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Good morning, Portland! We’re nearing the end of October. Spooky season is in full effect. Have you put out your giant skeleton yet?

Expect cloudy skies and chilly temps today (AKA Sweater weather) with a high of 55 and a low of 48.

IN LOCAL NEWS:

• Portland Fire & Rescue and Portland Police Bureau say they didn’t find any accelerants or incendiary devices in the area where a fire broke out at the home of Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos. PPB says they have “no evidence to suggest the fire was specifically tar

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