Rob Harris joins Hillsboro City Council, bringing legal experience and a history of community service, with plans to focus on prosperity and contentment for residents.

The Portland Trail Blazers introduced haptic display technology, developed by OneCourt, to make games accessible for blind and low-vision fans at Moda Center.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office announced the swearing-in of six new Corrections Deputies, highlighting their readiness to start and the ongoing recruitment efforts amidst national law enforcement staffing challenges.

Portland experiences chilly weather with frosty mornings and partly sunny days, according to NWS, with calm winds and steady temperatures in the mid-40s.

In-N-Out Burger plans its first Portland location, with an application to open near Portland International Airport. The company will discuss impact and planning with city officials.

Elizabeth Case joins Hillsboro City Council for a four-year term starting January 7, 2025. She has a varied background and was involved in community initiatives before her election.

Saba Anvery begins her City Council term for Hillsboro, focusing on affordable housing, economic equality, and climate change after a career in tech and community service.

Portland will see a clearer afternoon with a high of 46°F after a cloudy morning. Nighttime may bring patchy frost, and the week ahead looks mostly sunny with highs in the upper 40s and nightly frost expected.

Healthcare workers continue striking against Providence Hospitals in Oregon, demanding better conditions as Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley supports their cause. Talks may resume with a federal mediator.

The North Bend City Council will hold meetings to discuss the city's future, with a work session on January 13 and a regular session on January 14, 2025, covering various topics including infrastructure and public safety.

Oregon received a federal disaster declaration (FEMA-4854-DR-OR) following the 2024 Summer Fire Season, with StoryMaps playing a key role in detailing the impact and securing aid.

Oregon replaces its 2021 building code with the new 2025 OEESC, derived from ASHRAE 90.1-2022 standards, offering a six-month grace period for commercial permit applicants to choose between codes.

Cape Lookout State Park's scheduled spring construction closure has moved to summer 2025, offering a springtime visit window. Reservations open December 20, 2024, for stays through May 2025 before upgrades to combat environmental challenges begin.