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In July, the Westside Interagency Narcotics Team (WIN) received a tip about a large amount of fentanyl being smuggled into the Portland Metro area by an individual out of Oakland, California. The Alameda County Narcotics Task Force (ACNTF), determined the

This week we're focusing on how to prepare for smaller natural disasters like heat waves and wildfires. These occur more often in our area. By preparing for these, you can become more prepared for Cascadia as well.

Washington County’s Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP) is partnering with Oregon Kinship Navigator to host a resource fair on September 26 at the Hillsboro Brookwood Library.

On Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 9:55 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Beaverton Police officers responded to a stabbing in the 300 block of SW 121st Place in the Cedar Hills neighborhood.

The Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed September 15 to October 15, 2023, as Hispanic Heritage Month.

La Junta de Comisionados del Condado ha proclamado del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre de 2023, como el Mes de la Herencia Hispana.

It’s Coffee With A Cop season! Come out and engage with your community while getting to know the deputies patrolling your neighborhood. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Washington County Board of Commissioners has appointed Brad Anderson to lead the Office of County Counsel.

Read our WCSO End of Summer Updates to learn about our Strategic Plan Community Survey, recent scam alerts, back-to-school safety tips, and more.

Washington County Public Health has successfully completed a rigorous review process to maintain national accreditation status through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) for another five years.

This week we're focusing on building an emergency kit with everyone in mind! Read about additional items to add to your kit based on your and your families individual needs.

Long-time Washington County engineer Russ Knoebel has been named Division Manager of the Capital Projects Services Division of the Department of Land Use & Transportation.

As we continue to strategically plan for the future of WCSO operations, we want to hear from you, our community members! Your input is crucial, and that's why we're inviting you to complete our Community Survey.

Washington County Commissioner Nafisa Fai has been appointed as Vice Chair of the National Association of Counties Transportation Policy Steering Committee.

Washington County Department of Land Use & Transportation is hosting a multi-agency job fair. Learn about open positions and apply on site.

El Departamento de Uso de Tierra y Transporte del condado de Washington organiza una feria de empleo de varias agencias. Obtenga información sobre puestos disponibles y postúlese allí mismo.

Takach will begin her new executive leadership role with the County on October 16, following a nationwide competitive search.

The Sheriff's Office Civil, Alarm Permits, and Concealed Handgun License Units are back open effective Thursday, July 27. 

Civil, CHL, and Alarm Permits will temporarily close from 11:00am to 12:00pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

Washington County's Economic Development Program is now accepting applications from qualified nonprofit organizations for the second round of capacity building grants.