The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will switch to encrypted police radio channels to enhance emergency responder security, limiting public access but maintaining transparency through existing systems.

Laquonda Fuller-Hudson, 31, was fatally shot in Portland, with her death ruled a homicide. The suspect is hospitalized and under police custody as the investigation continues.

Oregon has closed mussel harvesting statewide due to dangerous biotoxins, which have caused numerous poisonings but no fatalities. Clamming closures vary by region; crab harvesting remains safe.

Oregon might issue another "kicker" tax refund in 2024, with a possible $582 million return to taxpayers if income collections exceed projections. Current economic forecasts indicate a 50-50 chance of this happening.

A suspect survived being shot by Portland police during a sex crimes raid. He is hospitalized and facing charges, including encouraging child sex abuse.

DaNellCo LLC applies for a Change-of-Ownership liquor license in Hillsboro for its Home Brew & ABV Public House, capitalizing on Oregon's updated liquor laws.

An officer-involved shooting occurred during a search warrant execution in Portland's Russell Neighborhood, leaving one man wounded and causing local disruptions.

Motorcyclist Jacob Gould, 27, died in a crash after hitting a median while passing a vehicle in Washington County. A nurse attempted CPR, but he was declared dead at the scene.

A fire engulfed a home and vehicles in Gresham, Oregon, early Monday, leaving three residents and their pets homeless; the cause is under investigation.

Tar balls have washed up on the Oregon and Washington coasts, prompting officials to warn against touching them and to leave cleanup to the professionals.

Portland's ballot on May 21 will include Measure 26-245 to renew the $0.10 per gallon gas tax for road repairs and safety, with $70.5 million proposed for PBOT-led projects.

A coalition is combating a mysterious tar-like pollution along Oregon and southern Washington shores, striving to uncover its origins and clean up the affected coastline.

Washington County is developing a new deflection program to guide drug offenders toward treatment instead of prosecution, as mandated by Oregon's revised Measure 110. Launching September 1, 2024, the program promotes recovery and community health.