The Housing Multnomah Now initiative successfully housed 306 households, exceeding its target, with collaboration from seven nonprofits and a focus on assisting those in urgent need.

Clark County has initiated a burn ban effective from July 5 due to excessive heat and dry conditions, affecting land clearing and residential burning but allowing certain recreational fires within regulations.

The Native American Youth and Family Center opened "Auntie’s Place," a new shelter for Native families in Milwaukie, funded by Metro’s supportive housing services.

A local man was killed in a shooting at a Portland TriMet MAX platform, officially ruled a homicide; no suspects or witnesses have been identified yet.

The Portland Police Bureau invites public input on its policy directives through online access, enabling residents to submit comments for potential integration into internal guidelines.

Pier Pool in Portland is closed due to major plumbing issues stemming from a ruptured water line, but swim lessons continue at Peninsula Pool. Repair work is underway.

Marshawn Edwards was sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 52.5 years for murdering Jacob Eli Knight-Vasquez in a Portland pizza restaurant and for a subsequent crime spree.

The Supreme Court ruled that cities can enforce bans on homeless encampments even when no shelter is available, impacting urban policies on homelessness.

Oregon health care providers have filed a lawsuit challenging the state's psilocybin service center regulations for discriminating against homebound patients.

Clackamas County residents will see adjusted water and sewer rates starting July 1, with slight increases across different rate zones, as announced by Clackamas Water Environment Services.

Governor Tina Kotek appointed Nickolas A. Brajcich to the Columbia County Circuit Court, replacing retiring Judge Callahan.

A severe grease fire at Shin Shin Foods noodle factory in North Portland caused major smoke and disrupted traffic. The blaze required extensive firefighting efforts, but all employees evacuated safely.

Portland's Office of Violence Prevention announced recipients of the Safer Portland Grant, distributing $800,000 to nine organizations to curb gun violence through community initiatives.