A 39-year-old ATV rider died after an SUV struck his ATV at NE 76th and NE 137 in Clark County late Saturday night. The sheriff's Traffic Homicide Unit says alcohol may have been a factor.

The 2025 Oregon Vineyard & Winery Census shows a 25% drop in grape production and widespread unharvested fruit as buyers dried up. The data signal a painful market reset for growers and wineries.

A Beaverton woman lured a pregnant friend in 2009, killed her and removed the unborn baby. The case led to a 2010 guilty plea and pushed lawmakers to write tougher penalties for crimes against pregnant people.

A community-led memorial at Lone Fir Cemetery blends public art and official apology to restore names and ritual to a paved-over Chinese burial ground.

A Beaverton sergeant was cut while arresting a suspected shoplifter at a WinCo; the suspect was booked and faces multiple charges.

TSA screeners at PDX found a vacuum‑sealed stash in a checked suitcase; prosecutors say a New York man was arraigned on felony marijuana charges and released pending court.

Six Marion County judges told investigators they feared for their safety after a colleague’s profanity‑laced outburst at a Sunriver judges’ conference. The episode prompted a judicial fitness complaint and reassignment of the judge’s cases.

The Society Hotel is listed for sale at $4.5M, and owners say post‑pandemic pressure pushed the decision. Neighbors and business owners are weighing what the sale means for Old Town's fragile revival.

An AT&T outage knocked out cell service in Scappoose for days, leaving some unable to reach 911 as agencies raced to set up a temporary tower. Officials directed residents to the fire or police station or to call 503-397-1521.

Portland Police said a years-long sex-abuse probe led to an arrest and are urging potential victims and witnesses to contact detectives. Tips can be given to PPB.

The inaugural Portland Arts Week turns the Cultural Corridor into a sports‑themed art festival July 9–12, pairing a PAM symposium with gallery walks and pop‑ups.

William P. Foley II is buying Brasada Ranch from Cannae for roughly $40M, a sale Cannae says will free capital for shareholders. The resort will continue operating as the deal closes.

Mount Hood National Forest will ban campfires starting July 1; portable stoves are still allowed. Check Forest Service and local alerts before you go.