A new shelter for women will open in Portland's Old Town on Tuesday, providing 52 beds at the Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter, in line with Mayor Keith Wilson's homelessness solution plan.

Vancouver is seeking residents to join its Parking Advisory Committee to help shape future parking policies. Four vacancies are available, and applicants should have a stake in the city. Deadline to apply is February 7.

Portland's Urban Forestry introduces a new, simpler Tree Removal and Replanting Permit process to address complaints about the old system's complexity.

A new ADA-compliant fishing platform has opened at Haapa Boat Launch, enhancing access for anglers with mobility challenges along the North Fork Lewis River.

The ODHS reviewed their efforts to enhance Oregonians' well-being in 2024, focusing on community support and emergency readiness, including managing January's ice storms and introducing new grants and programs.

Amanda Briggs, once struggling with homelessness and addiction, now works as a lead case manager at Family Promise of Greater Washington County, using her experiences to help others in similar situations.

The report shows Portland's SSCC addressing street homelessness by offering shelter referrals during campsite assessments and cleanups, with 22 of 40 individuals accepting help and 15 staying at least one night in a shelter.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office completed a project collecting DNA from offenders for the FBI's CODIS, helped solve cases, and shared their methods nationwide.

Healthcare workers in Oregon, represented by the ONA, plan to strike on January 10th due to unresolved negotiations with the Providence health care system over patient safety and staffing.

The City of Salem repaired a crucial sewer main, restoring full wastewater service to West Salem residents and allowing them to resume normal water usage.

Tistilal Village, a new 57-unit affordable housing development by NAYA, has opened in Portsmouth, with dedicated spaces for families transitioning out of homelessness.

Starbucks baristas in Portland join a national strike organized by Starbucks Workers United to protest unfair labor practices and demand better wages and working conditions.

Portland baristas have joined a nationwide strike against Starbucks, demanding better contract terms and citing unfair labor practices during the holiday season.