Portland is using satellites and robotics to detect water leaks in its pipe system, aiming to save water and reduce carbon emissions linked to water waste.

Portland's Housing Bureau plans a new affordable housing project named Jamii Court, offering 96 units with varying bedroom counts and income-level accommodations, featuring amenities and green spaces, with public input invited until April 2025.

Friends of IFCC awards grants to 23 Portland-based artists, promising a vibrant future for the local art scene at the Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center.

Multnomah County Board approves preliminary plans for a modern animal services facility to replace the outdated shelter, built in 1968, and authorizes further planning efforts.

Sixteen Medford students travel to Alba, Italy, continuing a cultural exchange program aimed at fostering global friendships, which includes visits to local schools and historical sites.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek launched an online inventory of state-owned lands to expedite housing development and address housing affordability. The tool is part of efforts to speed up the creation of affordable housing in the state.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is reshaping state agency leadership, appointing new heads to the DAS, DOR, and OED to improve services and accountability.

Gresham renamed Hogan Butte Nature Park to Shane T. Bemis Nature Park to honor the former mayor's impactful service and contributions to the community.

Governor Tina Kotek of Oregon reports progress against homelessness, with rural areas surpassing set benchmarks for shelter beds and rehousing efforts.

Clackamas County, Oregon, is seeking candidates to fill a County Commissioner vacancy. Applications are open until April 9, with certain qualifications required. The appointed commissioner will serve until 2026.

Multnomah County Commissioners discuss a draft ordinance for new lobbying rules, focusing on transparency, reporting thresholds, and post-service employment restrictions.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency due to severe flooding and landslides in southern Oregon, emphasizing the need for swift recovery efforts.

Multnomah County's I/DD Division supports people with disabilities by providing services and emergency preparedness, including distributing over 3,600 emergency kits.