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.

Oregon's Supreme Court orders that suspects charged with serious drug crimes, especially those involving minors, must be held until arraignment, marking a shift in pre-trial detention policies.

Portland State University saw protests that resulted in arrests and a campus officer hospitalized after demonstrations in support of Palestine escalated.

A man was arrested in Portland for attempted murder and other crimes after trying to push someone into an oncoming train. The victim was saved, and the suspect was caught following related thefts.

Portland Police are actively searching for Phoebe Vangorder, a missing 16-year-old last seen near Northeast Thompson St. and 108th Ave. She has medical conditions, prompting urgent search efforts. Public assistance is requested.

Canadian soccer star Christine Sinclair has been honored with a custom Barbie by Mattel, recognizing her as a role model alongside other prominent female athletes.

Former Sheriff Craig Roberts leads over incumbent Tootie Smith in the Clackamas County Chair race, with over 6,000 votes ahead. The outcome may shift the county's political direction.

Oregon is counting votes post-Election Day, with preliminary results online. Final results are due within days, and state certification is set for June 27, 2024.

Nathan Vasquez leads the Multnomah County DA race with 56% of the vote, against incumbent Mike Schmidt's 44%. The campaign has been contentious with significant funding on both sides.

A suspected drunk driver crashed into a Wilsonville Chipotle and was arrested, facing multiple charges including criminal mischief and DUI; no injuries were reported.