Portland State University initiates a design contest to revitalize its campus and improve downtown vibrancy, focusing on community engagement and creative solutions.

The Portland Police Bureau is urgently searching for a missing endangered 10-year-old boy, Alexander Lewis Jr., last seen boarding a bus on East Burnside Street.

Columbia Sportswear is laying off staff at its Oregon HQ due to economic challenges and a poor fourth quarter. CEO Tim Boyle cites personnel costs outpacing business growth and aims for future savings.

Oregon's Department of Education is expanding its summer meal programs for children, offering grants to increase access and proposing a monthly food stipend for low-income families, pending legislative support for funding.

Portland General Electric issues a major RFP for renewable and non-emitting energy projects to meet Oregon's clean energy goals, with operation start dates between 2025-2027.

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.