A man in Vancouver was arrested for an assault on a female jogger, with charges including indecent liberties and unlawful imprisonment. Evidence was found at his residence, and the jogger sustained a minor injury during the attack.

Nordstrom Rack will close its downtown Portland location in January 2026, affecting 37 employees. The company aims to assist with their transition and may offer transfers to other stores.

The Law Enforcement Council of Washington County reaffirms their commitment to serve every resident equally, regardless of immigration status, while distancing from federal immigration enforcement roles.

A judge halted National Guard deployment in Portland, the Supreme Court upheld same-sex marriage, and local elections favored progressives. Despite these, ICE activity increased, prompting community action to protect affected families.

Portland police have charged Amber Turner with second-degree burglary and seek public help to identify her accomplices.

Portland police monitored protests in the South Waterfront area, arresting one for trespassing and remaining prepared for enforcement actions during the demonstration.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office honored Michele Vaughan and Joanna Fenner for 25 and 20 years of service, showcasing the agency's commitment to a supportive workplace.

Electrical hazards caused multiple fires in Northeast Portland, with Portland Fire & Rescue responding to arcing power lines and a vehicle ignited by a fallen tree. Power was mostly restored by mid-morning.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, with 21 others, sued the USDA to block guidance they claim illegally restricts SNAP benefits for certain immigrants.

MCSO advises residents on safety during Thanksgiving, highlighting a decrease in emergency calls from the previous year and the importance of preventing theft, fire safety, responsible driving, and planning for emergencies.

Oregon's Child Welfare system released a quarterly report for greater transparency, showing improvements in child placements and meeting federal standards, but recognizing further work is needed.

The National Weather Service forecasts a wet week for Portland with high chances of rain and humidity; Thanksgiving is expected to be particularly damp.

PPB monitored a protest near ICE in South Portland, making no arrests, and reiterated their commitment to public safety over direct immigration enforcement.