Portland City Council revised its meeting schedule to improve accessibility, holding four monthly meetings with an evening session thanks to Councilor Loretta Smith's initiative.

The Portland City Council will now meet weekly to improve public engagement and government transparency, with meetings scheduled throughout the month, including one evening meeting for wider participation.

Oregon's pension fund showed positive results, exceeding benchmarks with a 3.2% return last quarter due to strong stock performance and private equity holdings.

The Oregon DFR advises families to review insurance policies for students, considering coverage for personal property, renter's liability, auto insurance, and health plans.

Gresham City Council approved a $381 million urban renewal plan to revitalize downtown and Civic areas, aiming to fund park upgrades, transportation safety, utility infrastructure, small business support, and housing development over 30 years.

North Bend Police urge school zone safety, with SROs Jaehnig and Sanne engaging in first-day photo ritual, promoting collaboration with schools for student welfare.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield applauds a court decision aimed at ending Google's search monopoly to foster market competition and online fairness.

The governors of California, Oregon, and Washington announced the Western Health Alliance to preserve science-driven health policies amid concerns about political interference in the CDC.

Portland is considering changes to the urban service boundary, with a public hearing set for September 11. Two properties may shift to Gresham's jurisdiction, and residents can submit testimony from September 4th.

Portland's PERS members can alter their IAP investment in September by choosing a TDF matching their retirement goals, a change prompted by Senate Bill 1049.

Washington County's first year of the Deflection Program shows promising results, offering treatment over prosecution for substance abuse misdemeanors and aiding many in finding shelter.

AG Dan Rayfield filed an amicus brief with states supporting unions against a Trump-era order limiting their bargaining rights, citing First Amendment protections.

Eugene urges motorists to be vigilant as schools reopen, emphasizing safety around zones with increased pedestrian traffic, especially children. Authorities advise drivers to obey traffic laws and be extra cautious.