Mia Maldonado - Oregon Capital Chronicle
Mia Maldonado began working at the Oregon Capital Chronicle in 2025 to cover the Oregon Legislature and state agencies with a focus on social services. She began her journalism career with the Capital Chronicle's sister outlet in Idaho, the Idaho Capital Sun, where she received multiple awards for her coverage of the environment and Latino affairs. She has a bachelor's degree in Spanish and international political economy from the College of Idaho. Born and raised in the West, Mia enjoys hiking, skiing and rockhounding in her free time.
Oregonians must complete interviews to receive SNAP benefits starting June 1
Starting June 1, everyone applying for or renewing their federal food benefits will have to complete an interview with state human services staff. Since the pandemic, there has been flexibility for seniors and other specific groups.
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Oregon voters overwhelmingly rejecting hikes to gas tax and vehicle fees
More than 80% of Oregon voters were opposing Measure 120, according to initial 2026 primary election results.
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This lesser-known program could keep Oregonians on SNAP, but there aren’t enough slots
People participating in Oregon's Workfare Program aren’t paid but gain experience while meeting SNAP work requirements.
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Xicha Brewing says Oregon GOP candidate scheduled campaign event without permission
Rep. Ed Diehl, a Scio Republican vying for his party’s gubernatorial nomination in the primary, was advertising a separate Cinco de Mayo-themed campaign event at Xicha Brewing alongside Dan Farrington, a Republican running to represent Oregon’s 17th House District. The event has been moved to a nearby location.
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Oregon group tasked with creating new transportation solution meets for first time
Transportation experts are working on a new package ahead of the 2027 legislative session to address funding for the road maintenance backlog.
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How incarcerated Oregon youth are helping restore native plants and forests
In Tillamook and rural Oregon City, incarcerated youth play an essential role filling jobs to help restore ecosystems.
Small Oregon businesses are skeptical of Trump’s tariff reimbursements
Three McMinnville businesses on Friday, April 24, met with U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas, a Democrat representing Oregon’s 6th Congressional District, to discuss trade.
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Oregon governor signs housing bills addressing affordability, urban growth boundaries
Oregon’s new housing laws let cities expand urban growth boundaries under requirements and offer loans for developers willing to build housing units.
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Meet the two Republicans vying to flip Oregon’s 5th Congressional District
Communications professional Jonathan Lockwood and Deschutes County Commissioner Patti Adair are competing to challenge Democratic U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum.
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Measure 120 would give Oregonians a chance to weigh in on the gas tax
Oregonians in May will have a chance to reject or approve a 2025 law that raises the gas tax, payroll tax used for public transit and car registration and title fees.
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