Hillsboro News-Times

For the first time in the ballot-counting process, Nafisa Fai is ahead in the race for chair of the Washington County Board of Commissioners. Read more at the link in our bio.

It’s just about the most wonderful time of the year! Read more at the link in our bio.

Tech giant Nvidia is investigating its CEO, Washington County-raised Jensen Huang, who admitted to having an affair with a potential foreign spy. Read more at the link in our bio.

City officials are mulling two project proposals: improvements to the outdoor pool at Shute Park Aquatic & Recreation Center and a new aquatic facility at Hidden Creek Community Center. Read more at the link in our bio.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office has closed its investigation into the deaths of a Cornelius family more than 18 months after they were found dead inside their home. Read more at the link in our bio.

With its $430 million bond measure headed for passage, the Hillsboro School District is preparing for five years of construction and improvements across its schools. Read more at the link in our bio.

Hillsboro's "Seeds of Change" slate of candidates are ahead for three open seats on the city council. As of midnight Wednesday, Diana Jackson, Karim Delgado and Dorian Russell were leading in their respective races. Read more at the link in our bio.

As of midnight Wednesday, Nov. 4, Kipperlyn Sinclair led the District 4 race with 50.1% of the vote, narrowly followed by former Hillsboro Mayor Steve Callaway with 49%. Read more at the link in our bio.

It's Election Day! Still undecided? Check out our election guide at the link in our bio for candidate Q&As, measure explanations and more 👇

Willow & Ash is among several Forest Grove businesses that have expanded into or relocated to downtown Hillsboro in recent years. Read more at the link in our bio.

🍿Craving something salty and sweet? Joe Brown's Carmel Corn is headed to Washington County after the Lloyd Center's closure this summer. Read more at the link in our bio.

A 60-pod village to house 70 homeless residents will soon open on Southwest 209th Avenue in Aloha. Read more at the link in our bio.

The winning ticket earned one lucky Hillsboro resident a multimillion-dollar jackpot, while the store that sold it will receive a $42,000 bonus. 💰Read more at the link in our bio.

In a release, the company said the facility offers opportunities to “expand capacity,” although it remains unclear what that expansion would look like. Read more at the link in our bio.

A bobcat was spotted in the Bethany area inside a resident's fenced backyard. 😺Read more at the link in our bio.

It won’t be just doorsteps where trick-or-treaters can collect candy this Halloween: Businesses across Hillsboro are opening their doors for a day of sweet treats and costumed fun. 🍬Read more at the link in our bio.

Pumpkins are ripening, corn mazes are growing tall and Washington County farms are ready to welcome fall visitors. 🎃See what's open near you at the link in our bio.

The Hillsboro School District looking to update a cramped kitchen, aging boilers, deteriorating roofs and a cracked running track, among other improvements proposed under its $430 million bond. Read more at the link in our bio.

School districts across western Washington County are reassuring families about campus safety and law enforcement is stepping up its presence at schools following Thursday’s deadly shooting at an elementary school in Bend. Read more at the link in our bio.

The same day a federal immigration agent was allowed into a restricted area of the Forest Grove police station, agents also visited the Hillsboro Police Department seeking assistance. Read more at the link in our bio.