A hot-air balloon touched down in the Parr Lumber parking lot in Newberg on Friday; employees corralled the basket and no one was hurt.

Five people were arrested in Washington County after an undercover online sting targeting child predators. Detectives released booking photos and say more victims may be involved.

A former top ODOC health official says he was sacked after flagging delays in inmate care and undisclosed pharmacy savings; his $6.9M lawsuit names the corrections director and others.

Oregon and Washington transportation officials reviewed possible toll exemptions and discounts for the I‑5 bridge at a June 5 joint meeting; no policies were set.

Surveillance shows two men taking an ATM from Crow's Nest in Clackamas; deputies say about $5,000 was taken and are asking for tips.

HB 4116 closes a loophole that let out-of-state lenders export rates above Oregon's 36% APR cap. The change goes into effect Friday and regulators say they will pursue violations.

Portland Center Stage is closing in on a $9M emergency goal, with roughly $1.2M to go as a late‑June deadline looms.

Authorities say more than 5,300 documents from the Kyron Horman investigation are now digitized, and federal analysts will take another look using modern tools.

A family-run taco spot on SE 82nd closed after an early-morning fire damaged the kitchen and roof. The owners launched a fundraiser as they begin repairs and insurance talks.

Oregon is seeing an early, intense tick season and clinics warn more bite‑related visits are coming in. Some tick bites can trigger alpha‑gal, a delayed red‑meat allergy; experts urge repellents, permethrin and tick checks.

Detectives say a 53‑year‑old man has been indicted on multiple sexual‑abuse charges and they are asking possible victims to come forward.

Portland‑area counties have launched address‑searchable evacuation maps to help residents and responders during wildfire season.

A southeast Portland man was arrested after a bullet pierced an apartment wall Monday; police say no one was injured and the suspect faces weapons-related charges.