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.

Clackamas County saw a low voter turnout of 20.3% for the May 20, 2025 Special District Election, with 62,268 ballots counted. Official results are due June 11, with future elections set for November 2025 and May 2026.

Multnomah County experienced high voter turnout for the May 20 Special District Election, surpassing projections with 24.7% participation and 141,909 ballots counted by 6 p.m. Wednesday.

David Cohen's transition to long-term care, facilitated by Multnomah County's Transition and Diversion program, highlights the importance of community support and Medicaid for seniors facing health crises.

The USDA will buy $16 million worth of Oregon Pink Shrimp to support local economies and provide nutritious food; officials and industry representatives applaud the investment.