Portland's City Council VP pushes for a safety resolution to cut traffic deaths as part of the Vision Zero initiative, with a supporting rally planned.

The Portland Police Bureau is seeking community feedback on its directives, including arrest protocols and the Police Review Board, to enhance accountability. Residents can comment on the guidelines via the PPB Directives Webpage.

A man died in the Willamette River near Wheatland Ferry after suffering a suspected medical episode while swimming, despite rescue efforts by deputies.

One person died and another hospitalized after an early morning house fire in South Salem. Firefighters rescued the two individuals and controlled the blaze within 20 minutes.

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny weather for Portland with highs in the mid-70s to 80s, slight wind variations, and a chance of weekend rain.

A fire caused by lithium-ion batteries at a Tualatin business was extinguished by TVF&R with no injuries reported. Firefighters faced visibility issues but contained the blaze effectively.

The Gateway Fred Meyer in East Portland has closed, impacting residents and local development plans, amidst wider retail industry struggles. The community is seeking ways to adapt and revitalize the area.

BLM plans to offer six timber sales in September, totaling nearly 40 million board feet from Oregon public lands, aiming to support local economies and jobs.

Portland experiences transitional weather in September with varying cloud coverage and chances of rain, as per NWS, with temperatures in the 50s to 70s range and potential thunderstorms on Sunday.

The NWS Portland updates the local weather forecast with sunny days and chances of weekend rain, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to low 80s.

Portland's weather transitions from overcast to sunny with a high near 76°F. Humidity at 82% in the morning. Partly cloudy evening expected with a low of 59°F. Weekend may see showers with highs in the 70s.

A judge issued a lenient ruling on Oscar Lee Burrell Jr.'s multiple reckless driving charges, convicting him on only a few misdemeanors and imposing minor penalties, which the DA criticized.

Oregon man Tracy Hevern was jailed for 5 days after a court outburst over a seatbelt ticket conviction, also facing charges for Resisting Arrest and Disorderly Conduct.