Climate change has not only limited Oregon’s cherry growing season but delayed California’s, leading the market to be flooded and prices to drop.
By Alex Baumhardt - Oregon Capital Chronicle
Gov. Kotek signs into law measures to increase funding for schools
Bills recently signed by Gov. Tina Kotek included $140 million to improve literacy and more than $10 billion for general school funding.
West Coast gray whale population still declining, but signs of recovery begin to show
The North Pacific gray whale population is down 46% in the last seven years, but healthier mothers and more calves could be signs of a rebound.
No compliance issues with farmworker overtime law yet, but reporting could be delayed
Oregon authorities haven’t received wage complaints about overtime pay from farmworkers this summer, but advocates say many delay reporting for fear of retaliation
Key vote on expanding gas pipeline in Oregon delayed after public, political pressure
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission delayed a vote on the GTN Express pipeline following letters from environmentalists and Oregon senators.
Nearly 12,000 Oregonians will have more than half a billion in college debt wiped out
Oregon borrowers who had been making payments for 20 or more years and should have had balances forgiven will finally see an end to their bills.
Schools, community groups struggle to meet demand for summer learning without state funds
Districts have scaled back summer learning programs, offering fewer classes and field trips, and some community groups have cut programs entirely.
Oregon joins West Coast states seeking millions to create zero-emission truck fueling network
Oregon, Washington and California are planning to build a network of electric truck chargers and hydrogen fueling stations on the West Coast.
Oregon gas company criticized for using ratepayer money to fight state climate program
Avista, Oregon’s second largest natural gas provider, spent ratepayer funds fighting state climate change regulations while simultaneously attempting to raise rates for customers.
Legislators pass education bills on reading, finance, school days and more
Oregon lawmakers invested in a record $10.2 billion K-12 state school fund for the 2023-25 budget cycle.
