Salem police say about 30 people blocked ICE vehicles near Lancaster Drive on Saturday and that agents used tear gas to clear the area. Rep. Andrea Salinas criticized the federal operation, while the city says its investigation is ongoing.

The Southern Oregon park can appeal the decision, but it will no longer hold accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums unless the denial is reversed. Wildlife Safari remains accredited by the Zoological Association of America.

Built in 1892 by brickmaker and dreamer Charles Piggott, the Southwest Portland landmark has survived foreclosure, fires and years of neglect. Its longtime owners, John and Kelsey Grout, are now seeking a buyer who will care for the castle as they prepare to move closer to family.

Portland’s sidewalk-cleaning program is expanding along 82nd and 122nd avenues, Northeast Sandy Boulevard, Southeast Division Street and other East Portland corridors. The city says the service now reaches about 70 business districts and has removed 260 tons of garbage since launching last year.

About 30 workers at NORPAC fled the Brooks facility Thursday after federal immigration agents arrived in its parking lot and arrested a person in a car, according to a company human resources coordinator. The incident prompted additional workers to leave early or miss later shifts, disrupting produc

Two online surveys of unvaccinated adults in spring 2021 found that messages acknowledging distrust of government and emphasizing individual liberty increased respondents’ stated willingness to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Researchers cautioned that the findings point to ways of opening conversations, no

A Multnomah County judge ordered Portland City Councilor Dan Ryan to preserve communications on his personal devices while a public-records lawsuit proceeds. The order requires new backups, a detailed account of what happened to an older phone and forensic imaging of devices and backups.

Jonathan Deline received a $500 payment after buying Affordable Care Act coverage without federal premium assistance, but his monthly insurance bill rose by $125 this year. The one-time checks are going to eligible consumers in 30 states, while many Oregonians face higher premiums and fewer plan cho

The nonprofit serving nearly 200 young musicians a year says declining donations and tighter grant competition could force it to cut classes or scholarships. Forty-three percent of its students receive financial aid to cover lessons.

The Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians is working to reacquire nearly seven acres of rugged coast south of Yachats, land removed from its reservation in the 19th century. Conservation groups helped buy the property for $120,000, but the transfer to the tribe was still underway.

The 20th annual Portland celebration will bring dancers to a Northeast Portland basketball court for Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and a fundraiser supporting unsheltered residents. Weekend rehearsals are open to beginners.

Mari Martinez was arraigned Friday in Hillsboro after her 3-year-old son was found safe following a multistate Amber Alert. Prosecutors also allege she left the child unattended in a hot tub days earlier; she was released on $50,000 bail with GPS monitoring and other restrictions.

Jeremy Braden Williams, a Salem-Keizer Public Schools employee, pleaded not guilty Friday in Marion County Circuit Court. The indictment alleges he duplicated sexually explicit videos involving minors over several months; he is due back in court Nov. 24.

A driver was taken to a hospital with injuries believed to be life-threatening after a car overturned and caught fire Friday. Northbound I-205 was closed at Northeast Airport Way as authorities investigated.

Salem-Keizer school leaders are recommending closing six elementary schools as enrollment falls, with the board expected to decide Dec. 8. The proposal would affect about 5% of students and 250 staff members, while districtwide boundary changes remain under development.

A federal judge gave the Justice Department two weeks to approve a negotiated settlement in Newport’s effort to prevent an immigration detention center in the coastal city. If the deal is not approved, the lawsuit will move into discovery.

Parents at Childswork Learning Center say they were not told for six months about a sexual-abuse allegation involving a former aide. They are calling for an independent investigation and changes to staffing, supervision and training.

Body-camera footage shows a police dog bringing armed homicide suspect Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell to the ground before officers opened fire in Southeast Portland. Campbell and the dog, Kylo, died; the shooting is under criminal and departmental review.

Republican-backed candidate Rob Imhoff is using billboards that mix real photos of opponent Morgan Schmidt with AI-generated material, including a fabricated newspaper headline. The ads land in a race for a county office with influence over land use and a $440 million budget—but limited authority ov

West Linn Family Health Center has entered receivership as at least eight more people pursue claims against the clinic over alleged abuse by former physician David B. Farley. The clinic’s insurer settlement provides $3 million toward potential claims, while new demands total at least $6 million.

Salem-Keizer Public Schools recommends closing six elementary schools for the 2027-28 school year and shifting some school boundaries. Enrollment in the district’s elementary schools has fallen from about 42,000 to 36,000, officials say.

A Lincoln County deputy entered the water to free an elderly man trapped in a car about 40 feet offshore Thursday afternoon. The driver’s identity, condition and how the car entered the bay were not immediately known.

Billy Shane Cordova pleaded guilty to kidnapping a Portland resident who was beaten and left bound to a post in rural Washington County. Prosecutors say the assailants stole about $128,000 in cryptocurrency from the victim.

The City Council authorized a process to take over the former Ramada Inn if other buyers cannot be found, citing persistent safety problems. It also approved $67,000 for 90 days of private security to secure and clear the building.

