The Oregon Department of Emergency Management warns against charity scams following disasters and offers guidelines to ensure donations are made safely and to legitimate entities.

Friends of IFCC awards grants to 23 Portland-based artists, promising a vibrant future for the local art scene at the Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center.

An ODF report clarified that the 2020 Santiam Canyon Fire was caused by embers from the Beachie Creek Fire, not downed power lines as previously thought.

Gresham police arrested three individuals, including Donald Kargbo, following an armed carjacking and subsequent pursuit; a fourth suspect remains at large.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office is inviting public feedback on new policy drafts related to complaint intake and internal affairs processing during a 30-day Stakeholder Review.

Authorities seek information on the illegal killing of a gray wolf in Oregon, offering a $10,000 reward. The loss impacts the Metolius pack's genetics and conservation efforts.

Multnomah County Board recognized Women's History Month, Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, Procurement Month, and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in 2025 celebrations.

Portland prepares to launch a $67 million grants program focused on sustainable projects and social justice through the PCEF, prioritizing climate action and equity.

Clackamas County, Oregon, is seeking candidates to fill a County Commissioner vacancy. Applications are open until April 9, with certain qualifications required. The appointed commissioner will serve until 2026.

Multnomah County Commissioners discuss a draft ordinance for new lobbying rules, focusing on transparency, reporting thresholds, and post-service employment restrictions.

A 45-year-old woman named Brianne Pardue was shot and killed in Portland's Centennial Neighborhood, her death ruled a homicide. Police have not revealed suspects or motives.

The Portland Water Bureau removed the returned payment fee, seen as an unfair financial burden, following an Ombudsman investigation and recommendations.

A clog in Portland's sewer main caused a 3,300-gallon sewage spill into the Willamette River, leading to a public health advisory and E. coli concerns.