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The City of Cornelius, in partnership with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, is excited to announce the Tenth Annual Cornelius Community Dinner on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

On October 9, Board Chair Kathryn Harrington will deliver the annual State of Our County address, reflecting on current challenges and priorities for the future.

Stay safe and worry-free this summer with our essential tips on water safety, travel safety, home alone safety for kids, and pet safety.

National Night Out (NNO) registration is open! The Sheriff's Office encourages Washington County communities to participate in the upcoming NNO celebration on Tuesday, August 5. Register by July 20.

The County has issued a statement regarding a lawsuit filed by the ACLU and Disability Rights Oregon alleging that people with mental illness are being denied equal access to emergency response services.

On Friday, December 20, 2024, a Washington County grand jury heard the evidence in this case and indicted Jose Lucas Morfin Jr. on Manslaughter charges.

Want to serve your community but can’t make a full-time commitment? Consider joining the Sheriff’s Office Reserve Program! Join us for a special Q&A session to learn more about this unique volunteer opportunity.

On April 4, 2024, Washington County Sheriff’s Office detectives conducted a child predator sting where investigators used multiple online platforms to pose as underage children.

Take a look into Amanda's journey from overcoming incredible challenges to helping others overcome theirs.

Washington County, OR – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) Lawfully Owed DNA Unit has completed a grant project to collect DNA samples for the FBI’s Combined DNA Index System (CODIS).

On Thursday, December 19, 2024, at around 2:00 p.m., a mail carrier from the United States Postal Service (USPS) reported observing two individuals stealing mail and packages along their delivery route.

County Auditor releases her review of the County's unique transportation improvement program.

As WIC celebrates turning 50 this year, Washington County Public Health (WCPH) WIC joins the occasion, shining a light on local efforts that bring healthy foods, nutrition education and health care referrals to lower income families across the region.

Mientras el Programa para WIC de Oregón celebra su 50º aniversario este año, la Salud Pública del Condado Washington (WCPH) se une a la ocasión, destacando los esfuerzos locales que aportan alimentos saludables, educación de nutrición y referencias.

Since October 2024, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating multiple reports of a man exposing himself to women.

Stay in the loop with the latest Washington County Sheriff's Office updates in December's newsletter!

This winter, prepare for unexpected weather at home and on the road. Stay visible at all times, especially in low visibility conditions, and heed these simple steps to help prevent vehicle theft.

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 09:51 a.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a welfare check at the Baseline Woods Apartments in unincorporated Washington County.

Attorney with extensive military experience will oversee legal office representing county government.

On Sunday, December 8, 2024, at about 6:30 p.m., the Washington County Sheriff’s Office assisted Oregon State Police in locating a reckless driver heading Eastbound on Highway 6 out of Tillamook County.