OHCS awarded $1.6 million to 14 nonprofits in Oregon to help develop affordable homes, bolstering their capacity to create accessible housing options statewide.

ODHS offices received 980 books to support early literacy for pre-Kindergarten children, including diverse languages, to create a welcoming environment.

Washington County seeks public input on Farmington Road's redesign plans, focusing on safety and congestion relief, through an online open house with a feedback deadline of June 1st.

Washington County introduces a microtransit project in partnership with Ride Connection, targeting service gaps in specific areas starting in 2026. Residents can input on the service via an online survey.

Stephen Pettefer was arrested for a fatal motorcycle crash in Portland, facing multiple charges including Manslaughter in the Second Degree. The case emphasizes road safety and the consequences of reckless driving.

Medford announces multiple road and lane closures from May 4-15 for infrastructure improvements, affecting several streets and advising commuters to plan alternative routes.

David James Kozak was sentenced to 245 months in prison for attempted murder, arson, and animal abuse following an attack on his ex-girlfriend and setting fire to an apartment complex.

Portland Police evicted 13 squatters from a home, arresting nine and finding drugs, a stolen firearm, and ammunition; one posed as a landlord. The raid followed a year of issues.

A new Happy Valley Vote Center has opened in the Happy Valley Library to assist Clackamas County voters for the May 20, 2025 Special District Election, offering services like ballot replacement and voter registration updates.

Geoffrey Edward Hammond was convicted of second-degree murder and attempted murder in a Portland incident, with Ryan Martin killed and Sam Gomez injured.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office announced an investigation into the death of inmate Sharon Lee Watkins at Inverness Jail, who was found unresponsive on May 1 and could not be revived.

Barnett Road in Medford will have closures from May 1-3, 2025, for sewer mainline replacement, affecting eastbound lanes and reducing westbound to one lane. Delays are expected, and alternate routes are advised.

Timber Road reopened after a two-year closure and landslide repair project, reconnecting the Timber community and re-establishing a key link between OR 6 and US 26. The $5 million project was funded by the County Road Fund.