State Parks Day, the first Saturday in June, is Oregon’s only free-parking holiday at local state parks. But there is a slight catch — it's only free for Oregonians. Other people will still need to pay the $12 out-of-state parking fee on Saturday. theoregonian.visitlink.me/VP5hbu

A Portland hospital has posted warning signs after reports of run-ins with protective birds. Here's what experts say you should know.

The cyclist says the pothole had formed on a Southeast Portland road years earlier, but the city didn’t fix it.

Before he resigned, Chip Terhune was the subject of an anonymous sexual harassment complaint submitted to SAIF’s hotline.

He will be the fourth high-level staffer to leave Kotek’s office this year.

The Portland Psychedelic Society has been pushing city officials to take up the ordinance.

After weeks in a federal quarantine, Dr. Stephen Kornfeld is back in Central Oregon finishing a 42-day quarantine period with round-the-clock monitoring outside his house.

He'll finish the term of Lynn Peterson, who resigned in March.

Each winning store received a $56,000 bonus.

The wildly popular college football video game will prominently feature the Ducks quarterback on the cover.

Bill Oram says the Blazers have assets and should angle to trade for the two-time MVP — as long as he wants to be here.

After weeks in a federal quarantine center, Dr. Stephen Kornfeld is finally back home in Central Oregon and doing “phenomenally well.” The semi-retired Bend oncologist stepped in after the doctor aboard the cruise ship became ill last month. theoregonian.visitlink.me/8cwuB5

The boys lost both their mom and their grandma in Sunday’s shooting.

The 14,000-square-foot space features over 230 seats, a full bar and a pancake machine.

Violent pro-Trump rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, would have been eligible for payouts, sparking outrage.

The May 27 incident took place one month after a mid-season controversy involving the Central Catholic baseball team, which led to a student walkout in April after one of its players twice used a racist slur before games.

The big increases that parents and teachers noticed were awarded in summer 2025, after a pay equity study.

Planning to go on or in the Willamette this week? Here’s what you need to know.

Adelman's impact on the NBA was evident in the outpouring of tributes.

Trinity Parish was already 8 years old when Oregon became a state. On Sunday, the church, now Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, marked its 175th anniversary with a congregation that continues to grow, drawing believers and doubters alike. theoregonian.visitlink.me/SO1tAI

Police sergeant Garrett Thornton was wounded in the mass shooting. Suspect Bryan Moore pleaded not guilty on Monday.

State Parks Day, the first Saturday in June, is the only free-parking holiday at Oregon’s state parks.

Twelve new restaurants have captured the attention of our dining critic Michael Russell, including Hearth & Vine (pictured), a new Northwest bistro and wine bar in the old Henry’s Tavern space. theoregonian.visitlink.me/W65fur

Trinity Cathedral draws 300 to 400 worshipers each Sunday through its classical music program and inclusive approach, bucking Portland's trend of declining religious attendance.

The order eliminates certain defendants from accessing the Oregon State Hospital and limits extensions for patient stays, except for those facing Measure 11 crimes.

In the aftermath of the Longview mill disaster that and spilled hundreds of gallons of a toxic chemical, environmental crews have collected about 2,000 dead fish from the ditch systems near the mill site. Authorities said drinking water remains safe. theoregonian.visitlink.me/wTNtPh

The past couple of months have brought a steady drip of interesting new openings to the Portland area.

A man stole an oil-tank truck in Portland, rammed police cars during a pursuit, and was arrested, officials said.

After Portland's toasty Tuesday, clouds move in overnight and daytime temps take a 15+ degree nosedive Wednesday.

State education leaders celebrated that win recently, noting it was the result of a years-long drive to allow young children of differing abilities to learn and develop side by side.

The earlier you buy a season pass, the less you pay.

Paris-style rotisserie chicken will come from a longtime Portland chef who trained in Paris.

The combined water and sewer rate increase of 6.36% is slightly higher than last year's 6.34% hike, which was the largest in over a decade, as Portland funds the most expensive municipal project in city history.

Authorities said Longview’s drinking water remains safe and air monitoring has not picked up harmful gases.

Escape Goats! A herd of 12 goats wandered into the parking lot of a Tigard business center Sunday. Tigard police are unsure where the goats came from, though they believe the herd might have been at a nearby school before escaping, Anderson said. theoregonian.visitlink.me/Dvu43x

Portlanders will see their combined water and sewer costs jump another 6.36% this summer, pushing the average annual bill for residents above $2,000. www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...

A National Weather Service meteorologist says there's a "pretty safe bet" Tuesday tops the previous 2026 high of 91 degrees.

The historic steel truss bridge’s structural damage will keep it closed indefinitely, officials said.

Bryan Andrew Moore, 38, made his first appearance in court Monday.

CEO Ryan Gellert said the company had to defend its trademarks or risk losing them, while the activist accused Patagonia of blindsiding her with the lawsuit.

A young California condor flew into Oregon last month, marking the first time in more than 120 years that one of the birds has flown in Oregon’s sky. https://www.oregonlive.com/environment/2026/06/condor-flies-into-oregon-for-first-time-in-over-120-years.html 

Rick Adelman, a Hall of Fame basketball coach who twice guided the Portland Trail Blazers to the NBA finals, died Monday from unknown causes. He was 79. www.oregonlive.com/blazers/2026...

The chain started with an ice cream cart in Northeast Portland. It now has 59 locations and $100M in annual sales.

Straus Family Creamery is voluntarily recalling six ice cream products.

The governor’s order comes days after the federal government sued the state over its mid-April decision to pause providing such license plates to all federal officers.

A 2-year-old female condor named B9 traveled 80 miles through southern Oregon during a four-day journey in May, marking a historic milestone for the critically endangered species managed by the Yurok Tribe.

Gov. Tina Kotekdirected officials to stop issuing undercover license plates to federal immigration enforcement officers, citing a need to maintain public safety. theoregonian.visitlink.me/adMD1i

Ice cream chain Salt & Straw is on the market, Reuters reported last week, suggesting the Portland company could be worth more than $200 million. https://www.oregonlive.com/business/2026/06/salt-straw-for-sale-report-values-portland-company-at-more-than-200-million.html 

Police have not said how many people died in Sunday’s shooting in Sandy nor have they named the man arrested in the incident. But jail records show police booked Bryan Andrew Moore, 38, on three counts of second-degree murder Sunday. Read more at theoregonian.visitlink.me/O4iTT_

The bridge project would accommodate future light rail service, but trains may not reach the new crossing for years.