A motorcyclist was seriously injured after becoming trapped between two vehicles near Sandy’s Highway 26 and SE 362nd Avenue. Life Flight flew the rider to a hospital.

A Lakeview mother and her boyfriend will spend decades behind bars for the death of autistic teen Thomas Strong. His case also intensified scrutiny of Oregon’s child-welfare system.

Portland firefighters were battling a burning debris pile Friday morning while crews checked a structure and adjacent buildings for fire extensions.

A heated argument in east Vancouver ended with a gunshot, a vehicle search and an arrest on assault and firearm allegations.

A late-night movie screening at Clackamas Town Center ended in an evacuation after reports of possible gunshots. No injuries were reported, and deputies said there was no threat to the public.

A two-alarm residential fire brought Clackamas Fire crews to West Linn Thursday night. Officials have not yet released details about injuries, damage or the cause.

Chinook Landing Marine Park in Fairview is closed until further notice after deputies responded to reports of shots fired early Thursday.

An elderly woman was killed crossing 181st Street in Gresham, and police are asking witnesses to help piece together the crash.

A McMinnville man faces serious sex abuse allegations dating back years, while investigators warn there may be more victims tied to his contact with children.

A Portland man admitted killing Aaron McInnis after McInnis approached a car to check on a crying woman. Prosecutors will seek an 18-year sentence.

A Hillsboro man faces six stalking counts after alleged encounters with five women and a child across Washington County. Investigators say more victims may come forward.

Two Oregon men were arrested in Washougal after police say they arranged paid sexual encounters with a minor. Both face serious attempted sex-crime charges.

A woman found near Portland’s NW Naito Parkway remains unidentified months after her death. Officials released a sketch and clothing details Wednesday.