The Oregon Zoo’s Jonsson Center hatched a record 15 California condor chicks this season, a major boost for recovery efforts. Several hatchlings were foster‑reared and will move to pre‑release pens before heading to wild sites.

Vancouver police say a Kik CyberTip prompted a DECU probe that led to the arrest of a 20-year-old; he faces multiple felony counts of possessing and dealing child sexual abuse material.

State health officials warn microcystin detected at Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge; avoid water contact and keep pets away.

Cloudy start with afternoon gusts and a high near 67°F. A sharp warm-up Monday–Tuesday could push Portland into the 90s.

The Oregon Public Utility Commission rejected PacifiCorp’s request for a $55.1M interim rate increase on May 26, 2026, keeping the company’s cash‑bridge plan on hold. Regulators said the utility hadn’t met the high bar for emergency relief.

New state and city rules mean swimmers under 14 must be supervised by an adult during play swims. Portland will use wristbands and swim tests to sort access this summer.

Sunny and warm Thursday with highs near 86°F. Showers and isolated thunderstorms possible tonight, mainly over the Cascades; localized downpours could affect late commutes.

A judge sentenced Christopher Pray to 57 months for stealing a state van during his Aug. 30, 2023 escape; the term will run with a 22-year sentence he drew in 2024.

Central City Concern bought Old Town’s 121 NW Everett for about $11M and will convert the office tower into a recovery and employment campus.

Sunny and warm today with highs near 81°F. Thunderstorms become possible Thursday, mainly over the Cascades.

Backers of Initiative Petition 28 say they've submitted more than the signatures needed to push a measure that would strip hunting and fishing exemptions toward the November ballot. State officials must still verify the names before anything is final.

Cloudy, cool Tuesday with a slight chance of afternoon showers and gusty winds. Boaters face hazardous seas; a warmer, drier spell moves in midweek.

NWS warns of elevated sneaker-wave danger on the Oregon coast through Tuesday; waves can run far up beaches and roll heavy driftwood. Keep kids and pets close and stay back from the surf.