On January 8, 2026, the Portland Police Bureau arrested five individuals during protests near the ICE building, raising concerns over public safety and law enforcement practices amid escalating tensions.
A tuberculosis case has been confirmed at a Portland middle school, with potential exposure affecting individuals over eight months. Health officials stress the low risk to the public but urge vigilance and treatment.
Dysentery cases in Portland have skyrocketed, with 40 reported cases in January alone. Health officials are linking this surge to the growing homeless population. What does this mean for the community?