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Two firefighters died and one was injured in an ambush while responding to a wildfire near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The Kootenai County Sheriff stated the fire was intentionally set to lure the firefighters into a trap. Law enforcement later located the suspected shooter, who acted alone, using cellphone data.
Lieutenant Laurent Picard of Portland Fire & Rescue educates residents on fire prevention and emergency preparedness. With nearly 29 years of service and responding to thousands of 911 calls, Picard emphasizes the importance of smoke alarms in saving lives.
Record-high temperatures in Portland, reaching the mid-90s, are straining human heat tolerance. Health officials warn that climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of heat waves, leading to health emergencies across the U.S. Residents are urged to stay hydrated and check on vulnerable individuals.
Portland's Development Services Center announced a land use proposal for an Adjustment Review at 4336 SE 16th Ave, published on June 30, 2025. The deadline for public comments on the proposal is July 22. Residents can download the full notice for further details.
Oregon lawmakers concluded their session without passing a crucial transportation funding package, prompting Governor Tina Kotek to consider a special session. The lack of new funding may result in significant layoffs at the state transportation department and stalled projects.
Oregon's transportation agency faces severe budget cuts after lawmakers rejected a vital $11.6 billion infrastructure bill. Governor Tina Kotek confirmed that cuts to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) are inevitable, affecting essential services like road maintenance and wildfire response.
Corgi enthusiasts celebrated the annual Corgi Beach Takeover on Saturday, drawing over a thousand corgis to Seaside, Oregon. The event, organized by the Oregon Humane Society, serves as a crucial fundraiser for its initiatives.
A rollover crash in Forest Grove killed 62-year-old Brian Blount on Saturday evening. Authorities closed Southwest Fern Hill Road for several hours while investigating the incident and urged witnesses to come forward.
Gas prices in Oregon surged to an average of $4.05 per gallon, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the Israel-Iran conflict. A ceasefire has resulted in minor price drops, but concerns over potential disruptions in oil supplies persist. AAA projects record travel for the upcoming Independence Day holiday, with 72.2 million Americans expected to travel.
The City of Portland selected four groups to explore the establishment of new Enhanced Services Districts (ESDs) across all four Council Districts. The first group will commence efforts in July 2025, followed by a second group in early 2026, pending City Council approval. Property and business owners will fund additional services through the ESD program to enhance local communities.