Photos posted by the sheriff’s office show a damaged patrol SUV; deputies were not seriously hurt and the driver is in custody. The agency says the investigation is ongoing.

Two women were found dead in separate Salem locations; detectives say the cases are unrelated and investigations are ongoing.

A man was shot and seriously injured on a Portland MAX train; 71-year-old Grover S. Phill was arrested and faces multiple charges, including attempted murder.

Multnomah County approves a master plan to transform N.E. Halsey Street into a safer, community-focused corridor, following extensive community collaboration.

Station 29 of Portland Fire & Rescue, with a history dating back to the 1960s, provides emergency services to several neighborhoods and is equipped with a fire engine, brush rig, and ATVs for diverse terrains.

Multnomah County allocates $250,000 for sanctuary initiatives, including a $75,000 grant program and $175,000 for legal and support services to aid immigrant and refugee communities. Funds are also assigned for rent and utility assistance.

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office warns of phone scams claiming missed jury duty and demanding payment via gift cards or crypto. Officials advise hanging up and verifying with official numbers.

Researchers and advocates pressed lawmakers to fix attendance reporting after testimony showed Oregon students get far less class time than peers. Supporters say a modest bill could deliver the data districts need.

Historic Station 28 in Portland, operating since 1913, remains the oldest active fire station in the city, integrating community service with emergency response.

The Ashland, Oregon DMV is closed today due to staffing issues. Customers are directed to use online services or a kiosk at Medford Fred Meyer for certain transactions.

Construction on OR 6's Devils Lake Fork Bridge will cause traffic disruptions starting in February, with daytime lane closures, weight restrictions, and completion expected by 2026.

The Portland Police Bureau works with Oregon agencies on a safety campaign targeting seatbelt and child seat compliance, reinforced by a 2017 state law for rear-facing seats for kids under two.

The SSCC in Portland coordinates efforts to manage homelessness, offering shelter referrals and removing hazardous campsites while collecting trash and addressing community safety.