Oregon State Police seek public help in identifying those responsible for illegally killing wolf OR 86 in Union County, and offer rewards for information leading to an arrest or citation.

Former St. Helens police chief Brian Greenway is accused of misconduct, including blackmail, sending explicit texts to employees, and other infractions.

Lincoln Smith, a truck driver, was convicted of manslaughter after a crash on Interstate 5, killing 7 farmworkers and injuring 3. He had drugs in his system, but claimed to have fallen asleep at the wheel. Sentencing details are pending.

A 79-year-old man died in a three-vehicle crash in Clackamas County, with his 82-year-old passenger seriously injured; the other drivers were unharmed.

A man was arrested in Portland for threatening people with a machete after a four-hour standoff with police, which included negotiations and an area lockdown. No injuries were reported.

A fatal crash on Highway 97 in Klamath County involving a Ford Expedition and a Ford F-350 left two dead and several injured; authorities are investigating.

Deputies rescued a kayaker who had a medical emergency after falling into the Tualatin River near a golf course. She was safely transported to a hospital.

Multnomah County officials have confirmed Portland's first hypothermia death of 2025. A man was found deceased in the 97219 area due to the cold snap.

Multnomah County declared a state of emergency due to severe weather, opening shelters and offering free TriMet rides to them. The county is providing outreach and resources for at-risk individuals.

The Portland Police Bureau arrested 32 individuals in a crackdown on human trafficking, providing support to survivors and targeting both traffickers and buyers.

A protest in Salem turned violent, leading to a street takeover, traffic disruption, and the arrest of five people for criminal behavior including unlawful firearm possession.

The Gresham Police disclosed the identity of shooting victim Martin Jose Gutierrez, 28, and declared his death a homicide. They urge public assistance in the investigation.

Jessica Rae Thompson, 36, died in a crash on Highway 138 near Roseburg after her Honda Accord rolled over; speed, impairment, and no seatbelt are cited factors.