Nurses at Providence Oregon hospitals reached a tentative deal after a 26-day strike, improving working conditions and pay, but St. Vincent's hospitalists continue striking.

A software error caused North Bend residents to think public safety fees had doubled, but the Water Board clarified it was a display mistake, not an actual fee increase. Only 65 customers were impacted, and overall charges were correct.

An Oregon man was sentenced to 48 months in prison for running a multimillion-dollar payroll tax evasion scheme, and ordered to pay $44.9 million in restitution to the IRS.

PBOT warns of potential icy conditions and snow in Portland, advising caution for commuters and detailing their winter response efforts and safety recommendations.

The Oregon Office of Emergency Management advises Oregonians to prepare for earthquakes with practical steps and resources like the "Living on Shaky Ground" guide and "Be two weeks Ready Toolkit."

The report shows Portland's zoning changes increased middle housing production, improving affordability with duplexes, triplexes, and other units becoming common.

ODHS OREM announces grant recipients for Oregon's Resilience Hubs and Networks program, with $10 million allocated to 87 organizations for emergency preparedness and resilience.

Kirk Maag was appointed to the Oregon State Board of Agriculture by Governor Tina Kotek. He's an environmental law partner and has a strong connection to Oregon agriculture.

Clark County extends the application deadline for an educational seat on its Public Health Advisory Council to Feb. 28, 2025, offering educators a chance to contribute to health policies.

An Oregon cat tested positive for the H5N1 avian influenza, showing symptoms and leading to a collaborative diagnosis effort. The ODA advises pet owners on prevention measures to protect pets from H5N1 exposure.

The Oregon Office of Emergency Management emphasizes the importance of preparation for tsunamis, offering resources and advice on risk awareness, emergency planning, and community engagement.

Clark County Election Office will perform a manual audit of 600 random ballots from the Vancouver School District proposition on February 12 for accuracy verification. Public can observe; last-minute voting registrations are on February 11.

Portland Mayor Keith Wilson launches an initiative adding 50 shelter beds at Bybee Lakes Hope Center for those with substance use disorder, part of a broader homelessness strategy.