Oregon celebrates Older Americans Month with initiatives to support older adults, combat isolation, increase social support, and challenge aging narratives.

Oregon OEM's webinar series targets aiding elderly communities in disaster preparedness, addressing medication management, scam awareness, and mental health post-disasters.

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management is hosting a virtual series focusing on disaster preparedness for seniors, addressing medication management, scam avoidance, and mental health. The sessions are free and offered in multiple languages.

Oregon National Guard celebrates Armed Forces Day with events featuring a band, an airshow, and special recognitions, while reflecting on the 20-year anniversary of Oregon Soldiers' deployment to Iraq.

Tacoma City Council approved measures to expand the Urban Forestry Program, focusing on enhanced tree planting and canopy management until 2027 to improve aesthetics, environmental resilience, and public health.

Clackamas County sees a decrease in chronic homelessness but a rise in first-time homelessness due to economic pressures, according to the 2025 PIT count.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office hosts the 18th Annual K9 Trials at Hillsboro Stadium on May 17, showcasing canine agility and law enforcement skills.

The Portland Police share a video detailing Officer Adi Ramic's near-fatal encounter during a traffic stop, highlighting his journey and resilience, coinciding with National Police Week.

Oregon State Marine Board's Boating Safety Advocates are proactively engaging with boaters for safety education and feedback ahead of the summer season.

The 2025 RADIO Conference in Oregon focused on upgrading public safety networks, featuring strategies and tech advancements to improve emergency response communications.

WES and SOLVE held their annual cleanup event, where volunteers removed 791 pounds of litter from Gladstone's Meldrum Bar Park, reinforcing their commitment to waterway preservation.

Portland's 2025 Safer Portland Grant, managed by the Office of Violence Prevention, is seeking applications from community organizations to combat gun violence in the city.

Portland is setting new fire and life safety standards for transient lodging and invites public feedback before the permanent rule takes effect on June 23, 2025.