Clackamas County prepares to celebrate National Public Works Week from May 18-24, appreciating essential but often unseen infrastructure services such as wastewater treatment and road maintenance.

The Oregon Office of Emergency Management focuses on the mental impact of disasters during Mental Health Awareness Month, advocating for preparedness, resource awareness, and breaking stigmas.

Oregon Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner announces the 2025 Financial Empowerment Award recipients, honoring individuals and organizations for promoting financial literacy.

Medford has increased wildfire defenses in parks and open spaces, thinning vegetation on 200 acres with funds from various sources, including marijuana tax revenue, and plans public meetings on emergency preparedness.

Washington County Elections announces the mailing of ballots for the Special District Election, with voter services and multiple return options available.

Clackamas County ballots for the May 20, 2025, Special District Election are being mailed to voters, with tracking services and multiple drop-off options available.

Governor Kotek seeks additional candidates for Jefferson County District Attorney, focusing on diversity. Applicants must be eligible to practice in Oregon and send forms to specific contacts by May 23, 2025.

A Portland man with a history of legal issues was indicted on burglary charges after allegedly using a creative method of breaking into businesses through adjacent vacant stores.

Portland's forecast predicts clear skies and pleasant temperatures, with highs of 69°F and 82°F projected for the coming days, but a chance of showers by Friday.

Medford is set for road closures from April 29th to May 15th for valve repair and crack sealing, affecting Springbrook Road and N. Ivy Street. Traffic will be rerouted with detours.

13-year-old Liam Spahnle-Bailey was killed, another injured in Gresham shooting; police investigate and call for community action against gun violence.

One person died in a Downtown Portland shooting; suspects are at large, and the Homicide Unit is investigating. The victim succumbed to injuries at the hospital.

Oregon citizens faced a deadline to register for the May 2025 Special Election, impacting local governance issues, facilitated by a robust mail voting system.