A young man died in a two-vehicle crash in Josephine County after his car didn't stop at a highway intersection and was hit by a GMC Yukon, causing the highway to close for hours.

Oregon's Department of Emergency Management begins accepting applications for the SPIRE Grant to improve local emergency preparedness with essential equipment.

Wylie Joe Summerlin, 62, died in a crash on Highway 101 in Curry County after swerving to avoid a deer and hitting a tree. He was not wearing a seatbelt. Traffic was not disrupted, and multiple agencies responded.

The Gresham Police Department invites the community to an open house on May 21 at the city hall for insights into law enforcement careers and an option to take a recruitment exam.

Oregon citizens are voting in a special district election on local issues, with initial results expected at 8 PM today. Voters are reminded to return ballots by 8 PM to be counted.

Mayor Keith Wilson of Portland proclaims May 19-23 as Walk and Bike to School and Work Week to promote health, safety, economy, education, and environment.

Portland's weather forecast includes a 50% chance of showers today with a high of 63°F, a 10% chance tonight, and mostly sunny days ahead, with temperatures rising towards the weekend and a potential for showers on Memorial Day.

Portland Police seek public help in locating Joan Ivan, an 81-year-old woman with dementia, last seen near Northeast Stanton Street and North Williams Avenue. She's 5’5”, 110 lbs, and may frequent Dawson Park and New Seasons. Contact 911 if seen.

Juvenile dies in UTV crash; driver Ayden Heard charged with Manslaughter in the Second Degree on Sauvie Island.

Gresham police search for suspects Hunter, Hirsch, and Coy following the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Liam Spahnle-Bailey. Police advise the public that suspects are armed and dangerous.

Multnomah County Board discussed the FY 2025-26 $4 billion budget, addressing a funding gap, with public feedback on legal services, homelessness, and job training.

Salem Fire Department will fully run the city's ambulance services by July 2025, taking over from Falck Ambulance Northwest due to their service hour shortfalls.

Washington County is seeking public input for its Transportation Safety Action Plan update through an online forum until June 15, aiming to improve road, street, and trail safety.