A motorcycle crash on Highway 26 in Baker County, Oregon, caused the death of Michael Allen Klaus. No other vehicles were involved. The highway was temporarily closed for investigation.

A young man died in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 20 in Linn County after his Toyota 4Runner rolled, ejecting him. The incident closed the highway for two hours.

A crash in Portland involving a tractor-trailer resulted in one pedestrian dead and another seriously injured; the driver was later detained. Police are investigating and seeking information.

Portland Police arrested individuals for bike theft using a bait bike operation, which also led to the seizure of cocaine and assistance in a shoplifting incident and a homeless encampment disturbance.

Portland's forecast suggests a slight chance of morning rain with a mostly sunny day ahead, high of 77 degrees and light winds. Increasing clouds overnight with a low around 60. Warm days with highs in the 70s to 90s expected throughout the week.

The Morrison Bridge is facing eastbound lane closures on August 18-20 due to repair works aimed at strengthening infrastructure and allowing heavier vehicles to cross.

Roadwork begins on SE Washington Street in Portland, lasting seven days with possible weekend work, causing traffic delays and requiring alternate routes.

Multnomah County COO Christopher Neal initiates an independent review by Beery, Elsner & Hammond of conflict of interest management and ethical standards after a state audit.

The new ArcGIS Story Map and the 2025-2026 Oregon Blue Book celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hells Canyon Scenic Byway and Recreation Area, offering a virtual tour and stories from locals.

The Portland Police Bureau identified the woman killed in a recent shooting as Kimberly Venegas-Gonzalez, aged 21, and seek information to aid the investigation.

Tom Dundon is set to buy the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers for over $4 billion, intending to keep the team in Portland. The sale's details and timeline remain unclear.

Portland's City Administrator plans traffic changes in Northwest Portland to address crime and safety, particularly around Couch Park. Specific measures are not yet detailed.

Handyman Mickal Reutov was sentenced to 30 months for stealing a $44,000 Rolex watch from a Lake Oswego home. His sentence will run concurrently with another he is serving.