Level 3 evacuations expanded across parts of Umatilla and Union counties as the Hagen Fire threatened communities near Bingham Road and Spout Springs.

Reed College signed a mediated Title VI settlement requiring policy changes, training, outside oversight and protection for Zionist identity after complaints from Jewish students. The agreement follows allegations of vandalism and a rock‑throwing incident that prompted federal review.

A Homebase ranking places Oregon at No. 10 for small‑business health in 2026, citing rising hires, longer hours and a dense hospitality sector.

A pedestrian was seriously injured in a late-night hit-and-run on NE Highway 99 in Vancouver; police say the suspected vehicle is a small white sedan missing a mirror.

A two‑alarm residential blaze in Oregon City collapsed a house and sent one person to hospital. Crews contained the fire and will remain on scene while investigators work.

Oregon’s State Lands Department has proposed new application and compensation fees for undersea fiber cables, directing compensation revenue to the Common School Fund. Public comment is open through Aug. 3.

A 15-year-old boy drowned at Blue Lake Regional Park Tuesday evening; rescuers and community members searched the water and officials warned life jackets were not in use.

Portland Fire & Rescue says crews are responding to reports of a fire in Hazelwood; officials urged residents to call 9‑1‑1 as crews secure the scene.

Portland Fire & Rescue says crews responded Tuesday to a warehouse fire in Rose City Park. Officials had not reported injuries as first updates were posted.

Three Portland-area men were arrested after a multi‑agency stop in Sherwood; police say they recovered more than $10,000 in stolen merchandise and more charges may follow.

The 1803 Fund led a walking tour of seven acres in Lower Albina, laying out an early vision that emphasizes reused buildings, cultural space and community-led planning.

A Portland cyclist says a new NE Glisan median caused a stroke and traumatic brain injury and has sued the city and the contractor for about $28M.

A 51-year-old Vancouver driver was arrested after allegedly rear-ending another car, fleeing deputies and being taken into custody by a K‑9, the sheriff’s office says.