ODHS OREM announces grant recipients for Oregon's Resilience Hubs and Networks program, with $10 million allocated to 87 organizations for emergency preparedness and resilience.

Kirk Maag was appointed to the Oregon State Board of Agriculture by Governor Tina Kotek. He's an environmental law partner and has a strong connection to Oregon agriculture.

Clark County extends the application deadline for an educational seat on its Public Health Advisory Council to Feb. 28, 2025, offering educators a chance to contribute to health policies.

An Oregon cat tested positive for the H5N1 avian influenza, showing symptoms and leading to a collaborative diagnosis effort. The ODA advises pet owners on prevention measures to protect pets from H5N1 exposure.

The Oregon Office of Emergency Management emphasizes the importance of preparation for tsunamis, offering resources and advice on risk awareness, emergency planning, and community engagement.

Medford opens a severe weather shelter for those needing refuge from freezing temperatures, providing food and bedding, with no religious or drug testing requirements.

The Portland Police Bureau arrested 32 individuals in a crackdown on human trafficking, providing support to survivors and targeting both traffickers and buyers.

Clark County Election Office will perform a manual audit of 600 random ballots from the Vancouver School District proposition on February 12 for accuracy verification. Public can observe; last-minute voting registrations are on February 11.

A protest in Salem turned violent, leading to a street takeover, traffic disruption, and the arrest of five people for criminal behavior including unlawful firearm possession.

Providence Medical Group has reached a tentative deal with the staff of Providence Women's Clinic after negotiations over pay and conditions, with benefits including wage increases and better working terms.

Portland Mayor Keith Wilson launches an initiative adding 50 shelter beds at Bybee Lakes Hope Center for those with substance use disorder, part of a broader homelessness strategy.

Zenith Energy in Portland has received a land use compatibility statement from the city, a step needed for an air quality permit. The city plans to work on energy infrastructure strategies in the future.

Tobias Read introduced the Oregon Audits Division's plan for 2025-26, focusing on transparency, financial audits, data security, and social services evaluation.