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Evacuation orders lifted in Clackamas County fire

The Blue Jay Fire is burning on the west side of the Sandy River. It started early Monday morning. BORING, Ore. — Evacuation orders...

Fire burns through Portland 3-story apartment building

The gusty winds and hot temperatures accelerated the flames and prompted Portland Fire and Rescue to bring in more firefighters to respond. PORTLAND,...

The latest information on fires burning across Oregon

Here's what we know right now about the wildfires burning across Oregon. PORTLAND, Ore. — Despite a wet winter across much of the Pacific...

Evacuations ordered for rapidly-growing fire in Lane County

The Lookout Fire is burning in the Willamette National Forest. Gov. Kotek has invoked an Emergency Conflagration Act to make more firefighting resources available. ...

Multnomah County and City of Portland declare emergency; cooling shelters open during heatwave

With temperatures expected to reach triple digits this week, the county and city has declared an emergency, announcing locations and hours for cooling shelters. ...

Here are cooling spots around the Portland metro area to beat the heat

With temperatures expected to reach triple digits next week, the city has announced locations and hours for splash pads and misting stations. PORTLAND, Ore....

Whimsical giant troll sculpture made from trash moving into Portland: 'Big and amazing'

The troll sculpture will be on display at the Nordic Northwest campus. It's part of a six-site art exhibition entitled "Northwest Trolls: Way of the...

Burning and campfire restrictions tightened ahead of Oregon heat wave

Multiple governments and agencies have issued or tightened up existing burn bans ahead of an expected string of days hitting 100 degrees or more. ...

Heat wave in Portland next week could tie record for triple-digit temperature days

A July 1941 heat wave currently holds the record of five consecutive days over 100 degrees at PDX. PORTLAND, Ore. — An anticipated stretch...

Providence Bridge Pedal and Stride: Here's what routes to avoid

Portland's signature summer event returns Sunday, Aug. 13, giving the community an opportunity to bike or walk across the city's most iconic bridges. PORTLAND,...

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