Oregon families are using fun activities to teach their children emergency preparedness, avoiding fear while fostering readiness through games and practical exercises recommended by the Oregon Office of Emergency Management.

Salem will experience a temporary digital services outage from midnight to 5 a.m. on Wednesday due to a system update. Essential services like Utility Billing and Parks & Recreation will be affected.

Multnomah County's voluntary wood burning restriction is in effect to improve air quality. Exemptions apply to those dependent on wood heat. The measure aims to reduce health risks from smoke particles.

Anthony Dwayne Bell, Jr. died after a shooting in Portland; he was involved in a crash during the incident and succumbed to his injuries five days later.

A man was arrested in Portland for causing an explosion while illegally producing hash oil; he faces charges including reckless endangerment and arson.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek seeks a new judge for the state's Court of Appeals following Judge Mooney's resignation. Applications for the vacancy are due by November 4, 2024.

Oregonians are set to join the Great Oregon ShakeOut drill on October 17 to practice the "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" earthquake response, emphasizing preparedness for a major seismic event.

Oregon's Office of Emergency Management advises that direct cash donations are more impactful than indirect methods for disaster relief, as they avoid added costs and ensure more efficient use of funds.

The forecast in Portland calls for sunny skies and temperate weather in the upcoming week, with highs ranging from 65 to 75 degrees and potential rain starting on Columbus Day.

The Oregon Ducks are set to face their toughest challenge against Ohio State, aiming to maintain their undefeated streak in a pivotal game that can define their season.

Mary E. Jacobo was arrested in Seaside, Oregon, on warrants after her child died from a suspected fentanyl overdose. Police found her with a firearm at the time of the arrest.

The article describes the upcoming mild weather in Portland with varying chances of showers, sunshine, and autumnal temperatures, as forecasted by the National Weather Service.

The Oregon DHS is seeking public feedback on a study regarding provider rates and staff wages to shape a final report due in December 2024, initiated by Senate Bill 5506.