Governor Tina Kotek activated the Emergency Conflagration Act due to the Rowena Fire in Wasco County, enabling state fire marshal resources to help local crews handle the 3,500-acre blaze.

The Multnomah County Board approved a $4 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, covering health services, homelessness aid, and public safety, addressing a significant spending gap.

Oregon's SPIRE grant program funded new water rescue gear for Grants Pass Fire Rescue and Douglas County Fire District, improving emergency responses.

West Coast governors criticize the dismissal of the CDC's vaccine advisory committee by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., stressing the importance of science-based policies for public health.

WDFW seeks new members for its Wildlife Diversity Advisory Council, with up to 20 seats available, seeking diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Applications are due by July 15, 2025.

Gov. Kotek appointed Colleen F. Gilmartin to Clackamas County Circuit Court, filling the vacancy from Judge Steele's retirement. Gilmartin has a background in juvenile justice and community courts.

Oregon Heritage awarded 35 grants totaling $10.6m for Main Street projects to revitalize local economies and stimulate development in downtown districts.

The Federal Circuit expedited Oregon's lawsuit against tariffs from the Trump era; AG Rayfield highlighted the national importance and economic impact.

Multnomah County residents expressed concerns at a budget hearing over proposed cuts to various services for FY 2026, facing a significant funding gap.

A regional fire response successfully contained a 35.3-acre brushfire near Phoenix, with no reported damages or injuries, attributed to mowing under dry conditions.

Dr. Sue Rieke Smith was sworn in to represent Oregon's House District 26 in the House of Representatives, bringing her background in education and health care to the role.

A multi-state lawsuit, led by Oregon's Attorney General, aims to protect the sale of 23andMe's DNA data during its bankruptcy, ensuring individuals maintain control over their genetic information.

Oregon Democrats propose a transportation funding bill with a gas tax increase, new fees on electric vehicles, and hikes in other vehicle-related charges, aiming to generate $1.9 billion for state infrastructure projects.