Government

Growth battle brews as North Plains searches for new mayor

North Plains is without a mayor — and possibly on the brink of another land use battle. The…

Opinion

WRITERS ON THE RANGE: Public land goes back on the chopping block

The radical notion of selling off public lands is back. And this time it seems that only the…

Crime & Justice

Teen sentenced to life in prison for killing classmate, injuring another at Hillsboro house party

A teenager who opened fire on two classmates — killing one and injuring the other — during a…

Education

‘These are big bills’: Oregon’s student loan watchdog logs record high complaints

Oregon’s student loan ombudsman talks recent changes to federal policy Oregonians are filing a record number of grievances…

Business

Oregon Health Authority offering equity grant for community-led organizations

The Oregon Health Authority is accepting grant applications from organizations focused on improving the health of Oregonians who…

Explore

Feeding neighbors, nurturing community: St. Bede’s transforms vacant lot into harvest haven in Forest Grove

At St. Bede’s Episcopal Church, what started as an initiative with faith the size of a mustard seed…

Climate

State lawmakers bailed on a constitutional climate amendment. Advocates will take it to voters

Environmentalists recently filed a petition to get Oregon voters to guarantee a healthy climate in the state constitution…

Features

Timeless sounds, modern spirit: Seffarine to perform at Hillsboro’s Walters Cultural Arts Center

Where centuries-old rhythms meet the present, Seffarine crafts a sound that crosses borders and eras. The internationally assembled…

Government

Beaverton named global finalist in Bloomberg Mayors Challenge for innovative housing plan

Beaverton named global finalist in Bloomberg Mayors Challenge for innovative housing plan.

Crime & Justice

Man arrested for attempted carjacking in Aloha

A Portland man is in custody after allegedly attempting to carjack a woman at knifepoint in Aloha, according…