Homelessness jumped 35% in Oregon. Here’s why it’s unclear how the state ranks nationally

Multnomah County has 13 homeless people per 1,000 residents, trailing only Clatsop and Crook counties in the 2025 statewide ...

Oregon homelessness rose 34% in two years, according to PIT count data: 'More work remains'

A PSU report compiling 2025 Point-in-Time count data in Oregon noted over 27,000 people experiencing homelessness, both ...

Portland's homeless residents reflect on safety, seek solutions amid new shelter options in 2026

As Portland enters the new year, the city's homeless population grapples with ongoing challenges despite additional shelter beds, while bracing for colder weather.

Poll finds Portlanders highly concerned about affordability but see gains on homelessness and safety

The Portland Metro Chamber's annual survey of registered voters showed affordability concerns have skyrocketed, even as ...
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Multnomah County homeless report recommends cuts to shelter capacity. Here’s why

A new report from Multnomah County's Homeless Services Department is recommending funding changes that could help more people ...
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Portland's Street Services Coordination Center Tackles Homelessness with Compassionate Action

Portland's SSCC aids the homeless with shelter and resources while addressing health and safety by removing hazardous camps.

Advocates call for specialized support as Oregon sees a rise in unsheltered homelessness

PSU released 2025 statewide homelessness report, noting increases in shelter capacity while the number of people facing ...

Portland's eastside suburbs are less affordable than you might think

From Portland’s Centennial neighborhood to Gresham and Happy Valley, there are people who can't afford to live in those areas ...

Portland to evict residents at homeless shelters who are ‘unwilling to engage’ with services

Mayor Wilson announced his plan on Tuesday to evict residents at alternative homeless shelters who have not engaged with ...
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‘Evening of mourning’: Homeless Day of Remembrance events held around Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Homeless Day of Remembrance events were held in Portland and other communities across the metro region to mourn the lives of people who struggled with homelessness. The St.
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Portland officials say homeless camp along SE Foster Rd to be cleaned up in coming days

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The City of Portland is preparing to remove a homeless camp that has built up outside the former Assembly Brewing location on Southeast Foster Road. On Thursday, clean-up crews ...