Oregon has sent a swift water rescue team to help with flooding in Washington, marking the first such deployment under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact.

Portland Spirit passengers evacuated due to a reported fire; no visible flames found, and no injuries reported; ship resumes service after investigation.

Multnomah County declared a state of emergency due to increased ICE activity, reinforcing its support for sanctuary laws and aiming to help those affected.

Erek Steven Michael D’Alessandro of Molalla received a 20-month prison sentence after methamphetamine and firearms were found at his residence during a probation check. The investigation involved multiple law enforcement agencies working to curb drug-related offenses in the region.

A male pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on Northeast Prescott Street in Portland’s Sumner neighborhood. Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them, referencing case number 25-339849.

A grand jury ruled a Clackamas sheriff's deputy's use of deadly force justifiable during a November incident where Daniel Zimmerman was shot but survived.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of Francis Grice, Jr. after his single-vehicle crash involving a fire on Sauvie Island.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office warns of a scam where con artists claim they can secure inmates' release for a fee, a fraudulent scheme exploiting families' desperation.

A motorcyclist died in Portland's 42nd traffic death this year after a crash involving a semi, with police investigating the incident at NE Airport Way and I-205.

Oregon is tackling the challenge of elderly residents with cognitive impairments wandering away by conducting frequent search and rescue missions and providing resources for prevention and support.

Washington County's District Attorney's Office received a $1.5 million grant from Oregon to combat shoplifting and organized retail theft, marking the state's largest allocation for this purpose.

The Portland IPR released a report showing partial compliance with DOJ agreements, noting investigations into police misconduct exceeding targeted timelines but remaining within mandated periods. An officer-involved shooting was reported in Q3 2025.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office is investigating AI-generated CSAM images of a Corbett High School student, with legal changes approaching due to Oregon House Bill 2299.