The Multnomah County Board held its second public hearing on the 2025-26 budget, addressing a major budget shortfall with large community turnout and testimonies.

Governor Tina Kotek visited Amity High to observe the Team Oregon Build program, where students learn construction skills and build transitional homes for those in need.

The Butte Creek Fire in central Oregon has grown to 3,000 acres, burning grass, brush, and timber near Clarno. Residents are urged to prep for evacuation and reduce fire spread risk.

Oregon's southbound OR 217 will be closed from SW Canyon Road to OR 99W starting 9 p.m. on May 30 for paving, reopening at 5 a.m. on June 2. Detours are suggested via U.S. 26, I-405, and I-5.

An alleged DUI caused a fatal wrong-way crash on SR-14 in Camas, claiming one life and injuring others; the suspect faces vehicular homicide and assault charges.

A former corrections officer received a 20-month sentence for custodial sexual misconduct with a 19-year-old inmate. He lost his certification and will undergo post-prison supervision and treatment.

Sunny days are expected in Portland with a high of 82°F today, calming north winds and an 81% humidity level. Evening conditions will remain clear with a low of 59°F.

A woman and her dog were killed by a pickup truck in McMinnville. The driver, Huerta, and his passengers were unhurt. Investigators don't suspect impairment or excessive speed; the crash is seen as an accident.

North Bend has upgraded its roadside maintenance equipment with a new Kubota tractor and flail mower, funded by the State Gas Tax to improve efficiency and safety.

Derek Payne finished his role as North Bend City Planner and is moving to be Jefferson County's Community Development Director, leaving a legacy of progress in housing and downtown revitalization.

A man was found dead in his Gresham home following a gas leak. Firefighters evacuated neighboring homes and discovered the body upstairs after containing the leak.

An explosion from a burning car in Lebanon, Oregon, killed one person and injured two firefighters. Fire crews battled to prevent the fire from spreading to a nearby house. The cause is under investigation.

A head-on collision on Highway 26 in Oregon resulted in one fatality and several injuries. Two vehicles, driven by residents of Seattle and Austin, collided due to unspecified reasons.