Portland officials have confirmed that more than 100 shelter beds will be affected by upcoming closures linked to the shutdown of nonprofit provider Sunstone Way. The changes are expected by the end of June 2026 and involve multiple facilities that have been part of the city’s emergency housing network.

The USNS Mercy, a key asset of the U.S. Navy, has docked in Portland, Oregon, for an extensive $90 million overhaul at the Vigor Industrial shipyard on Swan Island. The overhaul, set to last several months, will upgrade critical systems and facilities aboard the 900-foot hospital ship, enhancing its

Salem, Oregon, has been officially recognized as the Tree City of the Year for 2026, receiving this honor from the Oregon Department of Forestry for its exceptional urban forestry initiatives. This designation highlights the city’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and the enhancement of urban green spaces.

Oregon has taken a significant step in regulating AI chatbots with the passing of Senate Bill 1546 in March 2026. This new legislation specifically targets interactive AI systems, including the emerging class of AI companions that remember past conversations, engage users with personalized interactions, and ask personal questions. While

The Oregon legislature’s 2026 short session wrapped up with mixed results, as several bills proposed to address key community concerns in Portland made it through the legislative process, while many others stalled in committee or failed to gain traction. With a focus on public health, education, immigration, and community

Wildlife funding has become a central issue in Oregon as lawmakers approved a lodging tax increase designed to support conservation programs and natural resource management across the state. The legislation raises Oregon’s statewide transient lodging tax and directs new revenue toward wildlife related programs administered by the Oregon Department

Portland’s Big Pipe, a crucial piece of the city’s stormwater management infrastructure, faced one of its toughest tests this week as the region was hit by an intense storm. The Big Pipe, a 22-foot-wide tunnel completed in 2011, was designed to manage combined sewer overflows and prevent untreated stormwater

Oregon’s 2026 cost of living report highlights the continued financial strain from rising housing costs across the state. While rents in Portland have slightly decreased compared to previous years, affordability remains a key issue, especially when factoring in rising utility costs, taxes, and transportation expenses. Despite minor decreases in

Portland’s shelter policy has undergone a significant shift, prioritizing emergency shelter expansion in response to the city’s growing homelessness crisis. While the goal is to provide immediate relief, service providers have raised concerns about the long-term effectiveness of the policy, highlighting a gap between short-term solutions and permanent housing