Officials from Portland and Multnomah County blame each other for the lack of adequate emergency shelters during a winter storm, spotlighting the tensions and shortcomings in their response efforts.

Lawmakers introduce the Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act, proposing $28.5 million in annual grants to address the nursing educator shortage and expand capacity in nursing programs.

The report shows Oregon's tax system favors the rich but the state is less regressive than most, according to a study and the Oregon Center for Public Policy's analysis.

US Representatives Salinas and Senator Blumenthal introduced the GRIT Act to combat gambling addiction with federal funding for prevention, treatment, and research.

Christine Sinclair has re-signed with Portland Thorns FC for the 2024 season, continuing her professional soccer career after retiring from the Canadian national team.

Suspected arson at the future site of a Portland homeless shelter led to heavy machinery being set on fire, causing significant damage and prompting an investigation.

A water pipe burst in a NE Portland apartment, leaving residents homeless as it damaged 50 units. Anchor NW Property Group is assisting with relocations and restoration, which may take five months.

An ice storm warning is in place for the Columbia River Gorge and Hood River Valley, threatening significant ice accumulation and potential power outages, with some Oregon customers already affected. Warm-up expected in Portland metro area.

Portland Fire & Rescue is launching a pilot program, MOUD, to provide on-site medications for opioid overdoses and withdrawal symptoms during 911 responses.

The winter storm that battered Portland, Oregon led to downed power lines, fires, in addition to the widely reported tragic electrocution deaths of three family members; a toddler survived.

Three people died in Northeast Portland after a power line fell on their car, while a child survived. The incident is part of a series of weather-related fatalities in the area.

An Illinois man was arrested after a SWAT standoff in Washington County, stemming from a confrontation with his estranged wife. He surrendered hours later; no hostages were involved. The incident impacted local traffic and school dismissals.

Boeing hires retired Navy admiral as a special adviser to improve safety and quality assurance in its manufacturing processes after an incident with an Alaska Airlines jet.