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A shed fire in SW Portland threatened a nearby house while crews worked to contain it; one engine crew diverted after finding a rollover crash.
OSP Fish & Wildlife is seeking tips after a male river otter was found shot at Thissel Pond. Tipsters should reference case SP26‑146568.
Jason Fall, 56, was ejected when his motorcycle hit a guardrail on Ochoco Ranger Station Road and later died after being flown to St. Charles Bend.
A new class-action filed in Marion County challenges Oregon DOC’s use of prolonged isolation, arguing it violates the state constitution and disability protections. Plaintiffs seek broad policy changes.
Portland Fire says crews are responding to a possible water rescue near the Steel Bridge. Details remain limited.
Two 26-year-olds were arrested after a shooting near Cathedral Park; a couple escaped unharmed and police say a firearm was seized.
An 18-year-old Newport swimmer died after jumping into the Siletz River Gorge near Logsden; rescuers recovered him and the sheriff’s office is investigating.
Clackamas Fire says a potential gas leak on Beavercreek Road was fixed and the shelter‑in‑place advisory has been lifted. Crews had closed the road and reported power impacts.
Valerie McClure says her 16-year-old son died trying to protect children during the May 31 Sandy shooting. The suspect now faces multiple murder charges and an indictment.
The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office responded Sunday to reports of a drowning at Meldrum Bar Park in Gladstone; investigators are gathering details.
DNA testing has identified the person linked to the 1995 killing of Joni Marie Grigsby, Lane County detectives say.
A man was found dead early Saturday after a shooting at Rocky Butte Park in Northeast Portland. Police detained a man and homicide detectives are asking witnesses to come forward.
Portland Fire & Rescue crews responded Saturday to reports of a commercial‑building fire in the Kenton neighborhood. Officials said details were limited and urged residents to avoid the area.
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