Portland's transportation bureau promotes Safe Ride Home discounts for St. Patrick's Day to prevent impaired driving and reduce traffic deaths. Options include discounted taxi, Lyft, and Uber rides, plus public transit.

The Oregon Department of Agriculture seeks candidates for 72 openings on 22 agricultural and fisheries commodity commissions. Applicants must be Oregon residents and US citizens, with various roles for producers, handlers, and public members.

The City of Portland Hearings Office approved PGE's application for electrical infrastructure upgrades, with potential appeals pending until March 21, 2025.

PBOT seeks up to 30 volunteers for the Transportation System Plan's advisory committee, aiming to align Portland's transit with equity and climate goals.

Oregon's Department of Revenue enhances its "Where's My Refund?" tool, offering more detailed insights into tax refund status through the Revenue Online account.

Medford offers free Wood Debris Chipper Days to help residents reduce wildfire risks by chipping clean wood debris, excluding grass and trash, on March 26-27.

Lake Oswego Police seek tips after Mark Kramer’s car was vandalized amid a lawsuit about lake access rights. The incident occurred while Kramer was kayaking.

A man was fatally shot Sunday night in East Portland, with an ensuing investigation causing traffic disruptions on East Burnside Street. Witnesses reported hearing shots and arguments before the incident.

A former police sergeant was indicted on child sexual abuse material charges in Clackamas County following a tip and investigation initiated by NCMEC.

Several Medford roads face closures due to construction and utility work from March 10 to April, affecting Hillcrest Road, Black Oak Drive, West 6th Street, and others.

The article describes an upcoming week of variable weather in Portland, including rain, potential snow at higher elevations, and some sunny intervals, per the National Weather Service.

Clackamas County Commissioner Melissa Fireside resigns following indictment, with County Chair Craig Roberts confirming and addressing community concerns.

Sergey and Galina Lebedenko, owners of Astra Car Service in Portland, received a five-year federal prison sentence for stealing $34 million from a client.