The NWS in Portland has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of northwestern Oregon and southwestern Washington.

Researchers from the University of Washington say the top three smokiest cities in the country are all in Oregon.

From the Oregon Coast to the Cascades, Monday’s forecast calls for numerous rain showers, windy conditions and a chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Monday and Tuesday’s daytime highs look to hang out in the mid-50s up and down the Willamette Valley.

PORTLAND, Ore. — The Trump administration has fired thousands of U.S. National Parks and Forest Service workers as part of its sweeping effort to cut the size of the federal government. Around 4,400 employees were abruptly fired over the past few days, including people in Oregon and Washington.

Originally a celebration of President George Washington’s birthday, in 1968 the holiday was adapted to also honor the birth of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and moved to the third Monday in February. Here’s a list of what government offices and services are open and closed for Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17, in the Portland area.

In response to Trainor’s announcement, Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal advised schools that the state already has laws against discrimination in public education — and that Dear Colleague letters “do not hold the power of the law.”

A girl had disclosed to her grandfather that the man had sexually abused her and would often spy on her while she showered.

The Tigard Police Department have arrested four Colombian nationals in connection with a string of 39 home burglary cases allegedly targeting Asian-American households since September.

A good ol' Pineapple Express is set for Sunday: Heaviest rain towards Portland at 3 inches, about 2 inches for Eugene area and less than 1 inch for