Portland Mayor Keith Wilson proclaims May 2025 as a celebration month for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in recognition of their contributions to the city.

A Mosier brush fire has been contained, evacuation levels downgraded, with nearly 3 acres affected. Early detection and wet conditions aided containment, and new fire season concerns rise.

The U.S. Court of International Trade invalidated President Trump's tariffs, a win for a multi-state lawsuit led by Oregon, which claimed the tariffs were illegal and economically harmful.

Weather in Portland, OR, changes through the week with a chance of rain today and a sunny forecast ahead, peaking at 87°F on Friday. Temperatures will be milder over the weekend.

Portland enjoys clear skies and warm temperatures with a high of 84°F, but the NWS predicts increasing clouds and a chance of showers later in the evening and the following days.

The driver responsible for a deadly Portland hit-and-run spree in 2021, Paul Rivas, has been committed to the Oregon State Hospital after being declared unfit for trial, affecting victims' families who seek closure.

Bob Cozzie has been named interim deputy city administrator for public safety in Portland, overseeing essential services including police and fire departments.

Oregon gets a permit to balance timber production with habitat preservation in Elliott State Research Forest, aiming for conservation and financial independence.

Anthony Barrera was charged with trafficking 270 pounds of meth in Oregon, after being arrested at a rest area near Roseburg. He was also found with cocaine and firearms and awaits further court proceedings.

Portland increases fees and fines for accessory short-term rental permits and violations, aiming to curb exploitation of housing and assist compliant operators.

Governor Tina Kotek has established the Behavioral Health Talent Council, led by First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson, to tackle Oregon's shortage of mental health professionals.

The article reports on the Butte Creek Fire in central Oregon, which has burned over 1,700 acres and threatened structures, with a multi-agency response including local firefighters and federal resources.

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management urges residents to prepare for the upcoming wildfire season by planning evacuations, assembling go-kits, signing up for alerts, and reviewing insurance.