Portland settles into autumn with variable clouds and possible showers, and temperatures around 57°F. The weekend forecast predicts a mix of sunshine and clouds, with a chance of rain later in the week.

A pickup truck crashed into the Timber Bar & Grill in Clackamas County, with driver Anthony Koenig killed and no injuries to an inside occupant. The cause remains under investigation.

Detectives identified 34-year-old Ezequiel Avila-Ruiz as the victim of the partial remains found in the Tualatin River, suspected of being a homicide victim.

Oregon's Embark education savings plan earns "High Honors" from Saving For College for its performance and a tax credit. With $286 million in new contributions in 2024, assets now top $3.3 billion.

Veterans in Portland plan to rally at City Hall to protest the deployment of federal troops and ICE agents in the city, criticizing the government's depiction of the city as "war ravaged."

Rep. Lucetta Elmer elected as the new House Republican Leader in Oregon, praised by Senate Republican Leader Bruce Starr, who expects her to address public safety, affordability, and prosperity.

Washington County celebrates the completion of road and safety improvements on Tualatin-Sherwood and Roy Rogers Roads, enhancing traffic flow and infrastructure.

Silvia Tanner appointed to Oregon Environmental Quality Commission, bringing expertise in sustainable energy and environmental justice to policymaking.

Oregon's AG announces win in lawsuit against Trump-era immigration conditions on crime victim grants, ensuring $1.4 billion in aid without such stipulations.

The National Weather Service issued a Dense Fog Advisory for Portland and surrounding regions, cautioning low visibility and hazardous driving conditions.

The Banfield Freeway in Portland has reopened after a serious crash investigation by local authorities. An involved driver was arrested and may face charges; the PPB seeks witness information.

Oregon's food supply chain is strengthened by a $755,077 grant for a grain milling project at Northwest Mills, enhancing storage and distribution at Coyote Business Park.

Oregon's Administrative Services corrected the 2026 rent stabilization rates: 6% for larger facilities (>30 spaces) and 9.5% for smaller ones (≤30 spaces or ORS 90.323 tenancies).