Portland updated its government structure, with a mayor and city administrator overseeing operations, while the council focuses on policies. Changes include new roles and realigned services for efficiency.

Portland has a clear and sunny day ahead, with temperatures up to 73°F, but is expected to return to its typical rainy weather with heavy chances of rain in the coming days.

Portland hosts the 29th Northwest Safety & Health Summit on May 13-15, focusing on advanced workplace safety practices, with workshops and talks on various related topics.

The Eugene DMV in Oregon will close temporarily on April 18 for repairs, with alternative services provided at nearby locations, and is set to reopen on April 21.

Jessie Garza III received a 32-years-to-life sentence after pleading guilty to second-degree murder and other charges connected to a Portland crime spree, including shooting at police officers.

Oregon AG Dan Rayfield sues the Trump Administration, along with other states' attorneys general, over the delay and cancellation of NIH grants for medical and public health research.

Medford residents will experience traffic disruptions, including road closures and detours from April 5-11, due to various maintenance and construction projects throughout the city.

Medford approves a new 73-lot subdivision, Skyview Estates, on the north side, covering 17.59 acres on a 94.9-acre property for residential development.

Attorney General Dan Rayfield leads a coalition suing the Trump administration to protect libraries, museums, and minority businesses from an Executive Order that may shut down key federal agencies.

Oregon and Washington sued the Trump administration over an executive order they claim infringes on state elections, threatens voter rights, and seeks to have it declared unconstitutional.

Multnomah County has unveiled its draft Climate Justice Plan for public review, focusing on equity and addressing climate change impacts like heat waves and wildfires.

Police dog K-9 Hans helped arrest a fleeing U-Haul truck theft suspect, Gabriel Vogel, after multiple agencies collaborated to end a vehicle pursuit in Northeast Portland.

Multnomah County Judge convicts PSU protestor Danielle Alisha Monk of Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree from a protest held at Portland State University in May 2024.