News Briefs

Below are fast-breaking news items.

about-caregivers

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 15 December 2025

This new resource offers compassionate, lived-experience guidance to those who may be noticing mental health concerns in loved ones.

Oregon Department of Forestry

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 11 December 2025

Public comment can be made by joining the Teams meeting.

about-Oregon-Health-Authority

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 10 December 2025

OHA is seeking new members in the category of an academic researcher specializing in drug use or drug policy

about-portland-parks-and-recreation

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 04 December 2025

Prior yard tree giveaway event. (Photo/Portland Parks & Recreation)

Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry will do the rest!

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 04 December 2025

"By addressing the technical and clerical errors previously found in the OMV program, we’re building a stronger, more secure, and more vigilant system."

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 24 November 2025

(Photo/Zack Spear)

Selected from a competitive pool of 240 applications, MusicOregon will fund 27 remarkable projects, totaling $118,000, to help the artists push creative boundaries, advance their careers, and strengthen Portland's music community.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 24 November 2025

Rukaiyah Adams, CEO of 1803 Fund

The latest investments include the purchase and future redevelopment of two significant districts in Albina designed to transform lives with access to ownership, education and opportunity

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 13 November 2025

On Friday, Nov. 14, 7:30 – 8 a.m. Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong will join Forest Park Elementary students, staff and families as they walk to school in honor of Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day