Clackamas County extends voter service hours for assistance and in-person voting ahead of the election, with two locations open Saturday and various services offered.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek appoints Joel Madsen and Tony Rocco to lead the Housing Accountability and Production Office, aiming to address the housing crisis.

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management encourages voters to prepare for the election by checking registration, confirming voting methods, and understanding key dates. They aim to combat misinformation and ensure votes count.

The Portland Unified Command has announced increased safety measures during election week, despite no specific threats. Local and federal officials encourage peaceful expression of First Amendment rights.

Hillsboro's "2035 Community Plan" initiative announces final prize winners, rewarding residents like Lauren W. and Kimberly D. for contributing to the city's future plans with local experiences and vouchers.

The IRS seeks more volunteers in Oregon to support free tax services, as the demand exceeds the number of helpers despite increased volunteer turnout and service sites this year.

Multnomah County proclaimed Nov. 4, 2024, as Election Hero Day to honor election workers amidst misinformation challenges and a shift to ranked-choice voting.

Gresham-Barlow School District held a safety summit to address safety concerns and rebuild trust after an armed student incident at Gresham High School.

Portland hosted the Governor’s Marketplace 2024 Conference, emphasizing connections for business growth and diversity in public contracting, led by Governor Tina Kotek.

Portland is incorporating ranked-choice voting for its mayoral and city council races, providing education on the new system and ensuring voters understand the process before election day.

Multnomah County has added over 250 new recovery and stabilization beds, addressing the care shortfall for substance use and mental health crises, with a focus on long-term support and culturally-tailored services.

The Clark County Elections Office will conduct a manual ballot count comparison on Nov. 6, with a statewide risk-limiting audit to follow on Nov. 19, to ensure accurate vote counting.

Oregon's Governor Tina Kotek requests a major disaster declaration from President Biden after a devastating wildfire season, seeking federal aid for affected communities.