Portland Council members invite public input on the city budget through a survey, aiming to involve residents in fiscal decision-making amidst challenging budget constraints.

The Oregon House passed HB 3766 to address cyberflashing by allowing victims to seek civil penalties against senders of unsolicited lewd images, with potential fines up to $10,000.

Oregon's Reference Coordinating Council will hold a virtual meeting on April 28, 2025, at 11 a.m., open to the public. Contact Wendy Cornelisen for details.

Oregon's HB 3167, aimed at ensuring ticket sale transparency and fairness, has passed the Oregon House, targeting hidden fees and deceptive resale practices in entertainment.

Oregon lawmakers held a moment of silence for the late Senator Aaron Woods, reflecting on his positive character, pragmatic leadership, and contributions to veteran affairs and AI advancements.

Medford appoints Debbie Grady as Assistant City Manager, Warren Ng as Economic Development Director, and Michelle King as Planning Director, bringing fresh expertise to the city's leadership.

Jefferson seeks public input on using a $16,000 grant for historic Conser House's repairs, including HVAC, electrical work, and insulation, following preservation laws.

The Oregon State Treasury successfully completed a $1.5 billion bond sale to fund initiatives in housing, education, and infrastructure, despite market instability.

The Washington County Auditor's Office passed its first external quality control review by the Association of Local Government Auditors, meeting Government Auditing Standards.

Oregon's Privacy Unit reports over 250 privacy complaints against DOGE, with legal actions taken to protect personal data handling by various entities, including government agencies and businesses.

Thurston County reminds homeowners to pay the first half of 2025 property taxes by April 30 to avoid late fees, with various payment options available, including online and in-person.

The Hillsboro Police Department has welcomed four new officers with diverse backgrounds and interests, emphasizing community relations and humanizing law enforcement.

The Oregon DFR issued a cease-and-desist to La Popular and its owner, Brenda Barrera Orantes, for unlicensed money transmission and linked criminal activities.