Portland experiences a typical drizzly morning with temperatures around 43°F and high humidity. The day will remain damp with steady rain and no signs of clearing skies.

A federal court has ordered Portland's Pizzicato restaurant chain to pay $540K for illegal tip pooling and labor violations, including underage worker endangerment.

Food carts Tokyo Sando and Bing Mi return to downtown Portland, enhancing the Midtown Beer Garden with Japanese sandwiches and jianbings, and contribute to the city's culinary revival.

Passengers from Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 are suing Boeing and the airline over allegedly ignored warnings of a whistling sound on a prior flight. The lawsuit now includes 18 more plaintiffs, citing emotional and physical distress suffered.

Legacy Health threatens to cut ties with Regence BlueCross BlueShield over reimbursement rates, potentially affecting Oregon patients' access to care.

The Oregon Lottery, via DraftKings Sportsbook, is offering Taylor Swift-themed bets during the Super Bowl, featuring quirky props inspired by the singer's songs.

A Portland preschool at Saint James Lutheran Church is surrounded by drug use, leading to indoor play for safety, as paraphernalia is found near play areas. Parents demand action to ensure their children's future.

Portland is expanding its homeless shelter capacity, aiming for 780 beds by year-end, and implementing new long-term housing solutions, alongside Oregon's progress in addressing homelessness statewide.

Portland observes early signs of spring with daffodils and magnolia buds appearing despite winter conditions, indicating a potential early end to the cold season.

Phil Neville is set to lead the Portland Timbers in the 2024 season with the promise of a "top, top DP" to boost the squad, aiming for a strong start against the Colorado Rapids.

Plans for a large octopus farm in the Canary Islands face criticism over ethical and environmental concerns, with opponents and author Sy Montgomery stressing the intelligence of octopuses and questioning sustainability claims.

Seattle Parks and Recreation opens applications for summer picnic spots, using a lottery system starting the first business day in March, with a first-come, first-served policy post-February.

A scooter rider is in critical condition after a collision with a car in Portland's Arnold Creek, triggering a police investigation.