Trump has endorsed John Braun in the competitive WA‑3 race, escalating national GOP attention against Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez. The endorsement pits national muscle against the incumbent’s fundraising edge.

A federal judge in Eugene temporarily exempted Oregon Right to Life from the state's reproductive coverage mandate; state officials say they will defend and likely appeal.

Governor Tina Kotek signed HB 4149 to codify McKinney‑Vento protections, ordering districts to streamline enrollment, services and transport for students experiencing homelessness.

Tigard is asking voters to approve a roughly $150M bond to replace aging police and public works buildings; city leaders say the current sites are cramped and seismically vulnerable.

Federal prosecutors have ordered Reddit to appear before a secret D.C. grand jury to identify an anti‑ICE commenter; civil‑liberties groups warn it could chill anonymous speech.

Riverdale and Canby have levies on the May 19 ballot to prevent teacher layoffs, lost school days and program cuts. Both districts say local taxes are needed to close budget gaps.

A City‑hosted forum and PCCEP‑led roundtables will gather public input on the Portland Police union contract on Saturday; the session will be recorded.

Multnomah County’s commissioners unanimously adopted an ordinance strengthening sanctuary protections, restricting federal access to certain county spaces and barring county resources from most immigration enforcement actions.

A Prosperity Council survey of more than 1,000 Oregonians found taxes, high costs and permitting delays are top barriers to business growth. Recommendations are due June 30.

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown asked regulators to reject a settlement that would phase in multi‑year gas rate increases, saying it favors investors over households.

State attorneys are reviewing video of two federal arrests inside the Marion County Courthouse after one detention appeared to rely on an administrative immigration action.

Oregon Heart Center and Salem Health privately settled a $15 million antitrust and defamation suit, canceling an April trial. The closed‑door deal leaves questions about consolidation and patient access in Salem.

Oregon warns postal changes could keep paper tax returns from receiving an April 15 postmark. The state is urging e-filing and offering date-stamping and drop-box options.