PGE expanded its discount program for low-income residents in Portland, offering up to 60% off electricity bills to alleviate the impact of a recent 18% rate hike.

Andre Bealer has been appointed as Oregon's new Director of Equity and Racial Justice by Governor Tina Kotek, bringing his experience from Metro to the role.

Oregon lawmakers are considering amending the state's land-use law to allow cities to expand their urban growth boundaries, with 30% of new housing to be affordable, in response to the housing crisis.

A sewage overflow in Portland spilled 1,000 gallons into Cedar Mill Creek due to a grease-clogged line, prompting cleanup and public health advisories.

A lawsuit accuses St. Charles Health System of sending a patient's bill to collections without offering legally-required financial assistance based on income.

Oregon Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer introduces the Recover Pride in Service Act aiming to upgrade discharges for veterans ousted due to sexual orientation.

The Portland City Council requests Multnomah County to change ambulance staffing from two paramedics to one paramedic and one EMT due to slow response times.

The Portland Police Bureau and Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office made 21 arrests in a retail theft crackdown, involving a high-speed chase and recovering stolen vehicles and drugs.

Two suspects were arrested in Portland after a chase involving a stolen Audi and a break-in. They face multiple charges including vehicle theft and burglary. The police mission resulted in 21 arrests and seized drugs and vehicles.

Oregon senators are divided on a bill to end daylight saving time, requiring alignment with neighboring states before making permanent standard time changes.

Boeing replaces the head of its 737 Max program, Ed Clark, with Katie Ringgold after an incident involving a door plug on an Alaska Airlines flight, as part of efforts to strengthen safety measures and rebuild its reputation.

Oregon lawmakers are working against a tight deadline to pass various bills, with construction work and campaign finance reform being notable focuses during the session's midpoint.

Three Multnomah County deputies are under investigation for alleged misconduct in Portland's jail, including aiding inmate assaults and providing contraband.