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Washington County Auditor reports County efforts to make advisory boards and commissions more representative of the racial/ethnic diversity of the County have "barely moved the needle."

Washington County Board of Commissioners adopt ordinance to change boundaries of commissioner districts following a 10-month reapportionment process.

In their first meeting since the shooting in Colorado Springs on November 19, the Washington County Board of Commissioners spoke out in solidarity with and support of the LGBTQIA+ community here, in Colorado and everywhere.

Travelers should be prepared for plowing to take longer during winter storms.

On Sunday, November 13, 2022, A 79-year-old woman called 911 when her son, 44-year-old Benjamin Hershel Ritchie, assaulted her and her caretaker. When deputies arrived, they found the caretaker, 57-year-old Clare Krill, unresponsive on the floor.

Meet the Denney Road Project design team in person at an open house from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 8.

On November 30, at 11:00 a.m., Jiffy Lube, in partnership with the Beaverton Police Department and the Clackamas, Clark, Multnomah, and Washington County Sheriff’s Offices will hold a joint press conference about catalytic converter theft prevention.

A public hearing of Ordinance 893 for reapportionment of Washington County commissioner districts will be held on November 29th for Board to consider adoption.

Effective Immediately: all Washington County fire agencies have re-enacted an outdoor burn ban during the current weather pattern.

I am aware that there are questions surrounding Measure 114, many of which remain unanswered; however, I would like to share what I know.

Washington County collaborates as financing partner with non-profits, government agencies, and companies, including locally owned minority businesses, to build the Altura project.

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022, just after 8:00 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call on the 23000 block of SW Scholls Ferry Road in unincorporated Washington County.

Washington County Department of Land Use and Transportation has named Erin Wardell manager of the Planning and Development Services Division.

The City of Cornelius, in partnership with Centro Cultural de Washington County and the Washington County Sheriff's Office, is excited to announce the return of the Cornelius Community Dinner. A free turkey holiday meal will be provided.

During Transgender Awareness Week, transgender people and allies help to lift up the unique needs of the transgender community.

Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a burglary call at a coffee shop near NW Cornell Road and NW Saltzman Road. When deputies arrived, they learned someone had forced their way into the building and taken clothing and a safe.

Washington County works closely with the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office to uphold a high standard when conducting each election. What does this look like as we count all eligible ballots?

Our latest WCSO Updates are ready for you! Check out November's newsletter for information on the 1974 Double Homicide Cold Case Solved, tips to prevent package thefts this Holiday Season, upcoming community events for your calendar, and more!

A Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy was at Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center’s Emergency Department with an adult male who attempted to take the deputy’s firearm.

Washington County is posting unofficial election results after 8 p.m. for the 2022 General Election.