'Vulnerable people' in jeopardy due to Multnomah County budget cuts, public defender says

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — During a packed public hearing on Wednesday night, critics brought their concerns about a proposed Multnomah County budget that is grappling with a $77 million shortfall.

This comes after County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson's proposed $4 billion budget that put a number of programs either on the chopping block or facing major reductions.

‘Mix of emotions’ for new recovery treatment center

Last week, Multnomah County District Attorney...