A state audit shows the Oregon Department of Administrative Services needs to improve its workforce management in light of retirements, shortages, and burnout.

The Oregon Senate passed a bill to prevent book bans based on author or character identity, with Democrats supporting and Republicans opposing due to concerns over explicit content.

Former Portland Mayor Sam Adams has announced his candidacy for the Multnomah County Board to address "current dysfunction," including homelessness and social services.

The Oregon House passed Bill 4103 revising e-bike laws after a teen's death, now proceeding to the Senate. It classifies e-bikes and adds age and licensing rules.

Oregon lawmakers are set to vote on a $376 million housing package to address high home costs and homelessness, scaling back from Governor Kotek’s initial request.

Portland Police Bureau participated in the Polar Plunge, raising over $3300 for Special Olympics of Oregon, with officers braving the cold Willamette River.

Portland is restructuring its environmental policy approach by splitting the Planning and Sustainability Commission into two bodies to enhance climate response.

Portland officials report 48 fentanyl-related deaths in early 2024 and are taking proactive measures, including a multi-agency task force and novel interventions, to combat the opioid crisis.

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.