Portland has merged its tree code permits and enforcement team with the Permitting & Development department, affecting 21 professionals from the Urban Forestry Division.

Portland's Multnomah County Central Library will not install a proposed weapons detection system due to worries about accessibility and costs from the library director and staff.

Oregon Senate Democrats pass a $4.3 billion transportation tax increase without Republican support; Republicans and economist John Topanga raise concerns over the economic burdens on citizens.

Oregon and Portland challenge the federalization of their National Guard, citing constitutional concerns and seeking a court ruling to block the move by the Secretary of Defense.

Oregon celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month with events and webinars, highlighting the contributions of disabled workers despite an employment gap. Programs support job seekers with disabilities.

Oregon's Department of Transportation announces October public meetings for various transportation issues, encouraging public participation and offering accommodations for those with disabilities.

The Portland Police ensured a peaceful march and resolved incidents at an ICE facility with restraint, making two arrests without significant altercations.

Portland's weather is transitioning from sunny to a week of anticipated rain and possible thunderstorms, with high chances of precipitation through Thursday.

Governor Kotek and Mayor Wilson convened a roundtable with real estate industry players to promote multifamily housing construction in Portland, aiming to address affordability and secure housing for all.

A Portland man, Michael John Peters, has been charged with multiple mail thefts and was found with stolen mail and fake IDs in his apartment. He remains detained pending trial.

Portland's weather forecast includes a sunny day with a high near 72°F and light winds, turning partly cloudy at night with a low around 54°F. The weekend shows a gradual increase in clouds with rain expected by Sunday night.

A fire in Southeast Portland rapidly spread to two homes, leading to a three-alarm response and evacuation of three adults, with no injuries reported.

Police investigate a fatal hit-and-run on North Marine Drive in Portland, with no arrests made and the victim unidentified. Witnesses are urged to contact authorities.