Frequent lightning from a Wednesday storm sparked several tiny blazes in Philomath; crews extinguished them and officials urged residents to pack two‑week go‑bags.

Brief morning storm risk, then inland highs near 86°F. Cooler, less‑humid weekend expected.

A 58‑year‑old Madras man died after his ATV overturned while he tried to protect property near the rapidly growing Brewer Fire.

Portland hits the upper 90s with patchy smoke and a Heat Advisory through 11 p.m.; cooling centers and transit help are available.

A driver fled after a car drove through a Portland commercial building Tuesday; Engine 7 reported no fire or injuries.

A 67‑year‑old rider died and his passenger was hospitalized after their Harley struck a turning semi on Highway 20 near milepost 255, state police said. Troopers closed the road while they investigated.

After a yearlong lull, Portland's revenue staff will ask council to foreclose on 15 nuisance properties carrying nearly $1.5M in liens.

A Portland man received a 100‑month prison sentence after an assault that left his partner needing surgery and a Tigard standoff that ended peacefully. Prosecutors said he also took the victim’s car.

A newly released forensic evaluation describes the delusions a Portland man told clinicians before killing three people and wounding three in 2022. Court filings point to missed medication and layered oversight.

Cascada is bringing a 68‑room wellness hotel to Bend, with construction slated to start late July and an opening planned for 2028.

A motorcyclist died Sunday on the NE 33rd overpass at Columbia Boulevard; the roadway was closed while police investigated. Authorities are asking for tips.

Sen. Ron Wyden and colleagues introduced a bill to restrict flavored nitrous oxide sales, tighten FDA oversight and fund prevention as poisonings and deaths climb.

A Eugene woman says a foul ball came through damaged netting at PK Park and left her with facial, dental and cognitive injuries; her lawsuit names the Emeralds and UO.