Mar. 3, 2026
Lane County Commissioner Heather Buch Addresses Neighborhood Leaders
Discusses budget, public safety, mental health services, and recycling initiatives
Mar. 2, 2026
Bend Council Discusses Residential Wildfire Mitigation Building Code
New home-hardening requirements aim to improve wildfire resilience in the region.
Feb. 28, 2026
Portland Issues Fines for Detention Facilities Causing 'Public Nuisance'
New temporary rule allows city to enforce ordinance targeting facilities that release chemicals onto public property.
Feb. 27, 2026
Portland Investigation Finds No Wrongdoing in Zenith Energy Dealings
City council inquiry finds no evidence of improper conduct in land use approval process.
Feb. 26, 2026
Pendleton Mayor Highlights City's Progress and Challenges in State of the City Address
Mayor McKennon McDonald focuses on collaboration, communication, and balancing priorities in her keynote speech at the Pendleton Chamber of Commerce event.
Feb. 26, 2026
Former John Day City Councilor Resigns, Cites Concerns Over Council Appointments
Chris Labhart, a longtime public servant in Grant County, stepped down from the John Day City Council, urging the council to focus on the future.
Feb. 25, 2026
Benton County Officials Reverse Course on Coffin Butte Landfill Expansion
Staff initially backed the expansion, then changed their minds twice on the controversial project.
Feb. 25, 2026
Sisters City Council Sets Goals for 2026-27
Council reviews public input and assesses status of past goals in 4.5-hour workshop
Feb. 24, 2026
Work Begins on New Morrow County Courthouse
Groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for new Sixth Circuit Courthouse in Heppner
Feb. 24, 2026
Portland Council Postpones Decision on $21 Million in Unspent Housing Funds
Councilmembers delayed the vote due to an anti-ICE protest that disrupted the meeting.
Feb. 23, 2026
Protesters Disrupt Portland City Council Meeting
Security forcibly removed demonstrators who interrupted proceedings on housing funds
Feb. 23, 2026
Salem City Council Considers Restructuring Operations Fee
Proposed changes aim to make the fee fairer and generate more revenue for city services.
Feb. 22, 2026
Salem City Council Approves Downtown Building Improvement Grants
City aims to revitalize downtown with TIF funding and new home demolition program
Feb. 22, 2026
Portland Man Disrupts City Council Meeting with Fiery Rebuke of Left-Wing Leaders
Conservative activist accuses officials of 'demonizing' law enforcement and allowing crime to spiral out of control
Feb. 21, 2026
Oregon Officials Negotiate $600M Moda Center Renovation with Blazers Owner
Taxpayers could foot the bill while the team contributes nothing, raising concerns about a 'blank check' to a billionaire owner.
Feb. 21, 2026
Salem City Council to Consider $250K for Opioid Treatment Program
Funds would support a new pilot shelter and recovery program at Redwood Crossings
Feb. 21, 2026
Hermiston City Council to Discuss Mobile Vendor Ordinance
Public input sought on proposed regulations for food trucks and other portable businesses
Feb. 20, 2026
Grant County Shifts SRS Funds to Law Enforcement
County leaders say budget pressures require prioritizing law enforcement over street allocations
Feb. 18, 2026
Pendleton City Council to Consider Fire Bond Ballot Measure
Proposed 5-year levy would raise $1.62 million annually for fire department needs
Feb. 12, 2026
Hermiston to Host Town Hall on Potential City Charter Updates
Residents invited to provide feedback on proposed changes to elections, City Council, and charter maintenance.
