Category Government
Oregon Attorney General investigating Fox News for possible lawsuit
Oregon's attorney general is considering a suit against Fox News' parent company over losses to state employee retirement funds because the channel broadcast false claims about the 2020 election.
Unofficial GOP-run oversight committee packed by Oregonians telling Republicans to end walkout
Republicans said they wanted the committee to hold government agencies accountable during a meeting Thursday evening.
Oregon senators joining walkout will face fines for future unexcused absences
Senators with unexcused absences will face a $325-a-day fine starting on Monday as a Republican walkout is in its fourth week.
Public safety bills, budgets await action amid Republican Senate walkout
Bills that would help Oregon crime victims, prevent drug overdoses and pay for public defenders await action as the GOP-led walkout continues.
Kotek quits negotiations as Oregon Senate GOP walkout hits fourth week
Gov. Tina Kotek said Democrats and Republicans are at an impasse over the ongoing walkout, with Republicans insisting Democrats kill or substantially change a top priority around abortion and gender-affirming care.
Marion County names 7 candidates for new sheriff
On June 7, the Marion County Board of Commissioners will interview candidates who applied to replace Sheriff Joe Kast and appoint his successor that same afternoon.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider resolution on homelessness, public spaces
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider contracts to add two nurses and a body-scanning security system at the Marion County Juvenile Detention Center.
Efforts for ranked-choice voting, STAR voting gaining progress in Oregon
The House last week voted to approve Speaker Dan Rayfield’s proposal to establish ranked-choice voting in statewide elections beginning in 2028.
After session ends, Oregon senators will face a new battle – in the courts
Republicans plan to challenge the constitutional amendment in court that voters approved last year to prevent walkouts from halting legislative work.