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Multnomah County Commissioner Shannon Singleton has declared her candidacy for Multnomah County Chair, committing to deliver robust executive leadership and a progressive reform agenda aimed at tackling the region's critical issues in housing, public health, and safety.

The Portland Office of Violence Prevention has announced the availability of grants up to $15,000 for organizations in Oregon and Washington. These funds aim to bolster efforts in preventing youth violence during Spring Break, with a particular focus on gun violence, by supporting community-based programs that engage young people in safe, constructive activities.

U.S. District Court Judge Michael Simon has issued a temporary restraining order prohibiting federal agents from deploying chemical or projectile munitions against protesters at Portland's Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility, except in cases of immediate physical threat. This order responds to a lawsuit by protesters and journalists who claim they faced assault and tear-gassing by federal agents while exercising their constitutional rights.

Portland’s transition away from gas-powered leaf blowers is now underway, as a citywide policy went into effect January 1, 2026. The new administrative rules,...

U.S. Representative Janelle Bynum has successfully obtained more than $6 million in federal funding aimed at enhancing early learning, affordable housing, community infrastructure, and street safety throughout Oregon's Fifth Congressional District.

U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum (D-OR) has introduced her "K-30" agenda, a comprehensive legislative package comprising 16 bills aimed at tackling the critical issues of affordable housing, quality education, and access to stable, well-paying jobs. This initiative seeks to alleviate the economic challenges confronting young Americans.

A newly released report by the City of Portland's Independent Police Review highlights the need for substantial reforms in training, accountability, and tactical review processes following an independent examination of ten deadly force investigations involving Portland Police Bureau officers.

Multnomah County has initiated a $100,000 grant program aimed at bolstering nonpartisan voter education in East County, in preparation for the 2026 countywide ranked choice voting election.

The Oregon Department of Education, in partnership with the Oregon Lottery, has reintroduced the Oregon Teacher of the Year program to honor exceptional educators across the state. The initiative awards the state honoree with a $10,000 prize and a dedicated travel fund, underscoring the program's commitment to celebrating educational excellence.

U.S. District Judge John H. Chun has issued a ruling against key elements of President Donald Trump's executive order on elections, affirming that the regulation of elections is a power reserved for states and Congress. This decision safeguards the voting rights of citizens in Washington and Oregon, reinforcing the integrity of their vote-by-mail systems.