Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson calls for delaying a tax hike for high-income earners that funds the Preschool for All program, to ease taxpayer burdens.

Oregon legislators are considering a change to the urban growth boundary law to address the housing crisis by allowing more construction for affordable housing.

A survey indicates strong opposition to proposed freeway tolls in the Portland metro area, with 75% of residents opposed, particularly in Clackamas County.

A lawsuit settlement requires Portland to improve sidewalk access for people with disabilities by prioritizing the removal of campsites obstructing pathways until 2028, without specific deadlines for obstruction removal.

Lake Billy Chinook in Oregon will have lower water levels due to Round Butte Dam maintenance, affecting boating activities at The Cove Palisades State Park until mid-April.

Oregon State Parks are hiring 250 seasonal staff members, with roles including maintenance and visitor assistance, at up to $20.06 per hour, with benefits such as medical coverage and paid leave.

Oregon officials, in coordination with federal agencies, conducted a cybersecurity training exercise to protect the integrity of the state's elections against threats and misinformation.

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation released a free, user-friendly Oregon Investor Guide to help individuals make informed investment decisions.

Oregon's Secretary of State Office marks a decade of supporting small businesses, highlighting OSBA's role in helping entrepreneurs navigate government regulations.

Andre Bealer has been appointed as Oregon's new Director of Equity and Racial Justice by Governor Tina Kotek, bringing his experience from Metro to the role.

The Portland Police Association is campaigning to change a voter-approved police oversight board before it starts, aiming to remove its ability to fire officers.

Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su visited Portland to discuss workforce diversity in trades, coinciding with a $1.25 million grant to Oregon Tradeswomen for training women electricians.

Jessica Vega Pederson advocates for more funding for Oregon's Measure 110, promoting alternatives to the criminal justice system and a new $25M drop-off center for substance users.