Hillsboro is considering tighter library rules to curb misconduct, with potential bans of up to 180 days for troublemakers across both city libraries. The city council will vote on this in June.

Portland investigates its own payroll system issues, including delayed updates and $7 million in unpaid taxes to various entities, while taking measures to address potential employee financial impacts and ensure transparency.

Oregon is reintroducing drug charges and local officials are working to establish treatment programs before the September deadline, with funding provided by the state to prioritize treatment over jail.

Cortney Duke-Driessen becomes interim Washington County Counsel, succeeding the resigning Brad Anderson. She has 11 years of experience in the county and there will be a national search for a permanent counsel.

A woman died after her car hit a utility pole in Northeast Portland, marking the city's 21st traffic death in 2023. Police are investigating the crash and urging witnesses to come forward.

The Oregon Heritage Commission has awarded $75,031 in grants to 15 museums across Oregon, supporting diverse heritage projects ranging from digital archives to building repairs.

Portland's Bureau of Transportation outlines the process for securing a Community Event Permit, noting the ideal 90-day application period, possible expedited fee, event criteria, and necessary preparations for street events on their website.

Clackamas Community College in Oregon City to host Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Oct. 13 with food, music, and storytelling, free to the public at Environmental Learning Center.

Clackamas County's Coordinated Housing Access (CHA) program aids those facing housing insecurity, having helped over 12,000 people in 2023 with direct daily support and a focus on homelessness diversion.

The forecast for Portland indicates a 40% chance of light rain today with mild temperatures; clearer skies tonight, followed by sun on Thursday and Friday, and potential rain over the weekend.

The Oregon State Beavers, as the No. 15 national seed, will face Tulane in the NCAA baseball tournament, while the University of Oregon Ducks will compete against San Diego. Both teams aim for the College World Series.

Rain showers are forecasted in Portland with an 80% chance of precipitation, as the National Weather Service predicts a consistently wet week ahead, with temperatures in the mid-60s.

A man was arrested in Forest Grove for shooting ball bearings at cars using a slingshot, after a seven-month investigation into the vandalism incidents.