Portland Officials Visit Vienna to Study Social Housing, Face Question Over High Travel Costs
Portland city officials visited Vienna to study its social housing model, incurring expenses totaling $15,688.49. Despite controversy over high travel costs due to city policy, the delegation aims to apply Vienna's methods in Portland.
Extended Deadline for SNAP Benefit Replacement After Flat Fire Announced for Deschutes and Jefferson County Residents
Oregon Department of Human Services has extended the deadline for Deschutes and Jefferson counties' residents to report SNAP food losses due to the Flat Fire until September 22, 2025.
Warm Springs Man Sentenced to 28 Months in Federal Prison for Assault and Illegal Firearm Possession
An Oregon man received a 28-month federal prison sentence for assault and illegal firearm possession, following an incident where he injured a truck passenger and was later found with guns and methamphetamine.
Clackamas Deputy DA Torrey McConnell Honored as 2025 Juvenile Prosecutor of the Year by Oregon Association
Torrey McConnell, the Clackamas County Deputy DA, won the 2025 Juvenile Prosecutor of the Year award, recognizing her juvenile court work and reform-focused approach after two years in this role.
Multnomah County Man Sentenced to 40 Months for Involving Minors in Fentanyl Drug Trafficking
Olaf Johnson was sentenced to 40 months for using minors in drug trafficking, involving fentanyl delivery. The conviction followed a sting operation where two teenagers were caught distributing on his behalf.
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson Declares September 15 to October 15 as Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month in Solidarity with Diverse Communities
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson proclaims September 15 to October 15, 2025, as Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, promoting inclusivity and recognizing the Latine community's contributions and challenges.












