NWS warns of elevated sneaker-wave danger on the Oregon coast through Tuesday; waves can run far up beaches and roll heavy driftwood. Keep kids and pets close and stay back from the surf.

Steady rain and gusty south‑southwest winds arrive Monday, May 25. Expect wet commutes and gusty coastal conditions.

A woman was critically injured in an Old Town assault on Friday night; police arrested a 64‑year‑old man who was booked on attempted murder and other charges. Detectives are asking the public for tips and video.

A bear cub was shot near downtown Canby after officers tracked it to a tree and determined it posed an immediate public‑safety risk. Officials called the outcome "unfortunate."

A state certification panel cleared a Portland officer who struck a protester in 2020, allowing him to keep his law-enforcement certification amid renewed calls for oversight.

Lena Brands LLC has filed for Chapter 11 after abruptly closing all Oregon Shari’s locations; creditors and workers are pressing claims as the Delaware case proceeds.

Beaverton police arrested a 22-year-old from Rio Vista after detectives say he transported a 17-year-old runaway into Oregon for prostitution; the teen is safe.

The Port of Tillamook Bay voted this week to forgo a full repair of Hangar B’s storm‑damaged roof, ordering removal of the dangling section and asbestos abatement while the Tillamook Air Museum stays closed.

Coquelico, inside the Portland Art Museum’s Rothko Pavilion, pairs Spella coffee with tartines, crepes and a Rothko‑inspired ricotta cake in a sunny bistro setting.

A Clackamas County deputy was arrested in Oregon City and faces multiple charges, including strangulation and criminal mistreatment.

A bat in Douglas County tested positive for rabies after a resident brought it in; officials urge residents to avoid handling wild animals and keep pets vaccinated.

A Colorado man was sentenced to nearly six years after prosecutors say he lured an Oregon girl online and drove her across state lines. The plea resolves related charges in both states.

A Eugene man pleaded guilty in federal court after prosecutors said his crew targeted Asian business owners across Oregon and Washington.