A $5.1B Verrus campus would bring jobs and tax revenue to Salem but has sparked sharp concerns about water, energy and public notice as the city reviews the plan.

Oregon State University will lead a new NSF-funded push to rebuild the state's chip ecosystem, starting with a $15M initial award that could scale to $160M. FAST will target AI-enabled design, manufacturing partnerships and workforce pipelines.

A 30-year-old man was taken into custody after a reported domestic stabbing on NE Sandy Boulevard. The victim was treated at a local hospital and police say the investigation is ongoing.

PF&R crews reported a smoldering exterior fire that contacted a wall at Calvary Presbyterian in Roseway. Crews were working the scene and early updates listed no injuries.

A motorcyclist was killed Monday night on East Burnside at NE 24th; the Major Crash Team is investigating and the road remained closed for hours.

Clark County's fire marshal will impose a countywide burn ban starting at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday; existing permits are voided and strict rules govern campfires and pits.

A swimmer drowned Sunday at Rooster Rock State Park after a multi‑agency search. Authorities recovered a body and are withholding identifying details.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metro will close its Regence Club in North Portland and has listed the 9,900‑sq‑ft Portsmouth building for sale after citing financial strain.

Mayor Keith Wilson was fined $526 after the city auditor found he accepted donations that exceeded Portland's 2024 limits. The notice explains the rules and next steps.

Oregon slipped to No. 42 in CNBC's 2026 business rankings after slippage across cost, tech and infrastructure. A newly released Prosperity Council report lays out tax, regulatory and education recommendations.

A Charter Review Commission advanced a two‑thirds County Council vote requirement for taxes to the November ballot after a close commission vote.

A former Intel engineer says a return-to-office mandate conflicted with an approved remote accommodation for his hearing impairment. He has sued in Marion County seeking reinstatement and about $800,000 in damages.

Sunny and seasonable Friday with a high near 82°F. Warming into the mid‑80s and near‑90s early next week.