Christine Drazan was appointed to the Oregon Senate District 26, succeeding Daniel Bonham. Senate Republican Leader Bruce Starr praised her leadership and commitment to Oregon families.

Multnomah County officials and Portland leaders request federal funds from the Trump administration to prevent local food insecurity, with 136,000 residents at risk.

New climate health dashboards show local impacts of extreme weather and poor air quality in three Oregon counties, tracking data from 2014-2024 and highlighting health disparities.

Vancouver seeks a nonprofit partner to launch a Revolving Loan Fund with $1.2 million seed capital to support local businesses in areas with limited access to traditional financing.

House Majority Leader Ben Bowman criticizes the Trump Administration's approved deployment of troops to Oregon following Portland protests, calling it federal overreach and urging unity against it.

A 9th Circuit Court of Appeals panel's decision to deploy National Guard troops in Oregon has sparked confusion among state officials, prompting them to seek an overturn of the order.

The Ninth Circuit Court allowed Trump to deploy the National Guard in Portland, despite local opposition and ongoing legal challenges. Mayor Wilson criticizes this as federal overreach.

Sergeant Jake Hult was honored for his ten-year service with the North Bend Police, receiving commendation for his significant contributions and leadership.

State Senator Daniel Bonham's resignation prompts a joint session for selecting a new representative for Oregon's Senate District 26. Commissioners will interview candidates on Zoom, and the public can submit written comments or register to speak.

Clackamas County property tax statements are being mailed by October 25, with a 5.02% increase from last year, and a November 17 payment deadline. Taxpayers can access eNotices online since October 21.

Oregon's AG Dan Rayfield has requested the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by Marion County challenging the state's sanctuary laws, asserting that there is no conflict with federal law as per Ninth Circuit precedent.

The Oregon DFR is urging financial and insurance entities to assist local residents affected by the federal government shutdown, offering leniency like grace periods and waiving late fees.

Multnomah County seeks three residents to join its Planning Commission, volunteering to shape rural land use and policy; meetings occur monthly. Applications are due by November 3, 2025.