Government
Gov. Kotek proposes using $160 million from state’s ‘rainy day fund’ for one-time wildfire funding
Desperate for money to get through the next two wildfire seasons and with few proposals on the table…
Opinion
Opinion: We must save Job Corps
U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici writes: 'For those who have found their path to success through Job Corps and…
News
Portland mayor puts turnout for ‘No Kings’ protest at an estimated 50,000
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson on Sunday said attendance at the “No Kings” protest against Donald Trump at an…
News
Thousands take to downtown Portland to protest Trump administration
The recent activities of the Dnald Trump administration has drawn thousands of people to downtown Portland’s Waterfront Park…
Environment
Trump signs law repealing tailpipe emission standards affecting 18 states
President Donald Trump signed a Congressional Review Act resolution Thursday that revokes California’s authority to set tailpipe emissions…
Environment
Trump breaks historic Columbia River deal between U.S. government, tribes, Northwest states
In an order issued Thursday, Trump said he would withdraw the U.S. from a 2023 deal made with…
Business
Oregon lawmakers scale back proposal for unemployment strike payments amid blowback
A watered-down bill extending unemployment benefits to striking public and private employees will need to once again clear…
Bend
Bentz defends Republican tax and spending bill, despite costs and cuts impacting his district
Bentz voted to pass the bill despite past vows not to add to the national deficit, and representing…
Opinion
Opinion: Bottle bill isn’t cause of addiction crisis
A local columnist writes: Like many beloved Oregon institutions, the Bottle Bill has been impacted by Portland’s addiction…
Business
Oregon lawmakers weigh increased oversight of state’s embattled transportation department
At a committee hearing Tuesday, legislators aiming to create a politically viable transportation package were met with calls…