Multnomah County Board discussed the FY 2025-26 $4 billion budget, addressing a funding gap, with public feedback on legal services, homelessness, and job training.

A California man died in a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 in Oregon; the high-speed collision involved a BMW and a Honda, with the Honda driver ejected and killed.

Portland's weather forecast predicts a rainy and thundery week with 100% humidity and poor visibility. Showers and thunderstorms are expected, with an 80% chance of rain and possible higher rainfall from storms.

Portland faces a potential workers' strike as contract negotiations with CPPW hit an impasse over wage and benefit disagreements despite ongoing mediation efforts.

Two Washington residents died in a collision on I-5 in Jackson County after their Ford F-150 hit a parked trailer. The driver and a passenger were killed.

The Breaking Barriers conference in Redmond focused on self-advocacy and redefining independence in the intellectual and developmental disabilities community.

Salem Fire Department will fully run the city's ambulance services by July 2025, taking over from Falck Ambulance Northwest due to their service hour shortfalls.

Washington County is seeking public input for its Transportation Safety Action Plan update through an online forum until June 15, aiming to improve road, street, and trail safety.

Oregon AG Dan Rayfield supports a court order blocking federal public health funding cuts, emphasizing the need for decisions based on science, not politics.

Caplinger Road SE in Salem will be closed between Macleay Road SE and Fruitland Meadow Apartments from May 19 to May 30 for upgrades, including sidewalks and streetlights, with limited local access and detours in place.

A man in Oregon City died after shooting at a police officer and then himself following a reported domestic disturbance. The officer involved is on leave and an investigation is ongoing.

Sheriff's deputies responded to a shooting in Bethany, where a man was injured and the shooter surrendered immediately. Witnesses are encouraged to assist in the ongoing investigation.

Jessica Vega Pederson focuses on reducing street homelessness, changing how outreach supplies are distributed, and aiming for more permanent housing solutions in Multnomah County.