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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 1-year-old girl was struck and killed on private property near Aumsville Saturday evening. Deputies say the driver cooperated and the investigation is ongoing.
Federal agents recovered some Army gear in a May search but are still hunting for a missing survival radio that surfaced online after an Oct. 29 car prowl.
Unsealed court records say 2‑year‑old Dane Paulsen had been left alone in prior incidents before his March 2025 disappearance and drowning; his father faces a neglect charge and a July 22, 2026 trial.
Politics & Govt in ...
Documents show Portland kept $1.6M meant for the Mount Hood Cable Regulatory Commission from 2020–2025, prompting audits and review as the commission winds down.
Police are investigating after a man was found dead just after 4 a.m. at SE 122nd and SE Pine in Hazelwood. Homicide detectives have closed the street and are asking the public for tips.
Parks & Nature in ...
Legacy Emanuel circulated a safety flyer after employees reported crows swooping near the staff lot; experts say fledglings likely explain the behavior. Officials urge people not to harass the birds and to call animal control for help.
Sandy Police asked neighbors to shelter in place after a reported shooting and domestic disturbance on the 39500-block of Evans Street, warning the area is not safe.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sunshine will push inland neighborhoods into the mid‑80s today, with Tuesday near 92°F. Take water and avoid peak afternoon heat.
Multnomah County's DA says illegal 'Glock switches' are appearing at crime scenes, turning pistols into near‑machine guns and prompting state and federal enforcement.
Retail & Industry in ...
PacificSource will lay off 97 Oregon employees, adding to hundreds of job cuts as the Springfield-based insurer reshapes operations amid financial pressure.
Washington County deputies used a drone-assisted search to recover about $36,000 in alleged stolen goods from Seattle-area stores; three people were arrested in Aloha.
A grassroots group says it’s gathered thousands of names to repeal Oregon’s new waterway access permit — a campaign that pits paddlers against a program funding inspections and launches. The July deadline is looming.
Federal prosecutors say a registered sex offender slit open a tent, bound two women and threatened sexual assault near a Tillamook County trail; he’s now held in federal custody.
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