Portland Police held a ceremony at Waterfront Park to honor officers killed in the line of duty with tributes, a 21-gun salute, and a water display by firefighters.

A German Shepherd named Burton has been sworn in as Multnomah County Sheriff's Office comfort dog, to help reduce stress during crises and community events.

The Portland Housing Bureau is applying for a HUD grant to improve housing and urban development, inviting public input on the application posted on its website.

The Oregon State Fire Marshal has launched a $3 million initiative for wildfire risk reduction, offering grants to fund projects safeguarding homes and infrastructure against fires.

A new comfort dog named Burton has joined the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office to aid in relieving stress for community members and first responders.

The Multnomah County DA's Office is launching a diversion program for domestic violence survivors, focusing on support and healing rather than prosecution.

The Clark County Community Advisory Group, formed to advise on state climate change planning legislation, will meet on May 22 to discuss policy for local governance.

Locals attended a public hearing in Multnomah County to discuss the county budget, focusing on poverty, climate, and homelessness issues, with a final decision due by June 6th.

Portland allows early construction at 6 a.m. on hot days to protect workers from heat. The 120-day interim rule requires notifying the Noise Control Office and neighbors. High-decibel activities are excluded; Sundays and holidays are unaffected.

East Portland's Sunday Parkways event promotes community health and sustainable transportation with a 3.3-mile route for cyclists, walkers, and rollers, featuring local parks and activities.

The Portland Police Bureau is expanding its Central Bike Squad with new officers to address downtown disturbances and improve law enforcement presence.

Commander Amanda McMillan has been promoted to Assistant Chief of the Investigations Branch in the Portland Police Bureau, as part of a major restructure announced by Chief Bob Day.

The Portland Police Bureau addresses sex trafficking in its podcast, highlighting the crime's presence in Portland and its collaborative, victim-focused approach to combat it.