Oregon State Parks has doubled the day-use parking fee to $10 at 25 parks from Jan 2, 2025, but annual pass prices remain unchanged. This is to support park operations and maintenance after 15 years without a fee increase.

Sheriff Angela Brandenburg was sworn in for a second term in Clackamas County, focusing on jail reform, recruitment, and data-driven law enforcement strategies.

Portland Fire & Rescue joins forces with other fire departments to combat wildfires in Los Angeles, exemplifying inter-agency collaboration and mutual aid.

Oregon offers free e-filing for state and federal taxes starting January 27, with a refund hold until February 15 to combat fraud, and highlights free tax assistance programs.

Governor Tina Kotek criticizes Providence for not reaching an agreement to prevent a strike at Oregon hospitals and urges immediate contract negotiations.

New commissioners Meghan Moyer, Julia Brim-Edwards, and Vince Jones-Dixon were sworn into the Multnomah County Board on January 6, heralding a leadership change, in an event that drew regional leaders and was celebrated for its significance.

Oregon wildfire teams have arrived in Southern California to combat the Palisades Fire, having completed a safety check with CAL Fire in Sacramento. They are on a 14-day assignment to assist with firefighting efforts.

Washington County welcomed new and seasoned officials as they took their oaths of office, including Commissioner Nafisa Fai, Commissioner Jason Snider, and Sheriff Caprice Massey.

Edward Jones settles for $17M with regulators over mutual fund sales practices after a multi-state investigation.

Multnomah County plans to open a new 24-hour Sobering and Crisis Stabilization Center to aid individuals dealing with substance intoxication and reduce the strain on emergency departments and law enforcement.

Nearly 5,000 Oregon healthcare workers are on strike, the state's largest ever, with no end date set, potentially disrupting services during a busy health season.

Clark County Elections Office is preparing for the upcoming Special Election with logic and accuracy tests on January 16. Ballots are mailed on January 21, and results will be shared on Election Day, February 11, from 8:15 pm on ClarkVotes website.

A commissioned report in Oregon reviews the wages and rates of service providers for individuals with disabilities and older adults, proposing increased compensation and transparency.