Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has called for ICE to suspend operations in the city following a shooting incident, citing a land use review violation and commitment to sanctuary city principles. The full statement is on Portland's official website.

The Multnomah County Board recognized January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month and the second week as Slavic/Eastern European Heritage Week to honor contributions and raise awareness.

Oregon AG Rayfield visited OHSU to discuss the future of healthcare against a backdrop of federal policy uncertainties, touching on research funding and patient care.

Councilor Loretta Smith released a statement after a shooting wounded two Portland officers, expressing relief they are stable, condemning violence, and thanking first responders.

Multnomah County revealed plans to improve severe winter weather response in partnership with the City of Portland, focusing on preparedness, shelter facilities, and outreach efforts to reduce weather-related fatalities.

Oregon's Democratic leaders propose moving the vote on the transportation bill to the May primary, while Republicans criticize the timing shift as a political maneuver.

Portland Public Schools is considering cutting 288 jobs to address a $50 million budget shortfall for the 2026-27 school year, raising concerns about the impact on education quality.

Multnomah County declined to install metal detectors at the downtown Central Library, citing high costs, staffing needs and equity concerns. Officials will instead hire a security manager, test vapor sensors and expand outreach.

Councilors want to direct $20.7M in unspent rental‑registration fees to rent assistance, emergency vouchers and eviction defense, with most spending spread over three years.

The City of Vancouver denounces federal immigration agency practices, citing community harm and pledges to uphold public safety and human dignity in line with the Keep Washington Working Act.

After three decades leading the Oregon Business Council, Duncan Wyse is handing the presidency to John Tapogna. The change, effective March 1, 2026, marks a leadership shift at an influential statewide business-policy group.

Clackamas County seeks resident input on short-term rental regulations, extending its pilot program and offering a survey and town halls for feedback.

A pardoned Jan. 6 defendant has filed to run for Oregon governor, injecting a controversial influencer into a crowded GOP primary.