A recent audit reveals inadequate progress and unmet goals in the Portland Bureau of Transportation's Vision Zero initiative, with traffic fatalities remaining high despite ongoing safety efforts.

Oregon high schoolers are participating in a contest creating ads to promote young worker safety, with potential cash prizes and an educational focus.

The bridge to the lower falls at Lacamas Regional Park has reopened after being closed due to structural concerns. A safer, weather-resistant bridge has replaced the old one.

Medford announces fee updates effective January 1, 2025, including a tiered business license fee system, market rate vehicle fleet charges, simplified developer permit fees, and minor Parks and Recreation adjustments.

The Oregon Department of Revenue's Medford office will close at noon on Nov 18 and all day on Nov 19 for staff training. A drop box is available for document submissions.

Gymnast Jordan Chiles disputes the loss of her Paris Games bronze medal over a timing technicality, with her appeal process ongoing and the original recipient, Ana Barbosu, already awarded.

A tornado reportedly touched down near Rockaway Beach, Oregon. The National Weather Service is investigating, while the Tillamook County Sheriff observed property damage but no major injuries.

A missing 33-year-old hiker was found dead in Mt. Hood National Forest after a search by various rescue teams and resources. No foul play is suspected.

The NWS predicts a rainy week for Portland, starting with Veterans Day, with ongoing chances for showers and thunderstorms throughout the week, accompanied by gusty winds.

Michael J. English, 33, from Portland, escaped custody while at a hospital for injuries but was recaptured and charged with first-degree manslaughter and firearm possession.

The Oregon DMV discovered 56 more improperly registered voters when reviewing the Motor Voter system, adding to earlier errors involving non-citizen registrations. Measures are being taken to improve accuracy.

The FLIP Museum is moving to a permanent location in downtown Hillsboro, set to open in 2025, aimed at families and children, and will continue offering mobile experiences.

The forecast in Portland indicates increasing chances of rain this week, with the likelihood of precipitation and cloudy skies rising through Thursday.