A Volvo station wagon crashed into a tree on West Burnside Street in Portland, leading to the death of Dillon J. Walker and marking the city's 40th traffic fatality in 2025.

Severe weather in Oregon and Washington leads to flood watch and wind advisory, with expectations of urban flooding, landslides, and rising river levels.

A section of North Columbia Boulevard in Portland was closed for a fatal crash investigation involving two vehicles, with one man deceased and two drivers cooperating with police.

Interstate 5 closures under Morrison Bridge are postponed; new dates for the Morrison Bridge Strengthening Project will be announced by the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Cryptosporidium was detected in Portland's drinking water source, with interim measures initiated and no current need for additional precautions for the public.

Oregon and Wasco County announced a $3.5 million grant to help with private property cleanup after the 2025 Rowena Fire. The grant helps where federal aid was unavailable.

The Oregon Investment Council reported a 2.1% third-quarter return for OPERF, below their 5.4% benchmark, despite strong corporate earnings and a five-year annualized return of 8.8% surpassing the 6.9% target.

The "Big X" intersection in Medford is close to completing renovations, improving road surfaces, safety, and preserving bridges for the growing traffic demands.

A student at Salem's Sprague High School was arrested after a gun was found in their backpack, with metal detectors aiding in the swift response and de-escalation. No threats or disturbances were reported during the incident.

Suspect Santos Puerto-Rios was arrested twice in Portland for unprovoked assaults on two individuals, including a 69-year-old woman, and now faces multiple assault charges.

Portland faces a week of rain and high humidity, with temperatures ranging from 41°F to the upper 50s and consistent rainfall expected to persist into the next week.

Shiloh Thanos-Young, 22, was fatally shot in Northwest Portland; police have confirmed his identity and the Medical Examiner ruled his death a homicide. No arrests have been made.

Portland Parks & Recreation's Urban Forestry division is giving away 4,000 trees to local residents to plant on their property, with delivery and planting assistance options available.