West Linn Oregon

Fall Equinox Arrives Tuesday, Marking the Official End of Summer

Published Sep 20, 2026

The autumnal equinox lands this Tuesday, the astronomical marker that officially closes out summer and kicks off fall across the Portland metro.

Light Wildfire Haze Possible This Weekend as Regional Air Quality Dips

Published Sep 18, 2026

Shifting winds could bring a light layer of wildfire smoke into the Portland suburbs this weekend, a seasonal pattern that's become familiar in recent late-summer stretches.

Portland-Area Rental Vacancy Ticks Up Slightly, New Report Suggests

Published Sep 16, 2026

A new regional housing report shows rental vacancy rates edging higher across the Portland metro this summer, a shift that follows last month's report of cooling home sales.