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The Story Behind the Abrupt Departure of One of Oregon’s Highest-Paid Public Employees
Longtime Salem insider Chip Terhune scored a great gig. Last month, without warning, he was gone.
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The Oregon Education Association is mighty—but slipping
A loss in court and poor educational outcomes have weakened the Oregon Education Association's standing. It has responded with strikes and primary challenges to Democratic incumbents.
Number of people ending their lives under Death With Dignity Act declines
State data shows deaths under Oregon's assisted suicide law declined in 2024, even as prescriptions increased.
Oregon failed to set aside sufficient money to cover legal liabilities as risks increased
Despite years of warnings, Oregon lawmakers have left a state fund to pay insurance claims teetering toward bankruptcy.
Judge blocks Kotek order requiring union labor for state construction
In December, the governor ordered state agencies to use union labor for construction contracts. Contractor groups objected.
Open primary bill would enfranchise Oregon’s largest group of voters
Oregonians unaffiliated with any political party are currently shut out of state-funded primary elections.
Kotek urges DEQ to relax electric truck rules for largest vehicles
A state requirement that dealers sell electric 18-wheelers is upsetting the market for diesel-powered trucks, the governor acknowledged.
Oregon’s largest union wants to assist caregivers—and grow its own ranks
Senate Bill 1138 would create a board to oversee working conditions in the direct care industry and give that board extraordinary authority.
Oregon’s highway costs are disproportionately paid by truckers
Oregon's highway costs are supposed to be allocated equitably between truckers and cars. It’s not happening.
Contractors sue Kotek over December executive order
The governor wants all large state infrastructure projects to use union labor.