Portland's Mayor, Keith Wilson, directs all city managers and supervisors to return to full-time on-site work to improve collaboration, aligning with efforts to tackle homelessness and city safety.

Two roommates in Scappoose, one shot and one accused of attempted arson, were jailed after a domestic dispute at Green Meadows Mobile Home Park, as reported by local authorities and media outlets.

Authorities found human remains in the disappearance of Ryan Staggs, with a Toledo man arrested for murder, and the Lincoln County DA's Cold Case Unit's ongoing efforts leading to the discovery.

Timothy Paul Fitzgerald was convicted on multiple counts, including assault and kidnapping, for attacking a disabled, homeless woman after offering her money.

Oregon received a federal disaster declaration (FEMA-4854-DR-OR) following the 2024 Summer Fire Season, with StoryMaps playing a key role in detailing the impact and securing aid.

Champoeg State Heritage Area's B Loop campgrounds are available for bookings with construction pushed to late 2025, part of broader park improvements funded by Oregon's 2021 GO Bond projects.

Oregon State Parks has doubled the day-use parking fee to $10 at 25 parks from Jan 2, 2025, but annual pass prices remain unchanged. This is to support park operations and maintenance after 15 years without a fee increase.

New commissioners Meghan Moyer, Julia Brim-Edwards, and Vince Jones-Dixon were sworn into the Multnomah County Board on January 6, heralding a leadership change, in an event that drew regional leaders and was celebrated for its significance.

Washington County welcomed new and seasoned officials as they took their oaths of office, including Commissioner Nafisa Fai, Commissioner Jason Snider, and Sheriff Caprice Massey.

Edward Jones settles for $17M with regulators over mutual fund sales practices after a multi-state investigation.

A commissioned report in Oregon reviews the wages and rates of service providers for individuals with disabilities and older adults, proposing increased compensation and transparency.

The Bayview Companies are fined $20 million for inadequate cybersecurity after a data breach affecting over 5.8 million customers, including 95,000 in Oregon.

Counties prepare to fill Oregon House District 34 seat on January 15, following Rep. Lisa Reynolds' resignation. Three Democratic nominees are shortlisted, with public and written comments being accepted.