Oregon DEQ fined Stella-Jones Corp. $1 million for environmental violations, including water quality and hazardous waste issues, requiring operational improvements and additional monitoring.

A Portland man was charged with assaulting a federal officer near an ICE facility after flying a drone in a no-fly zone and spitting at an officer. If convicted, he faces up to 8 years in prison.

Portland's forecast includes cloudy skies, a 50% chance of showers with possible thunderstorms, and a high of 76°F. Evening showers may decrease with a low around 60°F.

Eugene City Council September calendar offers sessions for local involvement, including work sessions, official meetings, and public hearings, with options for in-person or virtual attendance.

Eugene City Council invites residents to participate in work sessions, meetings, and public hearings to voice their concerns and opinions on local issues, offering multiple platforms for engagement.

SWACT will host a virtual public meeting on Sept. 12 to discuss transportation issues, with membership discussions and updates on COAR and ODOT Region 3 projects. Accommodations are available for those with disabilities.

Jorge Rosales, 29, from Hillsboro, received a 20-year sentence for sexually exploiting a minor and cyberstalking, involving coercing and extortion on social media.

Pony Creek Road is set to reopen on Sept. 9 after upgrades, including ADA-compliant features, but minor shoulder closures may continue for final touches.

Oregon reflects on the 5th anniversary of the Labor Day fires that necessitated extensive recovery efforts and prompted state-wide resilience improvements.

Albina One opens in Portland, a new affordable housing development aimed at restoring the historic Black neighborhood and bringing back families displaced by past urban renewal policies.

Mexican national Luis Antonio Beltran Arredondo receives a 135-month prison sentence for fentanyl/heroin distribution and money laundering, with deportation expected post-sentence.

Portland City Council faces criticism over private electronic discussions despite claiming transparency and adherence to public records law, amid tensions over new member diversity and changing representation.

A driver died on I-5 after fleeing Portland police and being struck while crossing the highway. The crash is under investigation; the I-5 was closed for the probe.