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.

Portland City Council voted unanimously to foreclose on the Old Gordon’s Fireplace Shop and three other properties due to extensive code violations and unpaid fines.

Neil Goldschmidt, a former Oregon governor, has died of heart failure at 83, with a complex legacy due to his revealed sexual abuse of a 14-year-old girl during his mayoralty.

The Portland City Council passed a resolution for bureaus to assess economic and housing impacts of proposed legislation to tackle the city's affordability crisis.

An Oregon check cashing business operator was convicted for his role in a payroll tax scheme that obstructed IRS collections, filing false reports and cashing $177 million in checks for under-the-table wages.

Judge Adrienne Nelson ruled that Multnomah County's lawsuit against oil companies over climate change damages is to reside in Oregon State court, not federal court.

Oregon State University's fashion program was lauded by Vogue for its focus on sustainability and sports business, earning a spot on the magazine's 'Best Fashion Schools' list.

Hillsboro's election filing period begins July 8, with four City Council positions open. The election on November 5 will see new faces as incumbents reach term limits.

Portland candidates file for elections under the city's new government structure, which includes a larger council, ranked-choice voting, and district-based representation. The November election will implement these changes.

Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong is named the new superintendent of Portland Public Schools, succeeding Guadalupe Guerrero.

The Oregon State Library Board will hold a public meeting on June 14, 2024, for discussions on library governance and policies at the Guin Library in Newport.