A young gray whale that stunned southwest Washington residents by swimming about 20 miles up the Willapa River this week has died. https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/2026/04/gray-whale-that-swam-20-miles-up-willapa-river-shocking-residents-has-died.html 

Over the past few months, the Portland Tile Guerrillas have installed dozens of artworks featuring Grateful Dead lyrics and tributes to local history.

Here’s a quick look at all of the players selected by the Fire in the expansion draft.

A young gray whale that swam about 20 miles up southwest Washington’s Willapa River this week has died, ending a strange journey that drew widespread attention.

Audience members said that quick-thinking fans of “The Boss” sitting nearby jumped to the man’s aid, administering CPR for several agonizing minutes before first responders arrived.

The Hops are in new digs, but they're not far from the old ones.

It’s the 16th year of the Portland Holi festival. Attendees are encouraged to wear white to embrace the colorful powder, known as gulal, thrown into the air to commence a crowd-wide dance. www.oregonlive.com/portland/202...

Today, “Portland’s Living Room” turned into Portland’s dance floor! It’s the 16th year of the Portland Holi festival. The free event continues tomorrow from 12 - 4 p.m. www.oregonlive.com/portland/202...

The artists call themselves the Portland Tile Guerrillas, and so far they have installed dozens of hand‑cut tile artworks across Portland, Milwaukie and Oregon City. https://www.oregonlive.com/living/2026/04/anonymous-artists-are-secretly-filling-portlands-cracked-sidewalks-with-mosaic-art.html 

The eventual winner can expect an uphill battle in the fall against incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek.

The arrest last week may have violated Oregon’s sanctuary law and judicial guidelines.

The Coos Bay Sheriff's Office arrested a man they say broke into a shelter and stole several dogs.

Bruce Springsteen is out to save America with rock and roll. On Friday night, in a Moda Center packed with screaming, singing fans, it felt like he might just do it. www.oregonlive.com/living/2026/...

The National Weather Service warns of a minor heat risk given how early in the season these temperatures are arriving.

Weston: Consider that real estate income isn’t typically guaranteed. While real estate and stocks aren’t closely correlated - both can be affected by economic crises.

Customers who check bags less than 24 hours before departure will pay an additional $5.

The scene is right out of the 1950s with students pecking away at manual typewriters, the machines dinging at the end of each line.

State epidemiologist Dr. Dean Sidelinger says sporadic, unconnected cases suggest measles is circulating more than reported and could spread quickly in under-vaccinated communities.

A young gray whale swam about 20 miles up the Willapa River past Raymond, Washington, shocking locals. Officials hope it heads back out on its own, but they may have to coax it.

Surprise! The Oregon Zoo has been hiding a pair of fuzzy gray babies! In the past month, two tiny Humboldt penguin chicks popped out of their shells and became official Portlanders https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2026/04/oregon-zoos-newest-babies-are-hatched-and-fluffier-than-ever.html 

First the Moda Center, now Keith Wison’s signature initiative: internal budget scenarios show officials seeking the city’s clean energy fund for millions in programs unrelated to its core climate mission.

Districts facing cuts for the 2026-2027 year include Portland, Beaverton, Tigard-Tualatin, North Clackamas and Gresham-Barlow.

These are the first images of earth released by @nasa from the Artemis II mission. The images were taken by astronaut commander Reid Wiseman inside the Orion capsule on Friday, April 3, 2026. 📸: NASA via AP #nasa #earth #artemisII #spacetravel #spaceexploration #orioncapsule #theoregonian

After months of talking about forming a team, the Portland Fire finally have the beginning of their 2026 roster.

Portland Fire select former Big 12 Player of the Year with first pick in WNBA expansion draft www.oregonlive.com/portland-fir...

From Dark Horse Comics to hundreds of freelance creators, Multnomah County's new Superhero Month proclamation celebrates a creative community unlike anywhere else in the nation.

Spring event calendars offer ample opportunities to celebrate the arts around Portland. It’s all in The Oregonian/OregonLive’s 2026 Spring Arts Guide here: theoregonian.visitlink.me/Bq0H0s

The record books will always show that Bridget Carleton was the first player added to the new Portland Fire’s second generation.

I'm sat at the Hyatt Regency where the Portland Fire are conducting operations from the expansion draft. Will have live updates as they happen. Action starts at 12:30 PT www.oregonlive.com/portland-fir...

It’s finally time for the Portland Fire to get a roster started for the 2026 WNBA season. The Expansion Draft starts soon and @nikstreng.bsky.social has all the info you need. Check out his live blog 👇

The Ducks have a new top player in their upcoming recruiting class.

Oregon and 22 other states with Democratic attorneys general announced Friday they are filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking to stop the president from restricting individuals from voting by mail. theoregonian.visitlink.me/fjBXA7 📸: Getty Images

Maria Linda Jade Kilmer went missing Saturday and police said Friday she had been located.

Trump, speaking ahead of an address to the nation this week about the Iran war, signaled the military is his priority.

The cost of popular chocolate treats has far outpaced inflation. Here’s by how much.

Oregon lawmakers said the bill, signed into law by Gov. Tina Kotek on Tuesday, was designed to withstand a likely court challenge by the Trump administration.

High temps climb to about 62 degrees Friday. Could we see an 80-degree day on Easter? There's a chance.

The American economy will absorb fallout from the Iran war and a surge in oil prices.

Zawadi Mungu — the “elder statesman” of the Oregon Zoo’s African lion pride and one of the oldest male lions in North America — died Thursday. Read more: theoregonian.visitlink.me/8MRlgG

Los padres que buscan educación preescolar gratuita para sus hijos de 3 y 4 años en el próximo año escolar ya pueden presentar su solicitud para el programa Preschool for All.

For those celebrating this week — or putting together a second Seder or holiday meals — Portland grocers, delis and restaurants are offering a range of Passover specials and prepared options. Read more here: theoregonian.visitlink.me/IcZ-ur

Through April 9, Portland grocers, markets and restaurants are offering prepared Seder dishes, holiday catering and kosher staples.

You can vote once a day until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, April 7.

Oregon remains one of the top five most expensive gas markets in the country.

The weird, hidden attractions found in one of the Oregon coast’s coolest towns Listen to the full episode: https://www.oregonlive.com/podcasts/2026/03/the-weird-hidden-attractions-found-in-one-of-the-oregon-coasts-coolest-towns.html 

Zawadi Mungu — the “elder statesman” of the Oregon Zoo’s African lion pride and one of the oldest male lions in North America — died Thursday. https://theoregonian.visitlink.me/q0nZVj  📷: Oregon Zoo

The new American restaurant hopes to breathe new life into its historic downtown building.

The speakeasy is found at the back of Honorable Mention, the Portland Trail Blazers legend's new downtown sports bar.

Allowing pets to accompany their humans inside might be a bigger advantage to their owners than Portland area shelter operators realize. Read more: theoregonian.visitlink.me/A700Oo

There were no immediate reports of serious damage.