Commissioner Jones-Dixon calls for East County collaboration on homelessness, reevaluating the Gresham shelter plan to better align with community needs and ensure effective use of resources.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield won a court order to stop the Trump administration's plans to cut AmeriCorps, preserving services worth $400 million and reactivating 750 member roles.

District 4 Commissioner Vince Jones-Dixon pauses construction on a homeless service facility to consult with the community on the project's direction.

Oregon expects to receive up to $66 million from the Sackler family and Purdue Pharma as part of an opioid crisis settlement, as announced by Attorney General Dan Rayfield.

The House Democrats passed SB916, which allows striking Oregon workers to receive unemployment benefits after two weeks, aiming to balance labor negotiations without raising employment taxes for small businesses.

Attorney General Dan Rayfield, with 18 other states' attorneys general, defends Section 2 of the VRA, opposing a court ruling that limits challenges to discriminatory voting policies.

The Oregon Senate has advanced the POWER Act to ensure tech giants pay more for their substantial energy use, aiming to protect regular consumers from increasing utility costs.

The Portland Police Bureau is inviting public feedback on police directives, emphasizing community involvement in policy-making for transparency and responsibility.

The Oregon Heritage Commission awards $75,000 in grants to twelve state museums, supporting a variety of projects aimed at preserving and enhancing Oregon's heritage and history.

Portland's Bureau of Planning and Sustainability decided on a zoning adjustment at 3600 N Interstate Ave, and residents can appeal until June 16, 2025.

The CPPW, a labor union in Portland, reached a tentative contract with the city, including a 2% raise, bonuses, and other benefits for its 800+ members. The agreement awaits final approval by the City Council.

Governor Kotek and Mayor Wilson discuss plans to tackle Portland's housing shortage by converting offices to residential units and constructing 5,000 multifamily homes in three years, with incentives for developers and a focus on sustainability.

Oregon Governor Kotek has formed the Behavioral Health Talent Council, led by the First Lady, to address the state's mental health workforce crisis by January 2026.