Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center nurses, represented by ONA, authorized a strike over wages, patient care, and working conditions after 21 months of bargaining.

Portland considers making cooling systems mandatory in rental units to protect against heatwaves after deadly 2021 event, with efforts led by Commissioner Avalos.

Oregon State Police investigate a murder-suicide in Josephine County involving five deaths, including three children, with Chad Scott Behee identified as the suspected shooter.

Portland's weather forecast includes a mix of showers and clouds, with a 100% chance of rain Friday night and possible clearing over the weekend. Sunny skies are expected by Tuesday with temperatures reaching the low 80s.

Market of Choice cancels acquisition of former Food Front Cooperative site in Portland following the death of CEO Rick Wright and strategic considerations.

Portland's SE Washington Street repaving project will create delays and detours from 82nd to 92nd Avenues, with work scheduled on business days and possible weekends. Sidewalk access remains open.

Enrique Hernandez-Hernandez, 24, drowned in the Molalla River; authorities and water rescue teams responded but could not save him. Safety experts remind swimmers to wear life jackets.

Nathanael Michael West was sentenced to eight years in prison for threatening a federal judge and prosecutor, following his guilty plea to all charges.

Washington County Sheriff's Office intensifies investigation following a kayaker's discovery of human body parts in the Tualatin River, with multiple agencies aiding in the search.

North Bend's school board voted 5-2 to amend the Urban Renewal Plan, securing $4 million for downtown workforce housing and providing property tax cuts.

Authorities in Portland are investigating a hit-and-run on the Morrison Bridge that left a bicyclist seriously injured during the Bridge Pedal event. The suspect vehicle, a white Toyota Tundra with missing plates and possible front grille damage, fled before police arrived.

Police found a deceased woman and an uncooperative male suspect during a welfare check in Southeast Portland; the incident escalated to a homicide investigation.

ICE agents detained farmworkers near Woodburn, sparking concerns and legal action from advocates, with reports of ICE breaking a window to arrest four Guatemalan individuals. Advocates criticized the lack of access to legal help for detainees.