Months‑long delays in a Medicaid rent‑assistance program left a Portland tenant covering bills and nearly facing eviction. Advocates say the HRSN rollout has overwhelmed providers and tenants.

Washington County offers no-turn away shelters during severe winter, with 24-hour access, hot meals, and pet accommodations, prioritizing at-risk groups.

A Hillsboro jury awarded $800K to two public defenders who said a sheriff's deputy blocked their courtroom access in episodes they say were racially motivated.

Rosalee Anderson from Portland Ceasefire joined the first session of the University of Chicago's Community Violence Leadership Academy, aiming to enhance violence prevention efforts.

The Sunrise Community Coalition introduced a new logo, participates in community projects including park improvements and a tree-planting event, and supports local workforce and cultural initiatives.

Court records show no convictions tied to Portland's public camping ban so far, with many cases delayed or dismissed amid shelter referrals and a public defender shortage.

Portland Fire & Rescue is highlighting their firehouses and firefighters on social media, showcasing their daily duties, recent responses to emergencies, and the maintenance work behind their operations.

Dozens living in Portland’s tiny-home Safe Rest Villages say they’ve been told to leave under a 120-day engagement rule, even as some residents say they’ve been meeting with caseworkers.

Portland Fire & Rescue's Station 19 celebrates 100 years of community service, highlighting its bond with neighborhoods like Mount Tabor and Montavilla, and engaging in local traditions like the soapbox derby.

Portland Fire & Rescue celebrated the service of Station 18 since 1951. The station, with versatile emergency response units, covers southwest Portland communities and works with neighboring districts.

Portland's Rose City Self-Defense and Safe Blocks Program, with Midland Library, offer a self-defense workshop for ages 11+ on Jan 21, focusing on safety skills.

Station 17 of Portland Fire & Rescue specializes in marine response, protecting a waterfront area with the largest collection of floating homes in the U.S., using specialized boats and fostering community through events and a rose garden.

At the Northwest Ag Show, Oregon farm leaders warned that rising costs, new rules and labor shortages are pushing many family farms toward selling or diversification.