Julia Shumway - Oregon Capital Chronicle
Julia Shumway is editor of Oregon Capital Chronicle and has reported on government and politics in Iowa and Nebraska, spent time at the Bend Bulletin and most recently was a legislative reporter for the Arizona Capitol Times in Phoenix. An award-winning journalist, Julia most recently reported on the tangled efforts to audit the presidential results in Arizona.
Only Oregon Republican lawmaker who supports abortion rights is now an Independent
Rep. Charlie Conrad said primary election results, Trump’s dominance drove him from the party.
Oregon Senate Democrats tap Portland’s Kathleen Taylor as new caucus leader
Portland Sen. Kathleen Taylor, who played a key role in negotiations to end the 2023 Republican walkout, will be the Democrats' next caucus leader.
National Republicans begin targeting CD5 candidate Bynum over police reform efforts
A national Republican group plans to launch an ad on Thursday targeting Democratic congressional nominee Janelle Bynum.
Oregonians have more common ground than disagreements, survey finds
Oregonians are split on issues of gun control, government effectiveness and race, while generally agreeing on campaign contribution limits, abortion access and the value of political compromise.
Oregon lawmakers begin work on transportation package focused on maintaining roads
Oregon lawmakers are planning the next likely multi-billion transportation package, focused on maintaining existing roads.
National Democratic group spotlights three Oregon legislative races
Salem City Councilor Virginia Stapleton's campaign is one of three receiving national Democratic attention as the party seeks a stronger House majority.
Latest Oregon economic forecast shows steady growth, uncertain future
Economists say there’s a 50% chance the state pays out another kicker in 2026.
Oregon Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer criticized infrastructure law, now lauds it
Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer said the $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan was “not a benefit” when she was running in 2022.
Democratic Oregon House incumbents win primaries, one race remains too close to call
A Eugene race with an influx of outside money could serve as a preview of legislative races once new campaign contribution limits take effect in 2027.
Republicans from eastern, southern Oregon choose different styles in Senate primaries
No Oregon Senate Democrats faced primaries, and control of the chamber isn’t expected to change.