Evan Watson is an investigative reporter for 13News Now (WVEC), KGW-TV, and KXTV-TV, with a focus on local news in Oregon, specifically in Portland. With a dedication to uncovering important stories and holding those in power accountable, Evan's work covers a range of topics including crime, politics, public safety, and social issues.
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Evan focuses on local Oregon news, covering government announcements and evolving stories related to politics, crime, and legal policy regulations. He has reported extensively on topics such as ambulance response, addiction treatment, education issues, labor unions, and stolen property.
Given his focus on local government announcement and evolving stories with a political or legal aspect in Portland and Oregon at large he would likely be responsive to sources who can provide expert commentary or inside knowledge about ongoing disputes between public services providers like AMR and rural fire departments.
Sources with insights into the effects of state policies regarding school health programs might also find an audience in Evan's reporting. Additionally experts familiar with labor union dynamics within the state could also catch his attention for coverage related to workplace issues.
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Casting a bean demonstrates what’s on the minds of Iowa City voters
Students and community members gathered at the University of Iowa’s Iowa Memorial Union for a nonpartisan election night watch party celebrating campus voter turnout and encouraging election engagement.
By: Jamie Parfitt, Evan Watson
Gluesenkamp Perez held the lead late Tuesday night, but tens of thousands of ballots remained to be counted in Clark and Cowlitz counties.
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By: Evan Watson, John Adams
Online tips from a former St. Helens High School student turned TikTok creator led to the arrests of a current and former teacher over sex abuse allegations.
Residents suffering from pervasive health conditions are working with the DNR and EPA to identify if ongoing chemical pollution is affecting them and others in Iowa City.
By: Evan Watson
Talan Nelson Undergraduate Student Government members meet during a meeting in the Iowa Memorial Union Black Box Theater on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
A vehicle caught fire around 2 p.m. Wednesday outside Mayflower Residence Hall.
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