Two dozen law enforcement agencies in the Portland area have joined forces to watch out for drivers speeding, driving distracted or under the influence during the St. Patricks Day weekend. Agencies from Lake Oswego to Gresham to Washington County have partnered on the effort, which started on Friday night and stretches through Tuesday morning.

Maryland State troopers have increased patrols throughout St. Patrick's Day weekend. State troopers are watching for impaired or distracted drivers. "Cell phone usage, just not paying attention while you're driving because we're going to have our state troopers out here working this weekend to enforce the motor vehicle laws,

Police in South Boston were seen patrolling the streets on Saturday night in anticipation of disruptive behavior during the St. Patrick's Day parade.