Clackamas County, Oregon launches a campaign to support residents quitting smoking, featuring resources such as the Oregon Tobacco Quit Line, texting 'READY' to 34191, and visiting QuitNow.net/Oregon for assistance.

The Portland Housing Bureau plans to rehabilitate Taggart Manor for those recovering from homelessness and substance use, aiming for sustainability with solar panels and EV charging stations. Public comments on the project are invited.

Portland's Bureau of Human Resources has updated Deferred Compensation forms to help city employees optimize retirement contributions, including the 3-Year Catch-Up and the Final Paycheck forms.

Portland's Safe Blocks partnered with local organizations for a resource fair at Dawson Park, providing community services and making a significant announcement by Cascadia Behavioral Health about access to hygiene facilities.

Washington County declares a state of emergency to expedite repair work on Oregon Highway 6 after a landslide, stressing the route's crucial role in local travel and economy.

Tigard and Washington County completed a pedestrian safety project on Hall Boulevard, adding RRFBs, bike lanes, sidewalks, and ADA-compliant curb ramps to enhance safety.

Portland City Archives and Don't Shoot PDX launch "Portland in Black," an event series for preserving the city's black community history, with workshops throughout 2026.

The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office is recruiting volunteers for its Enforcement Reserve Program, offering training and the chance to work with full-time deputies.

Portland Water Bureau reports low levels of Cryptosporidium in the drinking water from Bull Run Watershed, with no immediate action needed for residents but cautions immunocompromised individuals.

Hillsboro reflects on a year of strategic growth, community development, and infrastructure improvements, including a new dual-sport training facility.

Hillsboro's indoor park, Outdoors In, offers a new online party reservation system for its diverse play facilities, including a play structure, bouldering wall, and sensory-sensitive sessions.

Portland saw protests against U.S. military action in Venezuela, with groups opposing airstrikes and President Maduro's capture. Critics argue it's unwarranted intervention and a grab for oil.

Portland continues to uphold its Sanctuary City Ordinance through the Protect Portland Initiative, creating a team across departments and seeking an Immigrant Affairs Lead to further immigrant rights and resist unconstitutional federal enforcement.