Oregon and Washington state officials report two domestic cats contracting HPAI from raw pet food, leading to their euthanasia and prompting public health warnings.

Candace Avalos is the new City Councilor for Portland's District 1, focusing on East Portland issues, housing, and climate. She promises regular updates and urges community participation.

Portland has extended the Sunderland RV Safe Park through June 2025 to continue providing shelter and services to the homeless. Managed by the Salvation Army, the site offers vital support and aims to transition residents into stable housing.

An event in Portland will teach small business owners about city permitting, featuring the Small Business Hub and Empowered Communities Program, on March 4 at PCC’s Southeast Campus.

The Portland City Council meeting on climate has moved online due to bad weather, ensuring safety and uninterrupted proceedings. Public access is via YouTube and other channels.

The Reconnecting Albina Planning Project in Portland is seeking community input for the Albina district's development, with an event on Feb. 27 and a feedback tool open until March 31.

Clark County Public Health urges residents to recycle used batteries at designated sites to prevent environmental harm and protect sanitation workers from fires and explosions caused by improper disposal.

The Portland Monuments Symposium discussed the city's public art and the need for a community-driven approach in decision-making, reflecting on diversity and recontextualizing monuments.

Adele Atwood of Cascadia Health supports Portland's homeless through personalized street outreach, offering resources and trust to aid their transition to stability.

Multnomah County opened its candidate filing window for the May 20, 2025 Special District Election. Positions available include education and fire safety boards. The filing deadline is March 20, with voter registration ending on April 29.

Hospitalists at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center have unanimously ratified a new contract, securing patient safety, job security, and equity among providers. This is their first contract since unionizing in August 2023.

Three residents were displaced following a quick evacuation from their Hillsboro home due to a fire, with firefighters extinguishing the blaze in 20 minutes; no injuries reported.

Oregon initiates a milk testing program to monitor for H5N1 avian influenza, collaborating with local dairy industry despite no confirmed cases in their cattle.