Oregon State Parks Commission to meet online on February 25; executive session closed, business meeting open to public. Registration to speak due by February 24.

A cat in Oregon caught the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) after contact with wild birds, leading to warnings for pet owners to take precautions.

A Cedar Mill home fire spread to a neighboring house, leading to a two-alarm response and minor injuries for one individual. Firefighters used ladders to combat the blaze after the interior stairs burned. The cause remains under investigation.

Jason David Perillo was arrested for Catherine Cross's homicide in Wilsonville after a months-long investigation by the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.

Oregon Zoo celebrates the birth of a baby elephant who met her "aunt" Shine, as the staff discusses herd dynamics and the new mother Rose-Tu's nurturing of her calf.

Portland is initiating a multi-faceted plan to tackle homelessness, involving various shelter models and services provided by community organizations.

Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner warns about financial strain on local households due to Trump administration's tariffs, which could hike consumer costs significantly.

Clackamas County Social Services Division has released its future plan for aid to older adults and those with disabilities, seeking public feedback through March 14, 2025.

The Multnomah County DA's office restructured to combine misdemeanor case handling, streamlining the process and assigning a single prosecutor to each case from start to finish.

Oregon's building codes were updated to facilitate the construction of attached, stacked two-family dwellings, easing the development of multi-family units and supporting housing goals.

The Eugene City Council has scheduled work sessions and meetings in February to discuss budget priorities, urban growth, and public space needs, encouraging both in-person and virtual participation.

Nurses at Providence Oregon hospitals reached a tentative deal after a 26-day strike, improving working conditions and pay, but St. Vincent's hospitalists continue striking.

The report shows Portland's zoning changes increased middle housing production, improving affordability with duplexes, triplexes, and other units becoming common.