Deputies in Multnomah County apprehended fugitive Matthew Cash after a routine stop turned into a chase, discovering weapons and drugs.

Two individuals were arrested at an ICE facility protest in Portland; one for harassment, the other for assaulting an officer. PPB emphasizes its role in public safety, not immigration enforcement.

Portland is set to experience a series of rainstorms, with high chances of precipitation and mild temperatures as reported by the National Weather Service.

The Arts Access Fund in Portland has enhanced arts education, granting $3.3 million and reaching 28,700 children with arts educators, per the AOC's 2025 report.

The Historic Columbia River Highway, west of Vista House, reopened after a landslide caused by heavy rains, but other nearby roads remain closed due to instability.

An 18-year-old driver, Michael Ryan Bowar, faces multiple charges including manslaughter and DUII after hitting and killing a 69-year-old pedestrian, Jens Robert Lerback, in Woodburn.

Police responded to a fatal stabbing in Portland, arresting Jason A. Norwest for second-degree murder and weapon use. The victim's identity is pending autopsy and family notification.

Portland's weather forecast predicts a wet week with daily rain chances, showers starting this afternoon, and temperatures in the mid to upper 40s through Christmas.

Multnomah County Commissioners approved a $2.4 million budget amendment to maintain behavioral health services after CareOregon funding cuts, preserving some jobs and programs but not without service reductions.

An individual was arrested after an armed robbery in Southeast Portland, followed by a high-speed chase with law enforcement. No injuries were reported.

The National Weather Service warns of potential flooding in Oregon and Southwest Washington due to excessive rainfall, with a flood watch in effect through the afternoon.

Portland Water Bureau has switched from Bull Run Watershed to groundwater due to high turbidity after heavy rain; safety is assured and operations continue smoothly.

Hillsboro awards $200,000 to 12 social service agencies, focusing on mental health, housing, and early education, with future grants planned for 2026-27.