Portland, Oregon — a populous Pacific Northwest city at the Willamette and Columbia rivers
A Texas suit has been filed to block a state law requiring framed Ten Commandments posters in every public school classroom. Plaintiffs argue the mandate burdens religious freedom under state law and Prop. 15. The case seeks a temporary restraining order before the new school year. The action follows earlier federal rulings on the same law.
The FAA has issued a final airworthiness directive requiring visual inspections of a forward "bear strap" and fuselage skin on certain Boeing 737 Max models. The rule, effective Sept. 10, covers about 471 U.S.-registered Max jets and mirrors inspections already mandated for older Next-Generation 737s after reports of cracks in that part.
Six of Europe’s biggest oil groups report profits surging year-on-year as turmoil around the Strait of Hormuz tightens supply and pushes prices higher. U.S. and European majors show windfall gains amid disruptions, even as lawmakers debate windfall taxes and consumer costs rise.
Kelsey Plum has been traded from the Sparks to the Phoenix Mercury in a deal that also involves Monique Akoa Makani and draft picks. The move follows Plum’s injury absence and Sanctioned trade talks as the Sparks adjust at the deadline; Phoenix aims to bolster a playoff push.
Phoebe Bridgers’s Lost Weekend chronicles personal loss and public life, blending Americana with electronic textures. The album addresses her father’s death, a high-profile breakup, and a year of upheaval, while underscoring her status as a leading songwriter.
The WNBA is continuing discussions on transgender athlete participation, with a memo from commissioner Engelbert and a task force set to meet. Public responses vary as players and allies voice opinions; two ex-NBA players have signaled interest in WNBA draft consideration. The league states it will approach the topic thoughtfully and in line with its values.
Indiana Fever guard has been involved in a first-quarter skirmish with Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington. Carrington was ejected and later posted a message on social media; Fever players and coaches publicly addressed the incident, stressing it was not about race. Other game events included Caitlin Clark facing a technical foul that was later rescinded.
Niemann has won at Trump National Bedminster, finishing 16-under after 72 holes to claim the LIV Golf season title. Rahm secures the season-long points title with one event remaining, while Harold Varner III finishes runner-up as Bryson DeChambeau and Westwood also contend in a sweltering finish.
Reports show a continued decline in violent crime and property crime across the U.S., with homicide hitting near historic lows. President Trump has spotlighted these figures on a campaign stop, while experts caution that the reasons behind the trend are complex and not tied to any single policy.
Five people and several domesticated animals were found dead at a Forest Grove property west of Portland after a vehicle fire was reported. The suspect was later found dead in Enumclaw, and authorities say the investigation is ongoing while seeking to identify the victims and determine connections.
Five people and several animals have died at a Forest Grove-area property. The suspect, Benjamin Charles Parker, has died by an apparent suicide in Enumclaw, Washington. Police say the suspect killed himself; authorities are pursuing leads and vetting motives as the case unfolds.
Cities including Albuquerque, NM, and Portland, OR, are deploying a rest-in-red system that defaults signals to red until a vehicle meets speed checks, adding early greens for compliant drivers. Early results show slower speeds and fewer incidents on targeted corridors, with researchers cautioning more study is needed.
The United States faces a stark mismatch: roughly 4 million affordable rental homes exist for about 11 million extremely low-income renter households, yet vacancies are rising as rents approach market levels. The tax-credit program that funds much of this housing is criticized for complexity and insufficient targeting, while vouchers remain scarce.
The AP analysis shows that 102 protesters arrested on felony assault charges in four cities have not yielded felony convictions at trial. 41% were dismissed and 34% pleaded down to misdemeanors. Nine received prison time, with two cases still pending. Trials in LA and Portland will resume this fall as prosecutors contend with challenging evidence and rapid charging during protests.
Phil Knight and his wife have pledged a major donation to Providence Heart Institute, enabling the creation of Oregon’s first women’s hospital and expanding cardiovascular care, clinical research, and integrated patient services across the state’s eight Providence hospitals.
A Richland, Washington resident has been arrested after allegedly attempting to assist the Houthi movement in Yemen. The FBI says he sought to improve Houthi communications and planned travel to Yemen, where violence has escalated. He has been charged with providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization. Authorities say there is no known Defense Department mission supporting his claims.
Multiple victims have been reported after a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon. The suspected gunman is dead; authorities say the scope of injuries and identities are still being determined. The FBI is assisting local investigators as Governor Tina Kotek monitors the situation.
A 16-year-old gunman opened fire at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, killing a 5-year-old boy, two other students aged 8 and 11, and a teacher. A bystander intervened, fatally shooting the teen as victims were evacuated. Authorities say multiple others are injured. The community is rallying around the victims with GoFundMe pages.