They’re hoping state lawmakers will be moved to act by a Friday deadline, but opponents say existing law is adequate.

Lawmakers are currently debating a bill that would empower property owners to evict squatters with just a 24-hour notice.

Lawmakers can ease the severe housing shortage by giving cities the power to turn underutilized commercial zones into dense ...

Multnomah County’s update comes as Vega Pederson builds her recommended budget for the county, which will land April 24.

Promoting meaningful freedom to people suffering from mental illness or substance abuse requires going beyond simple ...

The cold, blustery conditions certainly made it feel like football season and coach Trent Bray had the team scrimmage for ...

The amended bill would prohibit municipalities with populations under 300,000 from approving a homeless shelter if it’s located within 3,000 feet of a school, library, park or day care.

A competing bill by state Sen. Jeff Holy, a Cheney Republican, would also create a $100 million law-enforcement-focused state ...

Washington’s ranking comes from low placement in numerous categories, including 48th for return on taxes paid to the federal ...

State Sen. Lisa Reynolds is leading the charge on a multi-bill “Momnibus” package that seeks to support perinatal health.

Washington County officials said they are weighing heavy cuts, similar to Multnomah County and the city of Portland.

On Friday, Washington County revealed it is facing a $20.5 million deficit for the upcoming fiscal year starting on July 1. Officials have until late April to develop and share their 2025-26 financial ...