Two Oregon Students Honored in National America’s Field Trip Contest Ahead of U.S. Semiquincentennial
PORTLAND, Ore. — Two Oregon students have been recognized among the nation’s top young voices in the 2026 America’s Field...
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Crown Point Country Museum Unveils New Indigenous History Displays and Public Art Exhibit
CORBETT, Ore. — Visitors to the Crown Point Country Museum this summer will have the opportunity to explore new exhibits...
Portland Fire & Rescue Implements Summer Burn Ban Beginning June 15
PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland Fire & Rescue (PF&R) has announced a summer burn ban that will take effect on June...
Gresham Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Missing 14-Year-Old Girl
GRESHAM, Ore. — Gresham Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 14-year-old girl who left her...
Warm Springs Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Sexually Abusing Two Minors
PORTLAND, Ore. — A Warm Springs man has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison for sexually...
OHA analysis: Contaminants in Crook County wells pose health risks
Agency opens public comment on draft health consultation, which shows high levels of manganese, other toxins in many households’ well...
Vancouver Woman Sentenced to More Than Eight Years in Federal Prison for Fentanyl Distribution Linked to Two Deaths
PORTLAND, Ore. — A Vancouver, Washington, woman has been sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison for distributing...
Portland Man Sentenced to 30 Months in Federal Prison for Assaulting ICE Officer
PORTLAND, Ore. — A Portland man has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for assaulting a federal immigration...
OHA urges Oregonians to prepare for dangerous heat
Prevention tips, cooling resources and support programs as temperatures rise PORTLAND, Ore. — As Oregon enters the hottest months of...
19-Year-Old Arrested on Murder Charge Following Fatal Shooting Outside Wood Village Fred Meyer
WOOD VILLAGE, Ore. — A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal shooting outside a...
Oregon State Police Seek Additional Victims Following Junction City Man’s Arrest
PORTLAND, Ore. — June 10, 2026 — Oregon State Police detectives are asking for the public’s help as they investigate...
Oregon Heritage Commission awards grants for museum projects
The Oregon Heritage Commission has awarded $75,000 in grants to 13 museums throughout the state as part of the Oregon...
PORTLAND AREA MAN CONVICTED IN THE MURDER OF A 17 YEAR OLD IN 2021
Case: 21CR52757June 9, 2026 Portland, Ore. — A Multnomah County jury has convicted Isaac Cortez Bynum Jr. in connection with...
Portland Jury Finds Man Guilty in 2021 TriMet Bus Shooting Case
Case No. 21CR40036 PORTLAND, Ore. — A Multnomah County jury on June 8, 2026, found Wayne Conrad Thompson guilty of...
Jacksonville Man Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion, Fraud, and Identity Theft in Federal Court
PORTLAND, Ore. — A Jacksonville man has pleaded guilty to a series of federal tax and fraud crimes, including tax...
U.S. Attorney Urges Continued Investment as Portland Gun Violence Declines
PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland has made significant progress in reducing gun violence over the past several years, but federal prosecutors...
OHA Reconsiders Pool Rule Requiring Adult Supervision for Children Under 14
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is revisiting a recently implemented rule that requires children younger than 14...
Oregon Awards $62,500 in Grants to Preserve Historic Cemeteries Across the State
SALEM, Ore. — The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC) has awarded $62,500 in grants to support preservation and maintenance...
Resident Rescued From Roof as Fire Engulfs Lents Neighborhood Home
PORTLAND, Ore. — A dramatic early morning rescue unfolded in Portland’s Lents neighborhood Monday when firefighters saved a resident trapped...
OHA updates guidance for youth outdoor activities during wildfire smoke, air pollution events
Changes reflect increasing evidence of smoke’s harm to children PORTLAND, Ore.—Oregon Health Authority is publishing updated guidance to help families...
Multnomah County’s Racial Equity Tool Requires Race-Conscious Analysis as Board Adopts $4 Billion FY2027 Budget with Cuts
Multnomah County, OR. — The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 on June 5 to adopt a $4 billion...
Lents International Farmers Market Opens 21st Season in Southeast Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Lents International Farmers Market will open for its 21st season on Sunday, June 7, welcoming shoppers...
Motorcyclist Killed in Early Morning Crash on Northeast Glisan Street in Multnomah County
MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. — A motorcyclist died following a two-vehicle crash early Friday morning in eastern Multnomah County, according to...
As summer begins, OHA connects LGBTQIA2S+ youth, families with support across Oregon
Resources help young people stay connected, supported and safe when school-based services are less accessible PORTLAND, Ore. — As students...
Portland City Council Approves Foie Gras Sales Ban
Portland, OR. -- The Portland City Council voted June 4 to approve an ordinance prohibiting the sale or provision of...