Governor Tina Kotek has established the Behavioral Health Talent Council, led by First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson, to tackle Oregon's shortage of mental health professionals.

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management urges residents to prepare for the upcoming wildfire season by planning evacuations, assembling go-kits, signing up for alerts, and reviewing insurance.

The Multnomah County Board held its second public hearing on the 2025-26 budget, addressing a major budget shortfall with large community turnout and testimonies.

Governor Tina Kotek visited Amity High to observe the Team Oregon Build program, where students learn construction skills and build transitional homes for those in need.

Derek Payne finished his role as North Bend City Planner and is moving to be Jefferson County's Community Development Director, leaving a legacy of progress in housing and downtown revitalization.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek orders flags at half-staff for Memorial Day 2025 in honor of fallen service members.

Officer Haunsperger honored with the Champion of Change award for her work in immigrant and refugee communities.

Washington County unveiled the new Hillsboro Recovery Center, a facility aiding people with substance use disorders, set to open on June 2 with various partner services.

Ryan Bansbach was appointed Deputy CFO at Washington County's Department of Housing Services, with prior experience from the U.S. Forest Service and multiple local committee roles.

The Oregon House passed SCR23, expressing solidarity with Ukraine and its people amid the conflict with Russia, while highlighting the importance of the state's Ukrainian-American community.

Oregon's AG Dan Rayfield won a court order stopping the Trump administration's plan to cut the Department of Education's workforce by 50%, protecting special education funding.

Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner opposes the House-passed budget reconciliation bill, citing potential cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and food assistance, and a risk of increasing the federal deficit.

Eugene City Council has approved a stormwater fee increase to fund parks and open space programs, relieving the General Fund and preserving services at risk due to budget shortfalls.