Raymond C. Lee III was unanimously confirmed by the Portland City Council as the city's new long-term administrator responsible for managing daily city operations.

Multnomah County proposes to exceed its Preschool for All growth target by allocating 7,460 seats for the 2026-27 year, doubling current capacity and providing significant savings for families.

Portland's weather forecast includes a damp week with fog, showers, and highs near 59°F. Winds may reach 20 mph and there's a 70% chance of rain today.

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 City of Portland's Street Services Coordination Center reports on its efforts to address homelessness, offering shelter referrals and cleaning up campsites from Dec 1-7, 2025.

Heavy rainfall in Southwest Portland causes a sewage overflow, prompting crews to address the system's failure and officials to advise on proper waste disposal.

Sewage spill in South Portland affects Willamette River; officials advise avoiding contact with water downstream from S Fielding Rd due to contamination risks.

Dr. Ting Lu is appointed as Portland's first Director of Public Utilities to integrate water services, with extensive experience and recognized leadership.

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.

Oregon allocated $800,000 in grants to enhance services for student veterans at state campus veteran resource centers, aiming to ease their transition to college life.

The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory for the Pacific Northwest, warning of gusty winds that could lead to downed trees and power outages.