Oregon Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Flat Fire, which threatens areas in Jefferson and Deschutes counties, mobilizing additional firefighting resources.

License plate reader aids Eugene Police in arresting a 19-year-old and detaining a wanted juvenile following reports of attempted vehicle burglaries. Two other minors were released.

Kody Richard Jensen was sentenced to 21 years and 3 months for multiple domestic violence crimes against two women, including rape, assault, and kidnapping.

Medford agencies are hosting a public safety recruitment event on September 26th to showcase career opportunities, offering presentations, Q&A sessions, and a friendly atmosphere.

Heat warning issued for Portland/Vancouver Metro and other areas by the National Weather Service, with high temperatures up to 98F expected until Tuesday evening.

Portland Police responded to a call about a 15-year-old damaging his home. The family was safe, but the teen set the garage on fire, leading to charges of attempted murder and arson.

Oregon seeks taxpayer input through a survey for shaping the future of its direct e-filing tax option; over 13,000 used it for state, and 4,700 for federal returns in 2024.

Multnomah County declares a state of emergency ahead of a heatwave, opens cooling centers, extends library hours, and provides fare-free TriMet rides to cooling spaces.

Portland teachers prepare for a new arts education framework pilot in K-5 schools, aimed to enhance arts education.

A man from Yakima received a 90-month sentence for trafficking fentanyl, the U.S. Attorney's Office reports, after an accident in Oregon led to the drug's discovery.

A report by Councilor Mitch Green's office debunks the myth of tax flight due to the Preschool for All tax in Multnomah County, showing an increase in wealthy households.

Portland Public Works is reducing the number of permit review meetings, which could lead to longer wait times for some projects while streamlining others.

Portland asserts its compliance with laws to AG Bondi, maintaining its sanctuary city status and commitment to not aiding ICE beyond what's legally required.