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As residents press, Hillsboro looking into sidewalk maintenance changes

“We are not here to talk policy or changes to policy, we’re here to discuss what the existing options are for property owners to address sidewalk hazards,” said T… Read moreAs residents press, Hillsboro looking into sidewalk maintenance changes

Hillsboro School District sees grad rate increases after pandemic slump

Graduation rates for the Hillsboro School District increased last year after a pandemic slump that impacted districts across the state, new Oregon Department of E… Read moreHillsboro School District sees grad rate increases after pandemic slump

Woman awarded $1 million after racial discrimination at Tanasbourne gas station

Her filing states that before leaving the gas station, Rose Wakefield confronted the attendant, who responded, “I don’t serve Blacks,” and laughed at her. Read moreWoman awarded $1 million after racial discrimination at Tanasbourne gas station

Tunneling under Tualatin River to begin for water supply pipeline

A 2,000-foot tunnel under the Tualatin River will lay the groundwork — literally — for a future water supply for local cities. Read moreTunneling under Tualatin River to begin for water supply pipeline

Cities pitch their plan for state homeless spending

They seek per-capita amounts, but Gov. Kotek says only, 'You will see resources that will help you' without a specific endorsement. Read moreCities pitch their plan for state homeless spending

Washington County Family Justice Center centers survivors in criminal justice system

Under one roof in Beaverton, the Washington County Family Justice Center helps navigate the criminal justice system’s response to domestic violence. Read moreWashington County Family Justice Center centers survivors in criminal justice system

Washington County courts trying new specialty court program to address public defender backlog

More than 100 criminal defendants in Washington County do not have court-appointed attorneys assigned to their case — further evidence of the impact of a mounting… Read moreWashington County courts trying new specialty court program to address public defender backlog

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Kotek praises prototype affordable mass timber modular homes

An innovative, environmentally-friendly affordable housing pilot project was celebrated inside a sprawling warehouse at the Port of Portland’s Terminal 2 on Friday, Jan. 27. Read moreKotek praises prototype affordable mass timber modular homes

Hopewell: Portland-area’s only dedicated hospice house reopens its doors

More than $5 million was raised by the Friends of Hopewell House, after the facility closed in 2019. Read moreHopewell: Portland-area’s only dedicated hospice house reopens its doors

Oregon celebrates second-highest graduation rate

Portland Public Schools beats state, county in on-time graduation rates Read moreOregon celebrates second-highest graduation rate

GOP tactics in 2023 Oregon Legislature could range from combat to cooperation

Republican leaders in Salem will use stalling tactics to make sure their voices are heard. Read moreGOP tactics in 2023 Oregon Legislature could range from combat to cooperation

Former Beaverton Mayor Denny Doyle sentenced to 6 months' prison for child porn

Former Beaverton mayor and city councilor Dennis "Denny" Doyle was sentenced to six months prison Tuesday morning, Jan. 24, in federal court on his guilty plea for pos… Read moreFormer Beaverton Mayor Denny Doyle sentenced to 6 months' prison for child porn

Hillsboro Police Log: Couple flees crash with small child, large bag of marijuana

Monday, Jan. 9 Read moreHillsboro Police Log: Couple flees crash with small child, large bag of marijuana

Intel won't build $700 million 'mega lab' in Hillsboro after all

Intel is scrapping plans to develop a $700 million "mega lab" at its Jones Farm campus in Hillsboro, part of ongoing downsizing at the international chipmaking company.

Ex Novo Brewing abandons Hillsboro taphouse plans

Ex Novo Brewing, the Portland-based craft beer maker that was supposed to open its first location in Hillsboro this year, has pulled out of a major development in downtown Hillsboro.

With job cuts imminent, anxiety rises among Intel employees

The chipmaker, with 22,000 employees in Hillsboro alone, is expected to lay off thousands in the wake of poor revenues.

Hillsboro sidewalks north of downtown need repairs, but it's on residents to fix them

Robin Mann wanted the city government to do something about hazardous sidewalk conditions in her neighborhood. It just might — but residents will pay the price.