE Holladay is CLOSED between NE MLK blvd & NE 2nd. Stay with KATU News for info #LiveOnK2

SIGN OF THE TIMES… this church sign in Milwaukie, OR getting lots of comments on social media with their take on #AlligatorAlcatraz. The Clackamas United Church Of Christ is no stranger to controversial messages. Your thoughts on this sign? #LiveOnK2 #Portland

OMG…. this LEGEND has reportedly passed away. Rock - n - roll lost an icon. RIP OZZY 😢 #ozzyosbourne

HEAD ON CRASH… NE Prescott St in #Portland is BLOCKED both directions between NE 54th Ave & NE 56th. Firefighters spent 20+ mins extricating one patient. AVOID THE AREA. Stay with KATU News for info #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic

TRAFFIC ALERT… a crash on I-405 south to I-5 north in #Portland has two right lanes BLOCKED right at the Marquam Bridge. Traffic allowed to squeeze by as they wait for tow trucks. USE CAUTION as it’s very slow through here. No word on injuries #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic

MONDAY GUS… it always sucks starting a new work week, especially when you get up at 2:30am, but I’m blessed to have the sweet puppy help me out every morning with that cute fuzzy face, and hopefully it makes you smile too! Have a great day & be safe #LiveOnK2 #MondayMotivaton

NO PARKING… a crash in Troutdale left this vehicle on its side on the sidewalk. Looks like he tangled with a semi. No injuries, traffic is getting by. No word on the cause, but probably a good idea to slow down. This along NW Graham Rd & Swigert Way #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic

HAPPY FRIDAY… a gorgeous sunrise over #Portland from the OnPoint Community CU #LiveDrive dashcam as I head north on I-205 through Oregon City. Hoping you have a beautiful and safe day out there #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic #FridayVibes

MISSING BIRDS… the Bird Alliance of Oregon says someone broke into and vandalized outdoor enclosures on their NW Cornell Rd property, prematurely releasing 9 birds in rehabilitative care. Video was released in hopes of identifying the suspect. Stay with KATU News for info #LiveOnK2

GOOD MORNING… a spectacular sunrise over #Portland this morning from my office in the KATU News #LiveDrive. Those pretty red skies maybe warning us of coming rain? We’ll soon see! Have a good day out there and be safe! #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic #tuesdayvibe

COUGAR SIGHTING… a cougar has been seen the last few days prowling a Corvallis neighborhood. A neighbor shared a photo of the cat in the backyard of this house. Many wild turkeys in the hood too, so a food source that has folks concerned. Watch KATU News for info #LiveOnK2

TRAFFIC ALERT: several giant windmill propellers being driven from SR-14 to I-205, then I-84 east causing some delays. USE CAUTION and give these guys space #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic

BE COOL… this doggie should be all of us today. He was cooling off chasing a ball at Broughten Beach in #Portland this morning. Temps could get up to 100°+ today, so take it easy out there. Check on your people and pets, hydrate, BE SAFE #LiveOnK2 #heatwave #summerheat

TONY… you don’t come across ‘Tony The Tiger’ fans often. Or ever. But this guy has a Tony decal in his back window and I think it’s GRRRRRRREAT!! Happy Friday out there! #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic

FIRE… a small brush fire is burning along I-84 west just west of Lloyd Blvd in #Portland. This is on a slope above railroad tracks, Portland Fire & Rescue having a hard time reaching it. Looks like possible homeless camp fire. USE CAUTION on I-84 in this area #LiveOnK2 #pdxtraffic