Bellevue launches a Safe Routes to School program to improve safety and sustainability for students commuting to school, with education, infrastructure, and community engagement ahead of the new school year.

Portland Running Company's new outdoor dining space at The Run Pub, featured by PBOT, combines a love for running with socializing over beverages, highlighting the city's support for such innovative, community-oriented spaces.

Portland Police launch a road safety campaign as schools reopen, enforcing traffic laws and urging drivers to slow down and stay attentive in school zones.

Washington County offers no-turn away shelters due to severe summer weather, providing safe spaces, meals, and access for pets, with transportation options available.

Medford agencies are hosting a public safety recruitment event on September 26th to showcase career opportunities, offering presentations, Q&A sessions, and a friendly atmosphere.

Evergreen Public Schools postpones the start of the 2025-26 school year to September 2 amid ongoing union negotiations.

Multnomah County declares a state of emergency ahead of a heatwave, opens cooling centers, extends library hours, and provides fare-free TriMet rides to cooling spaces.

Multnomah County Board voted to keep current Preschool for All tax thresholds, deferring inflation adjustments. The program is expanding and has reached priority populations, with a goal of universal access by 2030.

Medford uses marijuana tax funds for cultural and educational projects, including the RogueX Public Art Sculpture, swim scholarships, security at Santo Community Center, and improvements at Medford Senior Center.

Dignity Village in Portland now has electricity in its 43 households thanks to solar panels installed through a collaboration involving community funds and nonprofit initiatives.

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center nurses, represented by ONA, authorized a strike over wages, patient care, and working conditions after 21 months of bargaining.

Portland considers making cooling systems mandatory in rental units to protect against heatwaves after deadly 2021 event, with efforts led by Commissioner Avalos.

Portland extends pay-to-park hours to 10 p.m. in several districts starting September 2; introduces "5 after 5" parking rule and discounted on-street parking passes for downtown low-income residents.