Portland's NE Shaver Street sidewalk construction delayed beyond fall 2025 due to design issues and city demands. PBOT to update project signs with "2026" stickers and is working to confirm a new timeline.

Judge William Orrick issued an injunction against the Trump administration's policy to withhold federal funds from sanctuary cities, protecting 34 jurisdictions nationwide.

Oregon seeks taxpayer input through a survey for shaping the future of its direct e-filing tax option; over 13,000 used it for state, and 4,700 for federal returns in 2024.

The Portland Housing Bureau exceeded its affordable housing goal, creating 1,551 homes with the $258.4M bond, surpassing the 1,300 target set in 2016.

The Flat Fire in Oregon has prompted evacuations and a significant firefighting response, with authorities concerned about extreme weather conditions fueling the blaze.

Portland teachers prepare for a new arts education framework pilot in K-5 schools, aimed to enhance arts education.

Portland marks two years since the Camp Creek Fire, implementing measures to protect the city's water supply, including a new filtration facility and forest monitoring partnerships.

The Gresham Senior Center in Oregon is a hub of socialization and cool refuge, offering meals, activities, and air conditioning for seniors seeking to escape the heat and avoid isolation.

Medford funds Teen Intervene program in local schools to address teen substance abuse, partnering with OnTrack Rogue Valley and Jackson County Health & Human Services.

A report by Councilor Mitch Green's office debunks the myth of tax flight due to the Preschool for All tax in Multnomah County, showing an increase in wealthy households.

Portland Public Works is reducing the number of permit review meetings, which could lead to longer wait times for some projects while streamlining others.

Portland asserts its compliance with laws to AG Bondi, maintaining its sanctuary city status and commitment to not aiding ICE beyond what's legally required.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek rejects U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi's demands to change the state's sanctuary laws, maintaining a commitment to a 1987 law that limits local involvement in immigration enforcement.