The Oregon DFR warns against affinity fraud, where scammers exploit group trust to promote fraudulent investments, often with disastrous financial outcomes for participants.

Center 50+ is hosting a Harvest Party Volunteer Fair on October 30 in Salem, inviting community members to explore volunteer opportunities with various organizations.

Clackamas County voters who haven't received their ballots should contact the elections office to request a new one or receive voting assistance, including for lost or damaged ballots.

Oregon State University opens a lab to test wine grapes for smoke damage from wildfires, funded with $2.7 million, also developing a protective grape spray.

The City of Hillsboro's Winter Lighting has begun, enhancing the downtown area with festive lights to draw the community to local businesses through March.

Alleged racial taunts during a youth softball game involving the Canby Rebels are under investigation. Witnesses reported inappropriate chanting towards a Black player. The organizing body condemned the behavior and sought to address the incident.

Clarence Eason, reported missing in Portland, has been safely found and is reuniting with his family, with police thanking the community for their help.

Portland's weather forecast predicts sun after morning fog today, with a high of 57°F. Clouds will return tonight, with persistent calm until Thursday. Rain is expected Friday night through the weekend with highs around 60°F.

The Bienestar de la Familia program in Portland aids vulnerable communities with housing, food security, and recovery services, showing positive impact in Multnomah County.

Washington County is updating its Community Participation Organizations and Committee for Community Involvement with new principles to streamline governance and focus on the community, while seeking public input on the changes.

Interim Police Chief Troy Price invites Vancouver residents to a forum on Oct. 30 aimed at fostering transparency in his potential appointment as permanent chief.

Upcoming All Season Cycling Workshop in Portland aims to teach cyclists how to ride safely and comfortably through wet weather and maintain their bikes during inclement conditions. The event is free and supported by local organizations.

A grand jury indicted Anthony Hill for Attempted Sexual Abuse and Public Indecency for an attack on the Springwater Trail. He is detained at Multnomah County Jail on unrelated charges.