Two men, Malcom T. Braman and Nicholas P. McGuire, died in a Portland vehicle crash on August 2, 2024, with community reactions focusing on road safety.

Eugene's Early Childcare Grant program awards $5,000 to residents to start in-home childcare services, creating 80+ spots and boosting local business.

Ween has canceled their upcoming concerts in Seattle, Portland, and Eugene, leaving fans disappointed. No specific reason for the cancellations was provided.

Hillsboro's "Bridge of Land & Sky" won the Team of the Year at the CODAawards for its innovative design that combines art with functionality in an overpass.

Oregon Governor Kotek activated the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Elk Lane Fire, mobilizing state resources to support local firefighting efforts in Jefferson County.

Portland's weather forecast predicts a week of sunny skies, with temperatures rising to the 80s and calm winds, according to the National Weather Service.

Clackamas County is pushing for a drug deflection program despite being denied state funding, aiming to direct drug users towards treatment instead of prison.

Multnomah County has passed a resolution to strengthen the fight against homelessness, setting specific milestones in partnership with the City of Portland, focusing on transparency and accountability.

ODHS and OHA reported the suicide of a 17-year-old in Oregon's foster care. Reviews and investigations are underway to prevent such tragedies and ensure children's access to mental health services.

A 72-year-old man died in a wakeboarding accident on the Columbia River after being struck by a boat propeller. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact details of the incident.

Legislators oppose the proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger, fearing higher prices and impact on workers and consumers, supporting the FTC's request for a preliminary injunction to stop it.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has enacted the Emergency Conflagration Act to aid in fighting the Elk Lane Fire in Jefferson County, with additional resources mobilized to protect lives and property.

Oregon's Department of Human Services extends the deadline for SNAP recipients in certain counties to request replacement benefits for food lost due to wildfires.