The Portland Water Bureau found traces of Cryptosporidium in the city's water supply and is monitoring it, while not treating the water but planning a filtration system by 2027.

The Region 1 ACT is hosting a public meeting on Oregon's transportation future, both in-person at the ODOT Headquarters and online via Zoom. Attendees can discuss the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and provide input.

Hillsboro’s Smart 185 signal plan aims to cut wait times at the busy SW 185th MAX crossing, but repeated Metro denials and a remaining $1.4M gap are stalling progress.

A Realtor.com analysis finds Portland households need roughly 16 years to save the median down payment, squeezing first-time buyers and pushing many to rely on family help.

Portland's technical rescue team responded Monday to a confined-space incident near NE 40th and Marine Drive. The department posted an initial alert on X; details remain limited.

The Portland Police monitored peaceful protests near the ICE building, requiring no arrests and stressing their non-engagement in immigration enforcement.

Mary G. Rust was arrested by Portland police for the hit-and-run murder of Anthony Boyd. She faces several charges, including second-degree murder. The incident resulted in Boyd's death by blunt force trauma.

Portland Street Response adjusts hours for a training session, operating 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Jan 30 to Feb 9, 2026, before resuming normal hours.

Months‑long delays in a Medicaid rent‑assistance program left a Portland tenant covering bills and nearly facing eviction. Advocates say the HRSN rollout has overwhelmed providers and tenants.

The City of Portland released a Discussion Draft that would loosen Central City zoning to spur housing, add FAR bonuses for family units, and expand food‑cart and rooftop rules.

Washington County offers no-turn away shelters during severe winter, with 24-hour access, hot meals, and pet accommodations, prioritizing at-risk groups.

Portland’s first Chick‑fil‑A in more than 20 years opened near Mall 205, offering dine‑in, carryout, curbside pickup and an indoor play area.

A Portland woman was arrested and indicted on murder and weapon charges after a December hit‑and‑run killed a 63‑year‑old man in the Sumner neighborhood.