Category Government
U.S. Department of Education reinstates income-driven student loan repayment plans
After abruptly refusing to accept and process new online applications for loan repayment plans, federal education officials changed course.
Oregon bill would allow tribes to formally petition for the removal of state control from tribal affairs
Tribal leaders say a patchwork of laws and jurisdictions harm public safety on tribal lands and interfere with sovereignty.
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.
Records reveal Nishioka wanted to sue Hoy after Stahley resigned
Public records obtained by Salem Reporter pull back the curtain on events transpiring in the immediate aftermath of former Salem City Manager Keith Stahely’s abrupt resignation on Sunday, Feb. 9. Records revealed that Council President Linda Nishoika wanted to sue Mayor Julie Hoy and felt “used” and “gaslit,” after she was led to believe the majority of the city council wanted Stahley gone.
Oregon bill to pay parent caregivers advances to budget committee
A bipartisan bill supported by families of children with intensive medical needs, has a lower projected cost than in previous years.
Senate votes to outlaw discrimination against Oregon tenants based on immigration status
The vote comes as Oregon strives to strengthen state laws protecting immigrants against a backdrop of threats from President Donald Trump’s administration, and as the state grapples with a housing crisis.
Deputy city manager departing Salem, leaving two top roles vacant
Scott Archer is taking a role running Oregon City's parks department. He is the second top city leader to leave Salem since February.
UPDATED: Council votes to buy Market St property for affordable housing development
Salem city councilors voted unanimously Monday to ratify an employment agreement with acting City Manager Krishna Namburi and buy a northeast Salem lot with federal grant money.
U.S. Supreme Court declines to revive landmark climate suit brought by young Oregonians
The decision ends a decade-long fight led by 11 young Oregonians and 10 of their peers across the nation against the U.S. government over climate inaction.