Portland City Council voted to suspend SDCs for new homes, an effort to boost housing development, supported by both the mayor and the Oregon governor.

The Cram Fire in Central Oregon has reached megafire status, covering 94,000 acres with homes at risk and complicating firefighting efforts due to windy conditions.

Tad Fergusson joins the Oregon State Treasury as the Director of Private Market Investments, bringing nearly three decades of experience to manage OPERF's assets.

Portland Police Bureau reports crime rates have dropped near new overnight shelters, with significant declines in personal and property crimes while drug-related crimes increased due to policy changes.

Jordan T. Christ, 30, charged with second-degree assault after a violent, unprovoked attack in the Lloyd District; rapid TriMet and police response led to his capture.

Damian Lillard has reportedly signed a three-year, $42 million contract to return to the Portland Trail Blazers, with a player option and no-trade clause.

Portland's art scene is receiving a financial boost, with grants of up to $5,000 available from the Regional Arts & Culture Council’s Portland Arts Project Grant Program until September 24, 2025.

McMinnville man Travis Donnahoo received a 121-month sentence for trafficking fentanyl and related charges, after being arrested with drugs and a firearm.

Portland's weather will be sunny, reaching highs of 87 degrees today and remaining pleasant through the week, with conditions and temperatures similar in the upcoming days.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 3349 to help local volunteer groups, Rangeland Fire Protection Associations, fight wildfires by providing them with firefighting gear from the Oregon Department of Forestry.

Ralph Sawyer, a Gresham resident, was found alive after being missing for nearly a week post a mountain biking trip in Mount Hood. He drove himself home and received medical attention.

HACC will open its project-based voucher waitlist for affordable housing applications from July 28 to July 31, providing essential rent assistance for eligible low-income residents.

Clackamas County seeks a community member to join its Internal Audit Oversight Committee to promote government transparency and integrity. Application deadline: October 31, 2025.