The Clackamas County Water Rescue Consortium advises on water safety, highlighting the importance of life jackets, awareness of hidden dangers, cold spring water temperatures, and avoiding alcohol or drugs while swimming or boating.

Portland Police Bureau released the names of officers and body-cam footage from Damon Lamarr Johnson's in-custody death case, with an ongoing investigation.

Brandon Gilpin was sentenced to 25 years for manslaughter and attempted murder in a 2023 Portland shooting, with the DA recognizing the investigative and victim support efforts involved.

Washington County DA reexamines a 1994 cold case murder with a new grant for advanced DNA testing, seeking justice for Veta Hardebeck's unsolved homicide.

The National Weather Service in Portland issued an Extreme Heat Watch, with temperatures expected to hit 95-105°F. Residents are urged to prepare and check on vulnerable individuals.

Multnomah County warns drivers to avoid fresh road paint during summer striping, as it needs time to dry to maintain line visibility and safety. Driving over it can damage the paint's reflectivity and soil vehicles.

A firefighter was injured in the Turner Road wildfire near Salem, now controlled. Evacuations were downgraded. The fire's cause, initially a car crash, is under further investigation.

Oregon OSHA reminds businesses to protect workers from heat illness, requires water, shade, and training as part of the heat rule, and offers resources and consultation services.

Portland's southbound I-5 right lane will close for RealTime sign construction, causing potential gridlock from July 11 to 14, affecting the area between SW Corbett Avenue and SW Terwilliger Boulevard.

BLM announces the offering of 54 million board feet of timber sales in Western Oregon, supporting local economies, improving forest health, and reducing wildfire risks.

Oregon's legislature has doubled the budget of the Oregon Energy Assistance Program from $20 to $40 million, benefiting low-income residents in Multnomah County facing high energy costs.

Portland's sanctuary city status sparks tensions with federal immigration enforcement, leading to protests and debates, as city officials reaffirm local policies against collaboration with ICE.

Portland, OR, can expect varied weather, with clouds and sun today and a high of 74°F, reaching 79°F with full sun by Thursday and 89°F on Friday, due to a north northwest wind. The weekend will be sunny, with highs in the high 80s to low 90s.