A Vancouver woman is accused of setting a bag of her ex’s clothes on fire on a patio, sending six‑foot flames toward an upstairs balcony. She’s charged with first‑degree arson and jailed.

Oregon trade groups moved to intervene in the federal suit over the state's producer‑fee recycling law, intensifying a legal fight that has already paused part of the program. A July trial now looms.

After announcing a shutdown, República will reopen for indefinite Thursday–Sunday daytime hours in the Pearl District, serving a pared-down menu of Mexican classics.

A Washington County grand jury indicted a 26-year-old Beaverton man on 19 counts alleging he gave meth to and sexually abused at least nine underage students.

A suspicious device found near the Rose Quarter MAX station led to an arrest and temporary Yellow Line service suspensions. The Metro Explosive Device Unit is investigating while TriMet runs shuttles and warns of delays.

A city‑hosted town hall this Thursday will bring police, community groups and residents together to discuss non‑arrest strategies to reduce gun violence during school breaks.

Portland police identified a 44-year-old man killed March 12 on North Columbia Boulevard; neighbors and city data say District 2 needs safety fixes.

Vancouver police say Brock J. Hamm removed a court-ordered GPS ankle monitor and failed to appear for sentencing. Authorities believe he may have fled to Portland and warn the public not to approach him.

A 16‑inch cast‑iron water main broke on NE Multnomah, flooding the street and disrupting service near the Lloyd District. Crews are on scene and the Water Bureau has posted guidance for customers.

Federal marshals and Salem police arrested five in a northeast Salem home and seized guns, body armor and suspected meth and fentanyl.

A Portland family sued apartment owners after alleging their 10‑month‑old put a dead mouse in his mouth; the complaint seeks $122,000 in noneconomic damages.

Hillsboro opened sandbag fill stations at Griffin Oaks Park and Frances Street Park ahead of a regional flood watch. Bring a shovel and expect self‑service stations.

Robert Marbut will meet with Portland leaders next Tuesday to discuss federal homelessness priorities and funding. The invitation-only session comes amid controversy over HUD rules.