A juvenile was arrested after a March shooting in NE Salem that left an adult hospitalized. Detectives say surveillance footage and evidence at the scene led to the arrest.

A 13-year-old was struck while walking in Brush Prairie; his family has launched a fundraiser and is calling for sidewalks and better lighting as prosecutors review the case.

Central Catholic and Friends of Trees settled a $29M wrongful‑death suit after 14‑year‑old Christopher Kelly was struck by a falling tree during a 2021 volunteer planting trip. Court papers say the deal was reached in February and avoids a trial set for this month.

A City‑hosted forum and PCCEP‑led roundtables will gather public input on the Portland Police union contract on Saturday; the session will be recorded.

Vancouver police arrested a suspect in a child‑luring investigation and booked him into Clark County Jail. Authorities had earlier released a photo seeking tips.

Friends of Frog Ferry is selling “shares” as donations — with naming rights and perks — to raise $2M and try to unlock the public funding needed for a Willamette River ferry. Organizers point to the Green Bay Packers’ fan‑ownership model as inspiration.

More than 69,000 Oregon households were disconnected in 2025 even as moratoriums were in place; advocates want penalties and audits after wrongful shutoffs.

A Multnomah County judge found Dorian Cannon guilty except for insanity in the 2022 Old Town stabbing death of veteran Anthony Hartley; Cannon will be committed to the Oregon State Hospital.

Washington County is holding a Hillsboro neighborhood workshop tonight ahead of a planned Aloha safe‑rest village with about 60 pallet shelters and on‑site case management. County and operator materials promise 24/7 staffing and neighborhood safeguards.

Chilly morning with frost pockets, then a sunny afternoon and a warm Thursday. Showers and possible storms arrive Friday; rain is likely this weekend.

Volunteers of America paused services at its NE Portland women's residential center citing safety concerns, leaving residents scrambling and partners stepping in. VOA says clients will be transitioned to local providers.

A Dallas mother and daughter are rebuilding after a Jan. 20 barn fire destroyed their barn and killed more than 20 animals that supported 4‑H and FFA programs.

Arc’teryx is increasing its Portland office presence to support a growing footwear business unit and product-design hub. The move tightens the city’s pull for footwear talent.