A man drowned in the Willamette River at West Linn's Willamette Park, with unsuccessful rescue and resuscitation efforts by Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue.

Portland adjusts waste collection to start earlier on days forecasted to reach 95 degrees or higher, protecting sanitation workers from heat-related health risks.

Military jets performed Independence Day flyovers across Oregon, a tradition witnessed statewide from Portland to Warrenton to The Dalles, as reported by various local news outlets.

The SW Capitol Highway ramp to SW Barbur Boulevard in Portland will close on July 15 for six weeks of repairs due to bridge deck distress. Detours and occasional lane closures on SW Barbur are expected.

A head-on collision on Highway 20 claimed a 12-year-old's life and resulted in serious injuries and a vehicle fire, with ongoing investigation into the cause.

The Oregon Heritage MentorCorps program is open for heritage organizations in Oregon seeking professional mentorship in various areas including collections management and non-profit operations.

Daniel W. Bluestein was found guilty in a retrial for a 2006 sexual assault case by a unanimous jury after previous non-unanimous verdicts were ruled unconstitutional.

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.