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March 27, 2025

Comment on projects proposed for RFFA funding via a Metro survey.

News article Land Use & Transportation

Comment on proposed road maintenance activities

March 27, 2025

Review the draft 2025-26 Road Maintenance Program

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Man Arresting for Sexually Assaulting Multiple Women

March 25, 2025

In February 2025, detectives with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Unit began investigating a sexual assault case. Over the following weeks, detectives interviewed multiple women who said they had been raped or sexually assaulted.

Media release Sheriff's Office

Green trees stand clumped together on the left as a forest with blue and tan flames rising taller than the trees in the background. On the right side an outline of a green deer with antlers rears on its hind legs.

Help inform the Washington County Community Wildfire Protection Plan

March 25, 2025

Help inform the creation of the community wildfire protection plan by providing feedback on how wildfires affect you.

Blog post Emergency Management

Detectives Seek Additional Victims in Sex Trafficking Investigation

March 24, 2025

On March 2, 2025, deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) received a report of domestic violence in the Bethany community at an apartment near NW West Union Rd. and NW Bethany Blvd.

Media release Sheriff's Office

Woman Arrested for Attempted Murder

March 22, 2025

Early on Saturday morning, March 22, 2025, at around 7:40 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a disturbance involving a weapon on the 18400 block of NW Chemeketa Lane.

Media release Sheriff's Office

March 21, 2025

Don't miss out on the latest news, including the upcoming Washington County K9 Trials (May 17), recent successes of our K9 team, traffic safety efforts, and much more.

News article Sheriff's Office

Jar of coins set aside for a rainy day need

Auditor Releases Check-up on Financial Policies Audit

March 19, 2025

The Auditor's Office released a review on whether the County implemented new and updated financial policies.

Media release Auditor's Office

K9 Track Locates Fleeing Suspect

March 18, 2025

On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 1:02 a.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy patrolling in the community of Aloha near SW 185th Avenue and SW Johnson saw the driver of a 2011 silver Hyundai Elantra take off at a high rate of speed.

Media release Sheriff's Office

Washington County, Metro to celebrate the Just Compassion Shelter & Resource Center grand opening in Tigard

March 18, 2025

With this sizable expansion, the nonprofit’s shelter now has 60 beds serving adults experiencing homelessness, with an adjacent access center to connect residents and others to resources

Media release Housing Services

Investigators Seek the Identity of Armed Robber

March 17, 2025

On Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 8:51 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to an armed robbery called in from the Godfather’s Pizza located at 17691 SW Farmington Road in the community of Aloha.

Media release Sheriff's Office

Volunteers needed for advisory boards and commissions

March 14, 2025

The Board of County Commissioners seeks committed volunteers to advise them on critical community issues.

News article Board of County Commissioners (BCC)

Update: Morfin Jr. Indicted for Manslaughter

Updated March 14, 2025

On Friday, December 20, 2024, a Washington County grand jury heard the evidence in this case and indicted Jose Lucas Morfin Jr. on Manslaughter charges.

Media release Sheriff's Office

Washington County anticipates $20.5 million gap in next year’s budget

March 14, 2025

For a fifth year in a row, cuts in services will be needed to produce a balanced budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year. New sources of revenue are also being studied.

Media release Finance

An exterior wide view of the Altura property

Altura apartments grand opening brings much-needed affordable housing to Southwest Beaverton

March 12, 2025

75 family-friendly homes have been built to support one of the county’s fastest growing areas

Media release Housing Services

Public invited March 19 to provide input on Hazardous Materials Plan

March 12, 2025

The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a meeting on March 19 for the public to review and comment on the countywide Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Plan.

Media release Washington County

Spring Safety Guide

March 10, 2025

Spring has arrived! With all the exciting seasonal activities and changes, reviewing safety measures is essential. This spring, prioritize your home and family’s safety by following proactive guidelines.

Blog post Sheriff's Office

Washington County K9 Trials

March 5, 2025

Mark your calendar for the 2024 Washington County K9 Trials competition! Join us for a FREE FAMILY EVENT as law enforcement K9 teams compete for first place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Hillsboro Stadium.

Blog post Sheriff's Office

Reserve Deputy Program Accepting Applications

March 4, 2025

Want to serve your community but can’t make a full-time commitment? Consider joining the Sheriff’s Office Reserve Program! The deadline to apply is April 1, 2025.

Blog post Sheriff's Office

Five People Arrested After Armed Robbery

March 4, 2025

Just before midnight on February 25, 2025, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to an armed robbery in the parking lot of the Jenkins Estate on SW Grabhorn Road in Aloha.

Media release Sheriff's Office

Comment on proposed road maintenance activities

Man Arresting for Sexually Assaulting Multiple Women

Help inform the Washington County Community Wildfire Protection Plan

Detectives Seek Additional Victims in Sex Trafficking Investigation

Woman Arrested for Attempted Murder

Auditor Releases Check-up on Financial Policies Audit

K9 Track Locates Fleeing Suspect

Washington County, Metro to celebrate the Just Compassion Shelter & Resource Center grand opening in Tigard

Investigators Seek the Identity of Armed Robber

Volunteers needed for advisory boards and commissions

Update: Morfin Jr. Indicted for Manslaughter

Washington County anticipates $20.5 million gap in next year’s budget

Altura apartments grand opening brings much-needed affordable housing to Southwest Beaverton

Public invited March 19 to provide input on Hazardous Materials Plan

Spring Safety Guide

Washington County K9 Trials

Reserve Deputy Program Accepting Applications

Five People Arrested After Armed Robbery

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