KXRW Original Reporting/Interstitials

Michael Sarno reports from Portland International Raceway on the return of IndyCar to the Pacific Northwest, where three days of racing culminated in another dominant performance from Alex Palou. The report looks at Portland’s long-standing place on the IndyCar calendar, the different racing series featured throughout the weekend, and Palou’s remarkable championship run, while also […]

Lo and behold, our eclectic music hour has a birthday this August, making “In the Wilderness” a Leo. To celebrate, we’re steppin’ out in ecstasies of jazz improv from Abbey Lincoln (Leo, August 6) and her entourage: Clark Terry, the Staple Singers, Stanley Turrentine. Sound sculptor Jeanne Lee makes 2 appearances ~ a cappella and

As the Portland Thorns return to NWSL action following the World Cup break, Michael Sarno reports from Providence Park on the club’s promising first half, Pietra Tordin’s emergence and the roster additions strengthening its postseason push. The report also examines the Thorns’ record-setting summer attendance and their move into a new $150 million performance center

The Portland Fire have reached the midpoint of their inaugural WNBA season still in the playoff hunt after a first half filled with memorable wins, difficult losses and a historic four-overtime game. Reporter Michael Sarno looks at the team’s progress, its growing connection with the Portland Thorns through their shared training facility, and what head

This music interstitial features Stewart Copeland, founding member and drummer of The Police, one of the most influential and unmistakable bands in rock history. Known for his explosive, expressive drumming and larger-than-life personality, Copeland helped shape the sound and creative tension that made The Police a defining band of its era. His career has since

This music interstitial introduces listeners to Brad Goodall, a songwriter whose work has long walked the line between polished musicianship and off-center humor. Beginning with his 2017 debut song “Casa De Mel,” Goodall developed a style rooted in smooth, yacht rock-inspired sounds, playful storytelling, and satirical character sketches — eventually expanding that approach on his

The East Vancouver Farmers Market opened for its 2026 season on June 4th and runs every Thursday through September 24th, from 10 in the morning to 2 in the afternoon. Located at 17701 Southeast Mill Plain Boulevard, the market has been operating out of Columbia Tech Center since 2014 and currently supports more than 50

Vancouver Pride Block Party Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026 Time: Noon to 7 PM Location: SW 7th & Main Streets, downtown Vancouver WA — in front of Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary Details: 5th annual event. Free, all ages, family-friendly. 4,000+ expected attendees, 80+ vendor booths, live entertainment, community resource tables. Billed as: Largest Pride event