Portland's weather forecast indicates sunny skies, a high of 48 degrees, and a frosty night, followed by likely rain on New Year's Day and continuing rainfall into the weekend.

Hillsboro announces a variety of development projects for 2026, focusing on community support, water infrastructure, public safety, and connectivity enhancements.

State attorneys general, led by Dan Rayfield of Oregon, are running a PSA campaign to alert consumers about gift card fraud and prevention strategies post-holidays.

The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office welcomes K9 Saar, a Belgian Malinois specialized in Patrol, to their team. Saar, born in Holland, responds to Dutch commands and has her own trading card for community engagement.

Oregon Judge McShane ordered the release of Fernando Pichardo Medina, wrongfully detained by CBP, highlighting due process violations and unjustified force.

A 19-year-old faces charges for unprovoked assaults on Portland's TriMet system, with two incidents recorded and an additional case from August. Sincere William Alexander Hunter was arrested and arraigned, with bail set at $5,000 per case.

House fires in the Washington D.C. area displaced families on Christmas Eve and Day, with casualties including one firefighter with heat exhaustion and five people injured from a separate fire sparked by a Christmas tree.

The Sellwood Community House in Portland overcame the threat of closure and thrived under community management, eventually gaining ownership of its facility, and reintroduced free youth activities in Sellwood Park.

John L. Drake II has been appointed as Vancouver's new fire chief starting Dec. 29, after the city conducted a national search. He has 38 years of experience and comes from a significant role in Los Angeles.

ODOT warns of a severe windstorm on Christmas Eve in Oregon and advises holiday travelers to plan for disruptions, including downed trees and power lines. High winds and winter weather may affect travel, particularly on mountain passes.

The SSCC in Portland reported efforts to assist the homeless, including waste management, camp assessments, shelter referrals, and campsite removals, with emphasis on compassion and long-term solutions.

Clackamas County announces holiday closures of county offices while ensuring essential services remain available.

Portland Parks & Recreation seeks local committee members to guide the redesign of Gov. Tom McCall Waterfront Park's Bowl area, with applications due by January 12.