The JWC Water Treatment Plant serving Washington County, Oregon, received an $8.9 million FEMA grant for seismic upgrades, ensuring resilience in the face of earthquakes.

Rain is expected in Portland on New Year's Eve, with a 30% chance after 5pm, increasing to 90% at night. The New Year's Day forecast includes a 50% chance of showers, with ongoing rain expected through the following week.

Healthcare workers in Oregon, represented by the ONA, plan to strike on January 10th due to unresolved negotiations with the Providence health care system over patient safety and staffing.

The Oregon State Treasury released its first annual report on the Net Zero Plan, outlining progress in transitioning the state’s public employee retirement fund to net zero emissions by 2050.

West Salem sewer system improvements progress as crews complete repair on one main, with testing underway and community urged to minimize water use. Further repairs are ongoing to restore full capacity.

Two men died during a Sasquatch hunt in the Pacific Northwest after being reported overdue on Christmas Day; exposure and weather were cited as causes.

The City of Salem repaired a crucial sewer main, restoring full wastewater service to West Salem residents and allowing them to resume normal water usage.

Governor Kotek ordered Oregon flags at half-staff to honor former President Jimmy Carter, as per a Presidential Proclamation, from Dec 30, 2024, to Jan 28, 2025.

One person died and two suffered minor injuries in an early Monday crash on Highway 99 in Tigard, which temporarily closed the road. It reopened ahead of schedule.

An 86-year-old man was stabbed in a Fred Meyer parking lot in Portland, suspect Jesus Ascencio-Molina was arrested. The attack seemed unprovoked and occurred as the man loaded groceries. The victim is recovering.

The article details the National Weather Service's wet weather forecast for Portland, predicting showers and mild temperatures as the year ends and through the New Year's period.

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a car on SR 500 in Clark County; driver unharmed, investigation ongoing.

A powerline in Vancouver fell, causing fires and injuring several, including three firefighters, who were attempting a rescue from the live wires. Firefighters eventually extinguished the blazes post power cut-off.