Bynum Housing Bills Aim To Address Oregon’s Housing Shortage
Two housing bills led by U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum have passed the U.S. Senate, aiming to increase home construction and address workforce gaps in Oregon's housing market.
Senators Urge Education Department To Release Farmworker Student Funding
A group of senators, led by U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon and U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla of California, are urging the U.S. Department of Education to ensure timely delivery of federal funds for the High School Equivalency Program and College Assistance Migrant Program, which support over 8,000 students from agricultural farmworker families nationwide.
Medical Examiner Seeks Help Identifying Man Found At North Portland Wetlands
The Multnomah County Medical Examiner's Office is seeking public assistance in identifying an African American man, at least 50 years old, whose partial remains were found in the Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area in North Portland on September 8, 2025.
Rising Costs Continue To Challenge Portland Housing Development
Despite new city incentives, rising development costs and higher interest rates continue to pose major challenges for Portland builders, resulting in a slowdown in housing development.
Portland Housing Incentive Shows Early Progress Toward 5,000-Unit Goal
Portland's new financial incentive program is showing early signs of progress, with 1,720 housing units entering the development pipeline, accounting for roughly 34% of the program's target of 5,000 new housing units over three years.
Mayor Wilson Seeks To Keep Community Policing Committee After Federal Oversight Ends
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has proposed an ordinance to permanently establish the Portland Committee on Community Engaged Policing as an advisory body to the mayor and the Portland Police Bureau, ensuring that the committee will continue to provide a forum for community members to raise concerns and provide input on policing policies after federal oversight tied to a U.S. Department of Justice settlement agreement expires.
City Housing Incentive Could Save Developers Millions In Fees
Portland is temporarily waiving up to $32.7 million in development fees to encourage new housing construction across the city.
Multnomah County Urges Families To Update Immunizations
Multnomah County health officials are urging families to ensure their children’s immunizations are up-to-date before Oregon’s vaccine catch-up deadline on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026,...
Smith Denounces Violence Following Chaotic City Council Meeting
Portland City Councilor Loretta Smith is condemning violence and calling for stronger security protocols after a chaotic demonstration forced elected officials to evacuate council...
Bynum, Horsford Introduce RELIEF Act To Refund Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
In response to a recent Supreme Court ruling limiting presidential tariff authority, U.S. Reps. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., and Steven Horsford, D-Nev., have introduced legislation...
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Talks Intensify In Washington To End DHS Shutdown As Airport Delays...
Talks are intensifying in Washington to end the DHS shutdown as airport delays mount nationwide, with both parties seeking a swift resolution before Congress leaves for spring recess.
