Portland settles into autumn with variable clouds and possible showers, and temperatures around 57°F. The weekend forecast predicts a mix of sunshine and clouds, with a chance of rain later in the week.

Rep. Lucetta Elmer elected as the new House Republican Leader in Oregon, praised by Senate Republican Leader Bruce Starr, who expects her to address public safety, affordability, and prosperity.

Oregon's Administrative Services corrected the 2026 rent stabilization rates: 6% for larger facilities (>30 spaces) and 9.5% for smaller ones (≤30 spaces or ORS 90.323 tenancies).

A truck hit an overpass on N.E. 223rd Avenue, causing traffic delays and road closures, with authorities advising detours and expecting prolonged disruptions.

The Pentagon has deployed 200 Oregon National Guard troops to support law enforcement and protect federal property in Portland, Oregon, under the Portland Force Protection Mission.

Kim Haughn joins Washington County's Homeless Solutions Advisory Council, contributing her risk reduction experience.

A man was fatally shot in North Portland, and police are investigating the incident, detaining a person connected to the case. They request public assistance with information.

The NWS forecasts rain and possible thunderstorms for Portland, OR, with high winds and cool temperatures expected. Visibility is low, and more showers are imminent through the night.

Portland Police identified 34-year-old Shawney M. Mann as the victim of a fatal crash in Bridgeton and seek a damaged Cadillac SRX related to the incident.

A 22-year-old man, Kaythan Miguel Tenry, pled guilty to first-degree murder and was sentenced to life with parole possible after 30 years for a double homicide in a 7-Eleven parking lot in 2022.

Governor Tina Kotek signed Oregon's Climate Resilience Investment Act, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of the state's public employee retirement fund.

The Oregon Senate passed legislation to ensure that 500 ODOT workers continue maintaining transportation infrastructure, safeguarding jobs and road safety.

Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner opposes the deployment of federal troops to Portland, highlighting the community's wish for peace and the sufficiency of local law enforcement.