Councilor Morillo is advocating for safety improvements on SE Cesar Chavez Blvd after a recent tragic incident, planning to work with PBOT and the Transportation and Infrastructure committee.

The City Auditor's Office in Portland has adopted new interim HR rules, allowing public comment until March 2, 2025.

The Eugene City Council approved five tax exemptions for low-income housing projects, sustaining 291 affordable units in partnership with local school districts.

The "Clack-A-Mole" TBM completed a ½-mile excavation for a new pipeline in Clackamas County, marking a milestone in the region's infrastructure development.

A house fire in North Bend resulted in the death of 40-year-old Kayla Pagent, despite firefighters' rescue efforts. The fire was caused by an unattended open flame, with no foul play involved.

Due to county work on Burnside Bridge, a section of the Better Naito bike and pedestrian path will close intermittently on weekdays, with detours via the Waterfront Park.

Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner advocates for HB 2200 to protect the state's retirement fund from risks associated with carbon-intensive investments.

Knife River is advancing Phase 3 of the Foothill Road project, causing detours and delays, with more construction and waterline installation underway, aiming for a mid-February 2025 reopening.

The Big Pipe Project in Portland celebrated a year without sewer overflows, contributing to the purity of the Willamette River and showcasing the city's dedication to waterway stewardship and public health.

A Cryptosporidium oocyst was found in Portland's water supply; further treatment to start by 2027. Current levels don't warrant general public action, but risk exists for the immunocompromised.

17-year-old Jorge Vasquez was fatally shot at Vance Park in Gresham; suspects fled before police arrived. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Oregon is considering Senate Bill 611, the Food for All Oregonians bill, to provide nutrition assistance for undocumented immigrants excluded from SNAP due to their status.

The Burlingham Trust granted $50K to Western Oregon University for a new Student Success Center, enhancing support and services for historically underserved students.