Oregon DHS issued an alert for missing 11-year-old Christopher Brayton, potentially in danger, last seen with his father heading possibly to Disneyland. Public help is sought.

SW Fourth Avenue in Portland will be closed northbound from SW Taylor to SW Alder Street starting 8 p.m. Friday for paving. Night construction is expected until Monday 5 a.m., causing noise disruptions. Detours and parking alternatives are suggested.

A 13-year-old driver led a high-speed chase, resulting in no injuries after MCSO used spikes and a pit maneuver. Facing serious charges, the teen and occupants were released to families.

Portland issues an Extreme Heat Warning due to soaring temperatures forecasted by the National Weather Service.

The Hawthorne Bridge in Portland will be closed to all traffic for maintenance on the weekend of August 23-25, with scheduled closures on Saturday and Sunday evenings.

Councilor Candace Avalos will host the D1 People's Picnic in East Portland on August 24, with food, games, music, and community resources. Mayor Wilson will attend.

Oregon's AG leads a 21-state lawsuit against the Trump administration's alleged unlawful conditions on federal VOCA grants, affecting crime victim support funds.

Gerardo A. Ortiz Henriquez, 24, died in Portland after an e-scooter and truck collision. Henriquez was an e-scooter passenger; the operator survived. Investigations continue, with no arrests or citations yet.

Multnomah County reviews the Preschool for All program's financial framework and gathers community input on universal preschool access for the 2030 goal.

A man was seriously injured in a fire at a Northwest Portland apartment; another resident and a firefighter also sustained injuries. The fire is under investigation, and authorities are seeking information.

A man was arrested for attempted burglary and menacing in a Eugene neighborhood after being found with an exacto knife and mask near a woman's window.

The National Weather Service predicts sunny skies and rising temperatures up to 78°F today in Portland, with a clear and warm week ahead, including a high near 94°F by Friday.

Portland's weather is mostly cloudy at 64°F, with mild conditions and light winds. The National Weather Service forecasts partly sunny days with highs around 78°F and clear nights throughout the week.