Oregon DHS issued an alert for missing 11-year-old Christopher Brayton, potentially in danger, last seen with his father heading possibly to Disneyland. Public help is sought.

A crash on Highway 58 in Lane County resulted in the death of Eugene man Joseph Bowers Luker Sr., with Oregon State Police investigating the cause. Traffic was uninterrupted during the inquiry.

Evergreen Public Schools postpones the start of the 2025-26 school year to September 2 amid ongoing union negotiations.

The NWS has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Portland due to expected highs of 97-103°F and minimal overnight cooling. Health risks and an Air Quality Advisory are also noted.

A motorcyclist died in a crash with a car driven by a 16-year-old on Northeast Marine Drive, Portland; speed is cited as a factor. No arrests made; case under review by the DA.

Portland's Mayor and Multnomah County Chair have declared a State of Emergency in response to a severe heatwave, implementing measures to assist residents and bolster city services.

The Portland Housing Bureau exceeded its affordable housing goal, creating 1,551 homes with the $258.4M bond, surpassing the 1,300 target set in 2016.

SW Fourth Avenue in Portland will be closed northbound from SW Taylor to SW Alder Street starting 8 p.m. Friday for paving. Night construction is expected until Monday 5 a.m., causing noise disruptions. Detours and parking alternatives are suggested.

Four suspects were arrested in Portland for suspected drug trafficking by the Portland Police Bureau and its partners, seizing drugs, cash, and weapons.

The Flat Fire in Oregon has prompted evacuations and a significant firefighting response, with authorities concerned about extreme weather conditions fueling the blaze.

Multnomah County declares a state of emergency ahead of a heatwave, opens cooling centers, extends library hours, and provides fare-free TriMet rides to cooling spaces.

A car collided with a tractor on an Oregon highway, resulting in the driver's death and no injuries for the tractor operator. Traffic was disrupted for hours during the investigation.

Portland teachers prepare for a new arts education framework pilot in K-5 schools, aimed to enhance arts education.