A missing 67-year-old Nevada man was found buried at a rural Josephine County property after detectives investigating his disappearance encountered gunfire there. Two other men, including the missing man’s brother, were found dead inside the home.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek is using interviews with social media creators to reach voters, especially younger audiences, as she faces Republican Christine Drazan. The strategy offers access to supportive influencers while the candidates have declined separate proposed debates that would have brought the

The Tillamook Air Museum plans to welcome visitors back nearly 10 months after storm damage shut its historic home. A Utah aviation nonprofit bought the hangar for $1 and says it expects roof repairs to cost far less than earlier estimates.

Incumbent Sheriff James Rhodes says his 2019 demotion was part of a restructuring, while former Sheriff Craig Roberts says it followed performance concerns. The dispute has intensified the race against Undersheriff Brad O’Neil, who faces a complaint over language in his voter statement.

More than $70 million in public money has been spent or committed to two Oregon rail centers intended to cut truck traffic and help agricultural shippers. One remains unfinished; the other is used only for limited freight, years after opening.

Portland firefighters responded to two unrelated Northeast Portland fires within six hours, including an apartment fire involving a burning vehicle and downed power line. No injuries were reported, and investigators are working to determine what caused either blaze.

A 3-year-old boy who had been missing for several days was found safe after his mother left him with a trusted person in Lake Oswego, police said. The mother was arrested and booked on custodial-interference and kidnapping charges.

Sen. Kayse Jama says he won’t seek another term as leader of the Oregon Senate’s Democratic caucus. Democrats plan to elect their next leadership team Nov. 13, ahead of a long legislative session.

Sharon Meieran, Shannon Singleton and Julia Brim-Edwards are campaigning to lead a county strained by homelessness, addiction, budget cuts and public distrust. Their proposals range from a wholesale government overhaul to service coordination and stronger performance oversight.

A regional committee has adopted a plan to reduce homelessness by 10% by 2028 and place more than 12,000 people in housing. The target comes with a major funding uncertainty: officials say next year’s resources are not yet secured.

The 78-unit Sandoval development in Northeast Portland will use underground geothermal loops to heat and cool apartments, while its nonprofit developer plans to cover residents’ utility bills. The project is expected to open in 2028.

A coalition of unions and advocacy groups is seeking a 2028 Oregon ballot measure that would tax the financial assets of residents with net worths of at least $30 million. Supporters say the plan could raise $1.5 billion per two-year budget cycle while providing tax credits to lower-income household

Two polls released Oct. 8 show Gov. Tina Kotek leading Republican challenger Christine Drazan by 2 to 4 percentage points, though both results fall within the polls’ margins of error. The findings mark the first public polls to show Kotek ahead in the contest before the Nov. 3 election.

The Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition confirmed 21 arrests across Oregon from Tuesday through Thursday, a sharp increase compared with the group’s totals for August and September. Advocates called on local leaders to protect immigrant residents as arrests were reported in communities from Hillsbor

Multnomah County approved $150,000 for enhanced cleaning along 82nd Avenue from Northeast Killingsworth Street to Southeast Harney Street. Some areas now cleaned weekly are slated for service three times a week, including trash and needle removal and occasional pressure-washing.

Two environmental groups are questioning whether NEXT Renewable Fuels can deliver its proposed $2.5 billion refinery near Clatskanie, citing unpaid taxes, a pending property auction and a contract lawsuit. The company still needs a key federal permit, and Oregon officials say they are reviewing the

A federal judge declined to pause Idaho Power’s 293-mile transmission project over a mining company’s claims that the route crosses seven gold deposits in Malheur County. Construction is expected to continue while the parties pursue settlement talks or further court proceedings.

A Multnomah County judge denied bail to Yonathan Ortiz, who is charged in connection with alleged sexual abuse at a Southeast Portland preschool. Investigators said eight more children have been referred for support, and prosecutors believe at least two may be added to the case as victims.

Jama, the first Muslim to serve as Oregon Senate majority leader, will remain in the Senate but not seek another term as caucus leader. Democrats are scheduled to choose their next leadership team Nov. 13.

Portland police released body-camera footage and named two officers who fired during a September arrest attempt in Southeast Portland. The gunfire killed police dog Kylo and a homicide suspect, whom investigators say did not fire his weapon.

A coalition of unions and advocacy groups is seeking a 2028 Oregon ballot measure imposing a tax on certain financial assets held by residents with net worths of at least $30 million. Supporters estimate it would raise $1.5 billion per two-year budget cycle and provide income-tax credits to more tha

Function PDX’s Northeast Alberta Street pub, its final Portland taproom, is scheduled to close Nov. 16. Owner Casey Armstrong is shifting the rotating-brewery residency concept to projects in Idaho and Wisconsin.

Portland Public Schools has outlined two options that would close as many as 14 schools and reshape programs and attendance boundaries across 42 campuses. The school board is expected to decide by mid-December, after months of debate over enrollment declines, student impacts and the pace of the proc

A new guide from Oregon Health & Science University explains common medications and procedures used during labor, with the goal of helping patients make informed choices. Clinicians say it responds to pregnancy information circulating on social media and AI tools that may be inaccurate.

Hillsboro’s City Council unanimously advanced zoning rules that would sharply limit land for new standalone data centers, after months of public pressure over the industry’s environmental effects and tax breaks. The council is scheduled to vote on the proposal Oct. 20.

Oregon State Police say Joshua Ovalles was taken from the Beaverton area Wednesday by a parent who allegedly threatened to harm him and may have a gun. The Amber Alert was canceled after police found a vehicle associated with the parent, but the child and parent had not been located.