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OR, CA senators call on federal election official to rescind illegal voting claims or resign
Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read previously called for Christy McCormick to resign.
License plate recognition, wrongful conviction among 2026 priorities for Oregon lawmakers
Automated license reading technology has sparked controversy across the state due to concerns about data-sharing with federal immigration authorities.
Lawmakers might tap two reserve funds to fill Oregon’s budget deficit. What are they?
Oregon's Rainy Day Fund has nearly $2 billion and hasn't been tapped since 2010. A separate $1 billion state fund is set aside for schools during tough economic times.
Judge orders Marion County to share parolee information with ICE
A federal judge on Monday ordered Marion County to comply with administrative subpoenas from federal immigration authorities issued over the summer, court records show. It’s one of two open legal cases involving immigration records in Marion County.
County officials vow to defy state pressure on behavior health
Citing accountability, state health officials are trying to rewrite behavioral health contracts with counties — but local officials say the changes will hurt patients and leave counties holding the bag for the state’s many failures.
City, county donate to Marion Polk Food Share as it sees record-high need
An immediate crisis of delayed food benefits is over, but the leader of Salem’s food bank said he expects to see more people needing help soon as federal cuts to SNAP and Medicaid take effect.
New Marion County crisis center expands access, services
Anyone in a crisis can walk into the Marion County Behavioral Health Center and be seen by a mental health professional. A newly renovated building has expanded patient options, and has brought more services under one roof.
Council approves plan for Wallace Marine Park improvements as encampments in SE portion decrease
Salem city councilors voted to start developing a plan to pave a pathway through the southern part of the Wallace Marine Park natural area, which city leaders say has seen a decrease in encampments.
UPDATED: Salem city councilors direct staff to draft gift policy, continue “no-mow” program at Bush’s Pasture Park
Salem city councilors on Monday will also vote on extending the No Mow program at Bush's Pasture Park to promote ecological restoration.