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Portland's weather forecast includes sunny days with highs near 80°F and nights around 53°F, with a chance of rain starting Saturday night and possible thunderstorms on Sunday, turning mostly sunny later.
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A suspicious backpack in a public bathroom at Sunset Beach State Recreation Site prompted a bomb squad response, but no injuries occurred as the device was safely disarmed.
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Multnomah County seeks a new director for its expanding Preschool for All program, focusing on equitable early learning and aiming to serve 11,000 children by 2030.
Oregon's LSTA Advisory Council sets a virtual meeting for September 29, 2025, to discuss library funding and business.
A HazMat incident at Naval Station Everett led to evacuation and a response by fire and HazMat teams; the suspicious substance was deemed nonhazardous.
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.
Community & Society in ...
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.
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