Portland Parks & Recreation extends the application deadline for the Advisory Committee to guide the redevelopment of Tom McCall Waterfront Park, seeking diverse community input.

Sherwood's Special Election concludes with initial results due after polls close; voters had till 8 p.m. to submit ballots, with the option for language assistance.

Kellogg Middle School in Portland re-introduces the SKY Schools Program with a focus on reducing violence, supported by a grant from the Office of Violence Prevention.

Clackamas County progresses on its Recovery Campus combining transitional housing and support services after Governor Kotek's executive order, which extends the Homeless Emergency and provides funding.

A federal judge struck down a Trump executive order that sought presidential power over elections, a ruling celebrated by Oregon and Washington as a defense of electoral integrity.

Multnomah County and partner law enforcement agencies conducted a high-visibility patrol on Portland's MAX Yellow Line, resulting in immediate arrests, emphasizing a commitment to public transit safety.

Portland Police monitored a protest at the ICE building without making arrests, maintaining a balance between law enforcement and community relations.

Two deputies received the inaugural National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Award from the Multnomah County Sheriff for outstanding public safety work.

Portland officials call for a halt to ICE operations after agents shot two individuals near a local hospital, amid wider concerns over the use of force in immigration enforcement.

Portland councilors Avalos, Dunphy, and Smith reacted to an ICE shooting in Hazelwood, criticizing ICE's community safety threat and promising vigilance against federal overreach.

Portland's City Administrator Raymond C. Lee III warns of a potential $26.5 million General Fund shortfall in FY 2025-26 and discusses strategies for addressing the city's budget pressures.

RVACT is holding a transportation meeting on Jan. 13, which is open to the public in-person at Jackson County Roads Auditorium or virtually via Microsoft Teams, focusing on state projects in Jackson and Josephine counties.

Oregon Governor Kotek presents a transportation plan to address a $242 million ODOT shortfall, aiming to avoid layoffs and prioritize maintenance. She urges lawmakers to refocus funds and repeal House Bill 3991.