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Peña, manager of the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice’s (DCJ) Crime Victims Services Unit, received national recognition for her tireless commitment to helping victims.

This year, the County will focus on helping people stay cool at home and in physically distant shady spaces to slow the spread of COVID-19.

The unit handles complaints that arise when a County employee reports they have been discriminated against in the County workplace because of their protected class status.

National Weather Service forecast for Jan. 30 does not meet City of Portland/Multnomah County thresholds for opening shelters

Andrea Bunch and her son, Michael, were among the first three families to move from shelter and into apartments this month through Multnomah County and Portland’s Home for the Holidays campaign.

Territory, using its expertise in innovative, human-centered design and visual facilitation, will be instrumental in aligning and pushing forward the conversations.

The annual proclamation is part of local and national efforts to promote victims’ rights and service

Three hearings scheduled for May 2, 9, 16 to get input from the public on community priorities

Multnomah County has put out a call for interested builders to propose a contract for the estimated $12 million to $15 million construction project, set to open as soon as summer 2021.

Multnomah County proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, highlighted the need to break the silence surrounding domestic violence and center the voices of those with lived experience.

Chair Jessica Vega Pederson is declaring a state of emergency starting Sept. 5; County has begun community outreach to vulnerable populations.

The team is the result of a partnership between the Joint Office of Homeless Services and the Department of County Human Services and is funded by the Metro Supportive Housing Services Measure.

Lead from paint is the leading cause of lead poisoning in children; Take care and consider whether your little ones should get tested

Severe heat is on the horizon, so it is important to know your protections from electricity disconnections during severe heat.

Chair Vega Pederson declares a state of emergency; three libraries will also extend hours of operation on Friday.

Behavioral Health Division leader Anthony Jordan joined a Jan. 29 panel discussion to give updates on the County's deflection program, drawing from his professional expertise and personal experience.

Shelter will provide 53 shelter units for families with children, along with wraparound services