Portland police made arrests at an ICE facility protest; a suspect escaped into the Willamette River but was apprehended on Ross Island. Officers are focused on targeted arrests for specific crimes.

Governor Kotek met with DHS Secretary Noem to discuss Oregon's stance on federal military intervention and to express trust in local law enforcement over military deployment.

The EQC has unanimously voted to update Oregon's septic rules, focusing on ADUs and modernizing language without raising fees, effective January 1, 2026.

TriMet expands Portland-area transit police by adding six members, including five officers and one sergeant from the PPB, raising the total to 31, to improve safety and deter crime.

Anthony Jordan received the Fora Health Samuel C. Wheeler Freedom Award for his significant contributions to addiction recovery and behavioral health.

Portland's weather forecast includes partly sunny skies with a high of 63 degrees and a 40% chance of rain at night. Rain chances persist through the weekend with mild temperatures.

Mayor Wilson discusses Portland's needs with Secretary Noem, addressing infrastructure, education, and healthcare, while criticizing federal agents' conduct and affirming adherence to community values.

Washington County declared October as National Community Planning Month to honor planners' contributions to shaping communities, emphasizing their role in public participation and aligning with Oregon's climate goals.

Jimi Terell Ward was sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding an elderly woman of her life savings through false real estate investment promises.

Governor Tina Kotek of Oregon issued an executive order to expedite wind and solar energy projects to qualify for federal tax credits before deadlines.

A person was rescued from a burning home in Tualatin; taken to the hospital with severe injuries. Firefighters battled the second-alarm blaze. Four others were also hospitalized; the fire's cause is under investigation.

Oregon Housing and Community Services is funding the creation and preservation of 340 affordable homes across five developments, with $40 million in aid for affordable housing projects soon to follow.

A 17-year-old, Kharma Douglas, is charged with second-degree murder in Vancouver after allegedly strangling 44-year-old Chantal Trotter following a dispute.