Public Works Director John Vial retires after 30 years, including service in Oregon and Medford, and is lauded for his leadership and community connection.

The 2024 State of Housing Report for Portland shows housing costs outpacing income gains, with stark income disparities between homeowners and renters.

The City of Medford is conducting road improvements as part of their maintenance program, with projects scheduled through the summer to enhance 802 lane miles of roadways.

Portland anticipates sunny skies with temperatures reaching up to 94 degrees, accompanied by light breezes. The clear weather trend and warm temperatures are expected to continue through the weekend.

An investigation is being conducted into the death of a man in police custody in Portland after officers responded to a welfare check and encountered him acting erratically.

Supreme Court limits lower courts' nationwide injunctions without ruling on Trump's birthright citizenship stance. Oregon AG Rayfield vows to continue the legal fight.

Multnomah County expanded referrals to 24/7 sobering services, previously limited to police, now including five behavioral health providers, facilitating access to recovery resources and partnerships to aid those with addiction and homelessness.

The Oregon DOJ warns of a scam involving unauthorized transfers of phone numbers to other carriers, potentially leading to identity theft and financial loss.

The Oregon House passed HB 3199, a bipartisan bill to combat chronic absenteeism in schools, focusing on strategies like harmonizing attendance records and increasing family engagement.

An investigation is ongoing for a fatal crash in Boring, where Jeremy Taylor died after his motorcycle collided with a truck. No charges filed; speed and intoxication were not factors.

David Toedtemeier from Eugene was sentenced to five years in prison for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine, following a vehicle and home search.

The Oregon Senate passed Senate Bill 692, mandating insurance coverage for doula and lactation services, aiming to improve maternal and infant health support.

Portland's weather forecast includes mostly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from highs of 73-91 degrees and a 20% chance of showers on Thursday.