Multnomah County reports a significant rise in fentanyl-related deaths, with the rates soaring since 2018. The Health Department's report reveals concerns over co-occurring substance use and demographic disparities in the impact of the epidemic.

An Oregon bourbon-buying scandal at the OLCC resulted in no criminal charges despite officials using their roles to access rare bourbons for personal use. Governor Kotek has responded by ordering an administrative overhaul and ethics review.

Oregon State and Washington State clinched a TV deal for national broadcasts of their home football games on The CW and FOX Sports.

A man with 8 felony convictions, Andrew Miles Devos, was sentenced to 75 months for intent to distribute methamphetamine and a related firearm charge.

East Portland's Sunday Parkways event promotes community health and sustainable transportation with a 3.3-mile route for cyclists, walkers, and rollers, featuring local parks and activities.

Daimler Truck North America is investing $40 million to expand its Portland facilities for electric vehicle operations and establish an electric vehicle training center, partially funded by local and state incentives.

Multnomah County reported 322 fentanyl-related fatalities in 2023, contributing to a five-year death toll of 868 in the region, with substance mixing increasing overdose risks.

Oregon voters are reminded to submit their ballots for the primary elections by 8 p.m. on May 21, 2024, with extended hours at certain locations and resources for tracking ballots online.

The Behavioral Health Resource Center in Portland reopened after upgrades, continuing essential services for homeless and individuals with behavioral health issues.

Governor Tina Kotek responded to an investigation on the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, thanking the Attorney General and preparing to pass the findings to the Oregon Government Ethics commission for review.

Oregon's governor has allocated $376 million to address the state's homelessness and drug crises, focusing on emergency shelters, rent support, and housing production.

The FBI offers a $15,000 reward for information on the murder of Danae Williams in Portland in 2021, urging community cooperation to arrest those responsible.

Oregon legislators are embarking on a "Transportation Safety and Sustainability Outreach Tour" across 12 locations to get community input for the 2025 transportation package.