Portland Community College says a woman was fondled inside the Sylvania Campus library Thursday morning; the suspect left before being located and the college is asking for tips.

A late‑night welfare check in East Portland turned into a seizure of multiple handguns, two short‑barreled AR‑15s and drugs after a crash near NE 139th and Burnside. The driver was booked on several firearm and drug counts.

State and county officials say the Providence Willamette Falls ED waiting room in Oregon City was an exposure site; people there late Wednesday night should contact their provider.

An 18-year-old and two teens from Gresham were arrested after a Rocky Butte shooting and a police pursuit that ended with a PIT maneuver; three handguns were seized.

Sumo Sushi & Grill will open in the former Shari's building on Hayden Island. The AYCE chain hasn't shared an opening date.

Former Trail Blazer Chris Dudley called Oregon a 'train wreck' during a KGW interview and is centering education, tax relief and livability in his GOP bid for governor.

The Washington DNR warned this week that budget cuts could force closures at nearly 20 recreation sites, including campgrounds and an ORV area in Southwest Washington. Officials say staffing losses and lost crew partnerships have stretched maintenance thin.

Portland’s clean-energy fund opened draft 2026 grant materials for public comment, with up to $60 million available and comment due by March 10.

Pockets of fog and frost linger Friday morning; sunshine returns with a high near 55°F. Coastal waters have advisory-level conditions.

A 44-year-old man was arrested after fleeing from officers at a Hillsboro Costco and hiding in a tree. Police recovered a firearm and booked him on multiple charges.

Jeff Swickard paid $10.5 million for the Five Oak building next to Big Pink, a steep markdown that underscores deep downtown office vacancies and his long‑term repositioning plan.

A new audit warns Multnomah County Elections is short on staff, has cut internal voter education and operates in a cramped, century‑old building as ranked‑choice voting expands. Auditors urged restored funding, more hires and facility planning.

Police are searching for a suspect after a man was stabbed on SE Division near SE 164th; the victim is expected to survive.