Portland Clean Energy Fund grants $64 million for 60 sustainability projects, aiding organizations like the Portland Fruit Tree Project, Power to the People PDX, and others to integrate environmental action with social good.

Portland Police provide updated vehicle details in their search for missing endangered man James Moore, correcting the car's model to a Chevrolet Malibu.

ODOT restored bus service on I-84 between Portland and Boise with a federal grant, benefiting rural communities reliant on the route for essential travel.

North Bend is converting the Keizer Bros. Hospital into workforce housing, balancing historical preservation, environmental safety, and funding concerns in the comprehensive redevelopment process.

Oregon boosts affordable housing development, financing 4,806 units, improving from 3,208 last year, despite supply issues. OHCS highlights streamlining with ORCA and earmarks funds for diverse projects, including veteran and elder homes.

Google settled for $700 million over anticompetitive practices claims, with consumers and developers expected to receive funds without requiring claim forms.

Deputies from the MCDSA delivered about 100 toys to Randall Children's Hospital, a gesture aimed at bringing joy to hospitalized children during the holidays.

North Bend Police Dept. received a $125,000 COPS grant to hire a narcotics investigator. They're hosting "Coffee with a Cop" on Dec. 10, 2025, for community engagement.

Boardwalk Bubbles LLC opened in North Bend with a ribbon-cutting on December 5, offering handcrafted self-care products and a school-spirit soap fundraiser.

Portland, OR faces heavy rainfall causing the NWS to issue various weather warnings, including a Flood Watch, due to the risk of urban and river flooding, and potential landslides.

MCSO shared a #Wrapped2025 post detailing a decrease in crime rates, with fewer arrests for person and property crimes, and an average daily jail population of 969 inmates.

Washington County issued an advisory due to heavy rains increasing flood risks. Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads and heed warnings to prevent accidents and ensure safety.

A Portland Police officer, Jimmy Pryce, was arrested on charges of Strangulation, Assault, and Harassment after an off-duty incident. The PPB is conducting an internal investigation.