The St. Helens School District plans changes amid a sex abuse scandal involving several staffers, including an arrested teacher and principal. The district is seeking community feedback on the changes and looking for a new acting superintendent.

Medford activates a temporary severe weather shelter from Jan 17-19 due to freezing temperatures, managed by ACCESS with food and shelter provided, open from 5:30 pm to 8:30 am.

A climber is missing on Oregon's Mount Hood, with authorities searching amidst foggy conditions after the individual was separated from their partner during descent.

Hillsboro is constructing its first year-round homeless shelter for adults, with services including beds for 76 people, wrap-around support, health assistance, and more, opening in winter 2025-26.

Portland Housing Bureau and Home Forward acquired Cesar Apartments for Permanent Supportive Housing to aid the homeless, with residents moving in by June.

Oregon and 47 states settled with Block Inc. for BSA/AML violations, imposing an $80 million penalty and requiring an independent review of Block's compliance program.

Mari Watanabe is appointed to Oregon's House District 34 by county commissioners to fill the vacancy left by Lisa Reynolds. Watanabe has a history of community and business leadership in Portland.

Portland suspends homeless camp removals to conduct an accurate Point in Time Count of the homeless population with PSU's collaboration, affecting operations from January 20 to 27.

The National Weather Service in Portland forecasts clearer skies and seasonal temperatures with calm winds in the following days, including sunny conditions on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Washington County seeks public feedback on its strategic plan for Disability, Aging, and Veteran Services with two events planned for community engagement.

The Oregon Heritage Commission is to hold an online meeting on January 27 to discuss the state's heritage preservation, including the 2026 Oregon Heritage Plan. Public participation is encouraged and registration is required.

Portland is shrouded in mist with 36°F, 92% humidity, and limited visibility. With calm winds and stable temperatures, the week ahead is expected to bring consistent cloud cover, with clearer days forecast towards the weekend.

Rob Harris joins Hillsboro City Council, bringing legal experience and a history of community service, with plans to focus on prosperity and contentment for residents.