Portland Police released the identity of Christy T. Lafferty, 42, as the victim in a Hazelwood Neighborhood incident, with details and circumstances remaining unclear.

The Oregon State Fire Marshal is promoting defensible space around properties to mitigate wildfire damage by offering a $250 stipend for assessments in high-risk areas. Appointments are available through its website.

One person died and a child was injured in a two-vehicle crash involving a Mercury Grand Marquis and an RV on Hwy 18 in Oregon. The driver of the Mercury, Francisco Nava, was killed, and the RV driver was unharmed.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek proposes a budget focused on equity and security without layoffs or service cuts, investing in homelessness, housing, behavioral health, and education.

Portland experiences a foggy morning with quarter-mile visibility and 28°F wind-chill, as per NWS. Sunshine is expected later with a high of 48°F. Rain is likely towards the weekend with mid-50s temperatures.

Albany Public Schools remain closed as a tentative deal with the teachers' union falters over return-to-work terms, despite both sides initially nearing an agreement. Classes will not resume Monday, as negotiations continue.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office rescued a visually impaired hiker who got lost near Wahkeena Falls using cell data and a specialized team known as the Green Hornets.

Oregon heightens wildfire preparedness with a $250 incentive for residents in high-risk areas to complete a defensible space assessment through the OSFM program, aiming to mitigate fire damage.

A 29-year-old woman died in a vehicle fire in Northeast Portland; the cause is under investigation. She was houseless, and authorities are awaiting next of kin notification.

An accident on Oregon Route 18 north of Dayton closed the highway for hours before reopening, with fog affecting driving conditions and investigation ongoing.

Portland City Council considers a complaint against AFSCME for practice pickets, citing contract violations. Escalation to Oregon Employment Relations Board is possible as budget cuts loom.

Portland Parks & Recreation is accepting wedding reservations for 2025 starting January 6, with in-person requests prioritized. There will also be a vendor fair for couples during booking hours.

Police are investigating a "suspicious" fatal fire in a Salem apartment where a 38-year-old man died, without disclosing his identity or other specifics.