Alex Zielinski

Republican Christine Drazan is returning to a leadership role in Salem and she’s not the only change in the legislative power structure.

Swimmers at Mt. Scott Community Center pictured in a file photo. Kristyna Wentz-Graff / OPB

People in the area where city leaders had hoped to boost turnout and representation reported more confusion

The future mayor wants them to spend at least four days a week in the office. Right now, city staff work in the office half their week.

The Democrat served nearly six years after being found guilty of money laundering and wire fraud.

How will Keith Wilson, a unfailingly earnest political newcomer, navigate a newly overhauled city government to swiftly resolve the city’s largest crisis?

Here’s what to know about Wilson, as he prepares to oversee Portland’s new form of government.

Portland’s incoming government officials were sworn-in Thursday at a ceremonial event at downtown Portland’s Newmark Theatre.

Mayor Ted Wheeler discussed his two terms in Portland City Hall, what he got right and wrong and much more.

While Mayor-elect Keith Wilson doesn’t start work until January, his plans to address Portland’s homeless crisis with new overnight shelters are already underway.