A Southeast Portland homeowner returned to find walls of tires stacked across his 1.2‑acre lot as county and state agencies investigate. Officials say the piles pose fire and health risks.

Cloudy Wednesday gives way to a big warm-up; an Extreme Heat Watch covers Sunday–Monday. Prepare for 90s and limited overnight relief.

OHA has lowered the AQI thresholds that trigger cancellations and scaled-back play for summer camps and youth sports, meaning more frequent moves indoors when smoke appears.

Les Schwab cut roughly 70 corporate roles at its Bend headquarters as the tire chain restructures central teams while continuing to expand stores nationwide.

Cloudy, cool this morning with showers and gusts; a major heat event is likely June 13–16.

A 30-year-old Long Beach woman died June 5 after her car crossed into oncoming traffic on Hwy 26 near Necanicum; OSP says impairment is suspected.

A 28-year-old man was arrested and indicted on domestic-terrorism and arson charges after a series of fires near Fossil, Oregon. He surrendered following a multi-agency operation.

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.