Oregon Governor Tina Kotek appoints Christopher J. Parosa as Lane County District Attorney, effective June 28, 2024, succeeding the retiring DA Patricia Perlow.

Multnomah County officials, including Chair Vega Pederson, face criticism over closed-door meetings concerning a new deflection program for drug users as part of HB 4002 implementation.

A former Franklin High School student sues Portland Public Schools for $4.7 million after a woodshop class accident led to his finger's partial amputation.

Clackamas County Clerk and Elections office received a $59,000 HAVCP grant to recruit, train, and pay local college students as temporary election workers for the 2024 General Election.

Oregonians may vote on a measure for a universal basic income of $750 per resident, funded by higher corporate taxes, with sufficient signatures for the November ballot.

Multnomah County commissioners and DA Nathan Vasquez critique Measure 110's lack of mandatory treatment in drug diversion, proposing limits and accountability for effective rehabilitation.

Governor Tina Kotek praised Oregon's Early Literacy Educator Preparation Council for its recommendations aimed at enhancing elementary reading and writing instruction, including integrating dyslexia standards into educator preparation.

A proposed ballot initiative in Oregon which could provide a $750 tax rebate upon successful corporate tax increase has collected enough signatures to appear on the November ballot.

Oregon is planning to offer a no-cost federal tax return service through the IRS starting next year, which could benefit over half a million Oregonians.

Washington County confirmed its primary election results, with data available online. Voter turnout was low, with a push for engagement in the November election. Officials encourage voters to prepare and educate themselves on voting options.

Multnomah County proclaims June 19 as Juneteenth Day, a celebration of emancipation, with county officials and advocates emphasizing the importance of recognizing Black Americans' history and contributions, and addressing systemic racism.

Portland's Mayor Wheeler announced the start of a municipal overhaul in alignment with voter-approved charter changes, set to take effect by July 1, 2024.

Clackamas County has launched a comprehensive service guide for residents, providing information on local services, from recycling to mental health and parks, available both physically and online.