University Health Services will provide medication abortion at the University of Oregon starting fall 2026, after years of student advocacy and clinic preparations.

Portland police are searching for a suspect after an attempted armed robbery at Pizza Schmizza Pub & Grub downtown; the suspect fled and no injuries were reported.

Portland’s clean-energy fund opened draft 2026 grant materials for public comment, with up to $60 million available and comment due by March 10.

Owner Joe Esparza says fear of ICE has emptied aisles at his Southeast Portland grocery, slashing sales and putting the family-run shop at risk.

A new market study and a fountain-side rally have reignited the fight over whether to renovate Portland’s Keller Auditorium or build a Broadway-capable venue at PSU.

State analysis finds nearly 30,000 students attended 2025 summer programs and most showed literacy gains and credit-recovery progress. Officials plan tweaks for 2026.

An unsafe left turn by a Salem school-bus driver on Highway 22 led to a head‑on crash that killed one motorist and injured others, officials said. Students were on a field trip and were returned to North Salem High.

A Portland cyclist says the driver who ran a red light and badly injured her wasn't cited. An attorney and advocates say the case highlights inconsistent traffic enforcement in the city.

A new 12‑month Portland pilot will pay homeowners one‑time grants when they rent spare rooms through approved providers, with a $200/week rent cap.

TriMet will reduce frequency on four Portland bus lines and reroute Line 24 beginning March 1 amid budget pressures. Riders on Lines 8, 48, 75 and 76 should check updated schedules.

A landslide blocked both lanes of North Fork Road on Monday; crews are on scene and officials urged drivers to avoid the area. County work on long‑term repairs is already planned.

A late-night fight in a downtown Portland parking lot on Feb. 21 turned into gunfire; one man was hospitalized and police are asking for tips.

A house fire in Brentwood-Darlington displaced adult occupants but caused no injuries; crews performed overhaul amid heavy clutter and the Red Cross is assisting. Investigators are on request.