The article announces the upcoming swearing-in ceremony for newly elected officials in Clark County, open to the public, at the County Council hearing room.

Multnomah County and Portland provide 200 extra shelter beds for the homeless, managed by The Salvation Army, to offer warmth and basic amenities during the winter.

Dan Rayfield was sworn in as Oregon’s 18th attorney general, prioritizing child support, community safety, and protection for seniors and families. He succeeds Ellen Rosenblum, focusing on victims' support and upholding state laws and values.

A 15-year-old boy in Northeast Portland was arrested with a loaded rifle; he was in breach of probation and now faces firearm possession charges. No injuries were reported.

A man was fatally shot in a Northeast Portland hotel parking lot, the third deadly shooting at this hotel in a month. Police are investigating, but no suspects are in custody.

The ODHS reviewed their efforts to enhance Oregonians' well-being in 2024, focusing on community support and emergency readiness, including managing January's ice storms and introducing new grants and programs.

Casago is to acquire Vacasa for at least $114 million and take the vacation-rental firm private, merging their property portfolios and business models.

The NWS predicts several days of rain for Portland, with high probabilities of significant precipitation and temperatures ranging from mid-40s to low 50s.

A 40-pound olive ridley sea turtle was found dead on Sunset Beach in Oregon, possibly due to hypothermia caused by recent storms, according to the Seaside Aquarium.

Amanda Briggs, once struggling with homelessness and addiction, now works as a lead case manager at Family Promise of Greater Washington County, using her experiences to help others in similar situations.

The report shows Portland's SSCC addressing street homelessness by offering shelter referrals during campsite assessments and cleanups, with 22 of 40 individuals accepting help and 15 staying at least one night in a shelter.

Portland is facing discord with two unions, AFSCME and DCTU, as contract talks stall amid a $27 million budget shortfall, potentially leading to a strike.

Mayor Ted Wheeler reflects on his tenure leading Portland, highlighting challenges and progress in public safety, homelessness, and economic development, and urges continued momentum under new leadership.