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The Oregon Military Museum at Camp Withycomb in Clackamas will reopen on July 12, showcasing over 14,000 artifacts, including a restored Korean War-era F-86 fighter jet. The exhibit titled "We are Oregon" aims to highlight local military history and service. Admission to the museum will be free, and it will operate Wednesdays through Saturdays.
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.
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.
A Multnomah County grand jury ruled that Officer Andrew Young was justified in the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Nicholas G. Thorn, who was armed with a pellet gun and a knife in Portland. The incident occurred on October 4, 2024, following reports of a man threatening others with a rifle. District Attorney Nathan Vasquez expressed condolences for the loss of life.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced legislative successes in housing, including a new statewide shelter program and measures to streamline affordable housing construction. Lawmakers allocated $5 million for infrastructure in the OMSI District, which will provide 1,200 new housing units.
Jorge, an asylum seeker in the US, was detained by ICE after responding to a mandatory check-in message. His case reflects a troubling trend, as other immigrants in Oregon report similar experiences of arrest following ICE notifications. Local attorneys urge immigrants to consult legal counsel upon receiving such messages.
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.
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.
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.
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.