The Mt. Bachelor Resort is shut down due to the nearby Backside Fire. Authorities have imposed Level 3 evacuation notices in Central Oregon, where multiple fires have consumed over 22,000 acres.

The 2025 Oregon GOSH Conference is seeking nominations to honor individuals and teams dedicated to workplace safety. Nominations are open until October 24, 2024, with the event scheduled from March 3-6, 2025.

The Portland Police Bureau identified Officer Nicholas Morales as the officer involved in an August 24th shots-fired incident, currently under investigation. He's on leave as per standard procedure.

Portland Police Bureau's drone program expansion was approved by City Council, amidst privacy concerns and evidence of drones' effectiveness in law enforcement.

Portland Police apprehended Alexander E. Warren for the murder of Jessie Marks Sr., and he's now facing charges while the community reflects on the incident's impact.

Oregon extends the Summer EBT application deadline to September 30, 2024, offering $120 per child for groceries.

Oregon extends the filing deadline for a judicial seat due to an oversight in announcing the vacancy, allowing more candidates to enter the race for Circuit Court.

Clark County invites local sites to join a free battery disposal initiative, aiming to provide convenient recycling locations and improve environmental safety. Participating sites receive a kit and recognition without incurring costs.

Country singer Jelly Roll performed for inmates at Oregon State Penitentiary, marking the first live music there in 20 years, and shared a new song from his upcoming album.

U.S. Bank will not renew its lease for the U.S. Bancorp Tower in Portland but affirms there will be no job cuts, relocating employees to Gresham instead.

Carl Riccadonna has been appointed as the new state chief economist for the Oregon Department of Administrative Services by its director, Berri Leslie.

Ramond Lawrence was sentenced to life with possible parole after 30 years for the 2023 shooting of Teonjenique Hudson.

Governor Tina Kotek has invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act due to the severe Copperfield Fire in Klamath County, enabling state-level assistance as local efforts are insufficient.