Mexican national in Oregon faces charges for trafficking over 43 pounds of fentanyl and heroin, after law enforcement seized the drugs at his residence.

A fatal multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 in Lane County caused a highway closure and one death, with the involved parties identified and an ongoing investigation.

Oregon's ODHS is establishing measures to improve its Child Welfare system in response to the Wyatt B. v. Kotek lawsuit, with plans outlined in an "Initial Review" by appointed Neutral Kevin Ryan.

A man from Keizer, Oregon, received an 11-year federal prison sentence for trafficking fentanyl and meth in Oregon and Washington after pleading guilty.

A Portland serial arsonist, Aubrey A. Edwards, was arrested, released, and then re-arrested for setting multiple fires, with a spree possibly spanning 10 days.

Human remains were found in a storage locker in The Dalles, prompting an investigation by local police and the Columbia Gorge Major Crimes team. An autopsy is pending.

Portland's Central Eastside to introduce new on-street pay-to-park hours, effective from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday, beginning August 1.

The National Weather Service predicts sunny days and comfortable temperatures in Portland, with some cloudiness and a slight chance of showers early next week.

Starting July 28, Rose Street at the OR 99 intersection in Phoenix will close for a month due to construction. Detours will be provided, and the OR 99 project aims to improve local infrastructure by spring 2026 with state or federal funding.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed SB 1154 and HB 3525 to improve drinking water quality and transparency, addressing water contamination and climate change concerns.

Driver Amin Noor Mohamed was arrested on multiple charges after hitting two pedestrians in NW Portland, with varying injuries reported. The police seek more information.

Portland is revising curb extension rules, reflecting bike/transit priorities. PBOT seeks public comment on the TRN-1.28 rule draft by September 5, 2025.

Portland's Office of Arts & Culture distributed over $5.6 million to local artists and cultural organizations in 2024-25, fostering the city's creative community.