Gov. Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency as hot, dry and windy conditions raise wildfire risk across Oregon. The move unlocks state firefighting resources and directs emergency managers to activate the statewide response plan.

Horizon Air flight attendants rallied at PDX and said they'd announce results of a strike‑authorization vote during a midday demonstration. The move heightens pressure in stalled contract talks with Alaska Air Group.

Marion County deputies identified two people after surveillance video showed a dog died in a parked truck and its body was dumped behind the Monitor Inn east of Woodburn.

Five‑star Harper Woods wide receiver Dakota Guerrant announced on the Pat McAfee Show that he’s heading to Oregon, choosing the Ducks over Michigan, Ohio State and Texas A&M.

A Columbia County judge ordered the trial for former St. Helens teacher Eric Stearns moved to Washington County as the community continues to process the allegations.

St. Helens City Administrator John Walsh is presumed dead after falling into the Columbia River. Officials have shifted the search to a recovery effort and plan a memorial.

Dense bands of Mormon crickets are covering Highway 140 outside Adel, creating slick, smelly roads. BLM and USDA are mapping infestations and have applied bait while monitoring.

Sublime's Me Gusta Festival hits Tom McCall Waterfront Park on June 27 with a stacked all-ages lineup. Tickets start at $89.99 and a 21+ beer-sampling add-on is available.

A motorcyclist died Monday after colliding with an SUV south of Hillsboro. Deputies say the Washington County Sheriff's Office is investigating the crash near SW Scholls Ferry Road.

Portland Fire & Rescue reported crews pulled hoselines inside a Portland home after a command officer ordered an offensive attack. The bureau posted a field update while crews worked on scene.

Washington County shared a map and quick tips pointing to libraries, splash pads and fountains as relief during a June heat wave. Local pages list spraygrounds and transit options.

A two‑alarm commercial fire on SE McLoughlin Boulevard displaced PeopleReady and Recovery Works NW; investigators are on scene and no injuries were reported.

Portland cools to the low 80s Tuesday after weekend triple-digit heat. Warmer weather returns later in the week.