A jury convicted Thomas Robert Colon of second-degree murder for the 2018 killing of Andrew Hathaway, who was stabbed 55 times before his body was burned in a car.

Sewage has leaked into Bridlemile Creek in SW Portland, prompting warnings to avoid the area. Crews have reacted, with Fanno Creek also affected. The property owner must repair the issue; an advisory stands for 48 hours post-repair.

Portland's Bureau of Planning and Sustainability introduces grants to improve digital skills in the Native American community, addressing local digital disparities.

Multnomah County confirms Christopher Neal as the new COO, chosen from 84 candidates after a nationwide search. He starts April 7, facing financial pressures but optimistic about the future.

Oregon Governor Kotek criticizes EPA's rollback of environmental regulations and commits to state climate action.

Jacob Fitzgerald pled guilty to manslaughter and attempted murder in Multnomah County, receiving a 34-year sentence for his crimes including the 2022 fatal shooting of Otis Abner.

The Multnomah County Health Department filled three leadership roles with a focus on public health and equity, hiring Kirsten Aird, Michael D. Crandell, and Angela Henderson.

Altura, a new affordable housing community in Southwest Beaverton, offers 75 units aimed at low-income families, funded in part by a Metro housing bond and developed by BRIDGE Housing.

Scammers in Oregon are sending fake DMV and ODOT texts about unpaid tolls to cheat people out of money, employing threats and fake websites. ODOT warns to verify claims directly and report scams to authorities.

Starting March 19, the Multnomah County Board of County Commissioners will introduce Proclamation Wednesdays to honor community initiatives, causes, and individuals.

The Oregon Department of Revenue is offering free tax filing assistance at Tualatin Public Library on March 19, helping residents use IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon.

A driver died in a single-vehicle crash on N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Portland. Police are investigating the incident and have closed a portion of the road. They are also requesting information from witnesses.

A former Clackamas County deputy pleaded guilty to Official Misconduct for assaulting a jail inmate and was sentenced to probation and community service.