Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a $2 billion budget for FY 2025-26, addressing a $20.5 million general fund shortfall and maintaining services amidst cuts.

Oregon dispatches wildfire response teams to fight the Upper Applegate Fire in Jackson County, with firefighting resources mobilizing to protect structures and provide air support amid evacuation notices.

A fatal early morning crash in Polk County involved a farming swather and a Toyota 4Runner, leaving one person dead and closing the highway for hours.

Public broadcasting radio is a critical resource during emergencies, providing reliable information when digital platforms may fail. It collaborates with FEMA and NOAA to relay warnings and is being enhanced with NEXTGEN technologies.

Ex-corrections deputy Devona Preble was arrested on multiple charges, including delivering contraband and official misconduct, betraying her law enforcement duties.

Portland Police Bureau arrested two individuals for separate protest-related incidents at a local ICE facility; one for vandalism, the other for allegedly assaulting an officer.

The Rogue Rapids Swim Team in Southern Oregon is gaining recognition in the Medford area, with support including a $10,000 scholarship fund from marijuana tax revenues.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Alder Springs Fire, enabling a multi-agency response as the fire consumed 2,500 acres.

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read emphasizes the importance of individual votes as over 25 races from a recent election triggered automatic recounts.

Oregon remains among states with the lowest workers' compensation rates, ranking 14th in affordability as per a biennial study by the DCBS, with a further 3.2% rate reduction after the study date.

Oregon's HB 2081A, the Climate Resilience Investment Act, aims to guide the State Treasury towards climate-positive investments, impacting the $101 billion OPERF and its fossil fuel holdings.

Oregon's Alder Springs Fire prompts emergency actions, with the State Fire Marshal deploying teams to tackle the 1,500-acre blaze, as evacuations occur and aid is provided for residents and livestock.

Oregon passes HB 2081A to refocus state treasuries' investments towards clean energy, aiming to safeguard the $101 billion Oregon Public Employee Retirement Fund against climate-related risks.