David James Kozak was sentenced to 245 months in prison for attempted murder, arson, and animal abuse following an attack on his ex-girlfriend and setting fire to an apartment complex.

Portland Police evicted 13 squatters from a home, arresting nine and finding drugs, a stolen firearm, and ammunition; one posed as a landlord. The raid followed a year of issues.

A new Happy Valley Vote Center has opened in the Happy Valley Library to assist Clackamas County voters for the May 20, 2025 Special District Election, offering services like ballot replacement and voter registration updates.

Geoffrey Edward Hammond was convicted of second-degree murder and attempted murder in a Portland incident, with Ryan Martin killed and Sam Gomez injured.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office announced an investigation into the death of inmate Sharon Lee Watkins at Inverness Jail, who was found unresponsive on May 1 and could not be revived.

Barnett Road in Medford will have closures from May 1-3, 2025, for sewer mainline replacement, affecting eastbound lanes and reducing westbound to one lane. Delays are expected, and alternate routes are advised.

Timber Road reopened after a two-year closure and landslide repair project, reconnecting the Timber community and re-establishing a key link between OR 6 and US 26. The $5 million project was funded by the County Road Fund.

Multnomah County's report on the CIU revealed professionalism but also distrust and a concerning rate of discrimination complaints, prompting measures to improve transparency and efficiency.

Portland's weather this week includes increasing clouds today with possible showers and a high of 73°F. The mixed forecast anticipates varied conditions, from cloudy to sunny days, with chances of showers by Wednesday night.

The Portland Police Bureau confirmed Joshua Manahan, 44, was fatally shot downtown. An active homicide investigation is ongoing, with public assistance sought.

Governor Tina Kotek and Mayor Keith Wilson announced a plan to expedite 5,000 new housing units in Portland by temporarily waiving System Development Charges.

The Portland Police Bureau promotes the "STOP. LOOK. LOCK." campaign for National Heatstroke Prevention Day to prevent vehicular heatstroke in children.

The Oregon Zoo mourns the loss of Tilly, an elderly river otter who was euthanized due to declining health. Beyond her expected lifespan, Tilly was known for her nurturing nature and her cameo on "30 Rock."