Multnomah County designates February 2024 as Black History and Futures Month, focusing on Black creativity and environmental activism and honoring the impact of Black women in Oregon's history.

Sen. Jeff Golden has joined the Democratic nomination race for Oregon state treasurer, competing with Sen. Elizabeth Steiner and Jeff Gudman. His official campaign strategy will be disclosed post-legislative session.

The Chinook Indian Nation sees progress in a decades-old compensation case for ancestral lands taken in the 19th century, following a recent legal ruling to disburse settlement funds.

Salem-Keizer School District faces potential teachers' strike over unresolved contract disputes on workload and scheduling issues, despite the district citing budget constraints.

Oregon lawmakers propose increased funding for opioid addiction treatment in jails amidst the state's fentanyl crisis, following the tragic death of 22-year-old inmate Kendra Sawyer.

Oregon Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer introduces the Recover Pride in Service Act aiming to upgrade discharges for veterans ousted due to sexual orientation.

Oregon Democrats agree to increase penalties for drug possession, amidst pressure, aiming to address the state's addiction crisis and prevent the repeal of decriminalization laws.

The Portland Public Schools board has supported a resolution to relocate its headquarters and may sell the current site to Albina Vision Trust, amid discussions on a tax levy to fund teaching positions. Critics urge a transparent sale process.

The Portland City Council requests Multnomah County to change ambulance staffing from two paramedics to one paramedic and one EMT due to slow response times.

Oregon senators are divided on a bill to end daylight saving time, requiring alignment with neighboring states before making permanent standard time changes.

Oregon lawmakers are working against a tight deadline to pass various bills, with construction work and campaign finance reform being notable focuses during the session's midpoint.

A federal civil rights complaint has been filed against Portland Public Schools for introducing a disciplinary policy that considers race and gender identity, which has sparked allegations of discrimination.

Multnomah County Chair, Jessica Vega Pederson, refuses to change ambulance staffing models amid a dispute over slow response times, despite pressure from city officials and AMR, vowing to enforce fines for service failures.