Portland Police Bureau inducted 22 new officers, their largest class since 1999, reflecting successful recruitment efforts and a focus on community service standards.

Officer Sattler graduated from police academy and begins field training with the North Bend Police Department. Chief Mitts and other officers support his development.

Salem offers grants for events promoting culture and tourism, funded by the hotel tax, for events between July 2026 and June 2027. Applications open October 2025, with mandatory pre-application meetings offered.

Three Oregon district attorneys withdrew from a federal lawsuit about Oregon State Hospital, citing recent legislative changes as their reason for disengagement.

Janet Powell of Oregon DFR earns prestigious Pierre Jay Award for her contributions to state credit union system.

Multnomah County Behavioral Health Call Center received accreditation from the American Association of Suicidology for meeting international standards.

Oregon Senate Republicans released a map showing vast opposition to Governor Tina Kotek’s proposed $4.3 billion transportation tax hike, with over 5,000 testimonies from citizens.

Tillamook County LEPC held an emergency response simulation to refine its ERG with over 30 participants from various organizations, including Tillamook Creamery.

The Oregon DEQ opposes the EPA's proposal to rescind a key climate protection ruling, emphasizing the importance of science-based policy and the Endangerment Finding for state-level emissions reduction efforts.

Multnomah County Sheriff's Office celebrates a tradition of giving junior deputy badges to kids during new hire ceremonies, fostering community bonds and recognizing the support role of officers' families.

Oregon's Department of Revenue will close its Taxpayer Services Call Center and Salem Payment Center on September 25, 2025, for staff training. Other services remain available.

Attorney General Rayfield and 20 other states won a court order to protect SNAP recipients' privacy from a federal data request by the Trump administration.

North Bend Fire & Rescue is competing against the Coos Bay Fire Department in a creative food can construction challenge, benefiting local charities Bus Jam and South Coast Food Share.