Portland Mayor Keith Wilson proposes a plan to address homelessness, including adding 1,500 shelter beds, four day centers, and enforcing existing laws.

Oregon offers free tax filing assistance in local libraries, aiming to make tax season less daunting and ensure citizens claim all eligible credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit.

Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries offers grants for cemetery preservation, with amounts ranging from $1,000 to $8,000 or more. An online workshop is available to help applicants.

Police responded to a potentially armed suspect in a SE Portland business, escalating to a barricade situation with specialized units. The suspect was arrested after negotiations.

Nicole Randall admitted to smuggling unapproved animal drugs, misleading customers, and was sentenced to one year of probation, forfeiting $4 million in assets.

Seattle doctors have developed a blood test that identifies the parental origin of the RB1 mutation in retinoblastoma, aiding in prognosis and treatment decisions.

A Clackamas County man was arrested in a child luring sting, mistaken for a minor, and is facing charges, while authorities seek additional information.

Portland's upcoming forecast includes frosty mornings, sunny days with highs around 49°F, and light breezes, followed by a chance of rain and a possible rain-snow mix over the weekend.

A retail crime operation along SE 82nd Ave. resulting in 25 arrests, seized merchandise, and 22 warrant clearances was led by the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.

Oregon firefighters returned home after assisting with California wildfires, bringing back experiences of destruction and a strong sense of the wildfires' impact on affected communities.

Escape Bar & Grill, a popular LGBTQ+ bar in Portland, faces ongoing break-ins and vandalism, with damages over $12,000. The community supports the venue, seeking increased safety measures.

The Portland Housing Bureau will apply for HUD funds to improve safety in affordable housing, focusing on security upgrades and staff training. Public comments are invited before final approval.

Portland's office recommends rejecting PGE's proposal for new power lines through Forest Park, highlighting environmental concerns and the plan's noncompliance with local standards.