Robin Linares - Oregon Capital Chronicle
Forecasters predict, prepare for increased drought and wildfire risk after NOAA climate outlook
After a mild winter and dry spring outlook, here is how Oregon is preparing for the potential of its warmest year on record.
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Oregonians take to streets to protest Trump as part of third No Kings day of rallies
A crowd of thousands in Salem listened to speeches from U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley and Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, during the third No Kings protest.
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New urban growth boundary expansion criteria helps Woodburn, statewide affordable housing efforts
A 120-acre former farming property just outside Woodburn could be developed into housing more quickly after lawmakers made it easier for cities with high rents to grow.
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Oregon Legislature votes to round pennies after lack of federal guidance
Under an emergency declaration, vendors would be able to immediately round cash purchases if Gov. Tina Kotek signs the bill.
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Honorary page program returns to Oregon Legislature during short session
Page programs that allow middle and high school students to see the legislative process up close, serving on the floor of the House or Senate for a single day.
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Salem-Keizer students lead walkout, rally over immigrant rights at Oregon Capitol
Local students called on legislators, district officials to enhance protections for immigrant students and families.
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Oregon Legislature passes bill expanding options to treat allergic reactions in schools
A Lake Oswego teen's advocacy prompted state lawmakers to unanimously approve a law giving schools the ability to stock epinephrine in forms like nasal spray - not just EpiPens.
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Layoffs or redirecting funding: Oregon lawmakers grapple with ODOT budget gap again
Oregon Department of Transportation agency leaders met with lawmakers this week to discuss options.
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Southern Oregon senator revives bill to make big oil pay for disasters driven by climate change
Ashland Sen. Jeff Golden is trying again to get the Legislature to create a fund to pay for natural disasters with damages collected from big oil.
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