Ballots Mailed To Multnomah County Voters Ahead Of May 19 Primary Election
Multnomah County voters are receiving ballots for the May 19, 2026 Primary Election, and election officials are urging residents to plan ahead to ensure their votes are counted by May 19th.
Multnomah County Extends Preschool For All Application Deadline To May 14
Multnomah County has extended the application deadline for its Preschool for All program to May 14, providing families additional time to apply for free preschool for the 2026-27 school year, which will offer more than 7,000 seats.
Multnomah County To Host Free Disability Resource Fair May 21
Multnomah County will host a free Information and Resource Fair for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and caregivers on May 21, providing access to local services and support providers.
Bynum Votes Against House Resolution On Tax Cuts
U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum voted against a House resolution supporting federal tax policies promoted as relief for working families, arguing the measure primarily benefits wealthy Americans.
Vega Pederson Prioritizes Core Services In $3.9 Billion Budget Proposal
Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson has proposed a $3.9 billion balanced budget that reduces spending, eliminates positions and scales back some services while attempting to preserve housing, public safety and health programs for residents most in need.
Portland City Council Approves Major Housing Package Focused On Eviction Prevention And Social Housing
The Portland City Council has approved the "Keep Portland Housed" package, which invests millions of dollars in emergency rent assistance, eviction defense, and the creation of permanently affordable, publicly owned housing.
Portland Awards $1.57 Million In Additional Funding To 79 Arts Organizations
The Portland City Council has approved a one-time allocation of $1.57 million to support 79 arts organizations in the city, providing near-term financial stability for those that have experienced significant financial losses in recent years.
Suspect Arrested In North Portland Road Rage Shooting
The Portland Police Bureau arrested 29-year-old Joey A. Radford in connection with a road rage shooting that occurred in North Portland earlier this year, and recovered two firearms during the arrest.
Report: Preschool For All Stable, But Equity And Cost Pressures Remain
Multnomah County's Preschool for All program is expected to remain financially sustainable as it expands to universal access, but a new advisory report warns that rising costs, shifting demographics and economic uncertainty could shape how equitably the program serves families in the future.
Portland Street Response Aftercare Program Deepens Impact With Focus On Long-term Stabilization
The Portland Street Response Aftercare program is expanding its reach to connect high-need individuals to housing, health care and recovery services, focusing on long-term stabilization rather than short-term crisis response.
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