Morning Press: Cowlitz County deputy killed; PDX preparing for takeoff; Moulton Falls bridge update

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Here are some of the top stories of the weekend:

Cowlitz County deputy killed while investigating disabled vehicle

LONGVIEW — The Cowlitz County sheriff’s deputy shot in the line of duty Saturday night has died, and a manhunt for the “suspect or suspects” is ongoing, according to Clark County investigators. Sheriff’s officials Sunday afternoon identified the fallen deputy as Justin DeRosier, 29.

Authorities previously said they had found a person of interest in the shooting, but they announced Sunday afternoon that at least one suspect is still being pursued. They did not disclose any names.

• Manhunt for ‘suspect or suspects’ is ongoing, investigators say
• UPDATE: Suspect in Cowlitz County deputy’s fatal shooting killed

Portland International Airport preparing for takeoff

PORTLAND — Last decade, Portland International Airport suffered two gut punches, first the 9/11 terrorist attacks and then the economic meltdown that became known as the Great Recession.

The airport has recovered nicely. With today’s burly economy, the airport is now building a series of improvements, PDXNext, that represent a $2 billion investment in the airport’s future.

• PDX’s $2 billion in projects are a running start toward serving the passengers of the future

Ford GT finds its place in supercar stable

With its sleek styling, rumbling motor and glowing taillights, Ron Wade’s ruby red Ford GT looked like it was ready to rocket to another galaxy, not merely sit idling for gawkers.

But Wade was more than happy to indulge the earthly audience that had shown up for a glimpse of his otherworldly automobile.

• Ron Wade shares history of Ford GT as his Hazel Dell automotive museum works its way toward opening to the public

Clark County resists calls for major changes at Moulton Falls bridge

The phone calls and emails started flooding Clark County Parks shortly after video of a Kalama teenager being pushed off the bridge at Moulton Falls Regional Park went viral.

There was no shortage of ideas to prevent future incidents following the shove viewed around the world.

• Pleas for fencing, other measures soared after viral video of girl being pushed off span

Police: Meth found after car crash in east Vancouver

A driver who was injured Friday morning in an east Vancouver car crash may face drug possession charges.

Police were dispatched around 3:30 a.m. to the intersection of Southeast 10th Street and Chkalov Drive for a report of an injury crash. Medics and the Vancouver Fire Department also responded to the scene.

• Police: Meth found after car crash in east Vancouver