TriMet offered free rides in Portland to honor Rosa Parks' legacy on her birthday, with educational events for youth and a commitment to accessible transport.

Lazy Days Brewing has taken over the Oregon locations of Ex Novo Brewing, promising to maintain the well-liked ambiance and continue brewing several of Ex Novo's popular beers.

Animator Mark Gustafson, known for work on "Pinocchio" and "Fantastic Mr. Fox," died at 64 from a heart attack, with tributes from Guillermo del Toro.

Portland city officials, led by Commissioner Dan Ryan, draft a policy to systematically review public art and monuments, sparking public involvement with an extended comment period.

REI closed its Pearl District location in Portland due to safety concerns and a rise in thefts. The decision coincides with a larger corporate restructuring resulting in nationwide layoffs. A new store is planned for Beaverton in spring 2024.

Oregon is set to observe its annual "Safety Break" on May 8 to promote workplace safety and health, as part of an initiative by Oregon OSHA. Organizations will discuss safety accomplishments and future improvements.

Portland waives permit fees for tree removal and replanting after severe January storms, with Commissioner Dan Ryan directing the Urban Forestry team to provide financial relief to affected property owners.

A landslide in Astoria, Oregon, prompted evacuations and affected eight properties, with infrastructure like water and gas shut off as a precaution. The geological issue has a long history in the region.

"The Lion King" is set to return to Portland's Keller Auditorium in fall 2025 after a cancellation due to an ice storm. Ticket holders from the canceled shows are granted presale access for the new dates.

Deng Malual of Portland pleads not guilty to the murder of a 61-year-old man in Westbrook, as reported by WGME.

Brianna Workman, a 33-year-old from Portland, was sentenced to 10 years in psychiatric custody for pushing a child onto train tracks, reflecting mental illness during the act.

Ulises Echevarria-Molina from Eastern Oregon received a 75-month prison sentence for drug dealing on the Umatilla Indian Reservation, following a fatal overdose incident.

Portland Public Schools launch 'Schools to Pools,' offering free swimming lessons to second graders, initially including over 300 students, with plans to expand to nearly 3,000.