Category Government
Ballot measures on cannabis unions, higher corporate taxes could be on November ballot
Election officials will determine whether backers of the two proposals collected enough valid signatures from Oregon voters.
Marion County commissioners approve new $3.8 million union contract for deputies
A two-year contract with the Marion County Law Enforcement Association will provide 7% cost of living increases over two years for around 225 employees at the county sheriff’s office.
Federal jury rejects former Oregon legislative staffer’s unjust firing claim
Laura Hanson was fired twice by different Democratic legislators and claimed retaliation.
Unusual coin toss determines outcome of 7-7 tie in Oregon House primary
AROUND OREGON: An obscure piece of state election law meant one Eugene primary was settled by coin flip, with elections workers standing in for candidates.
Deadlocked Oregon ethics commission won’t investigate complaints against Gov. Kotek
Kotek has since abandoned her plans to give first lady Aimee Kotek Wilson a larger policy role in the governor’s office.
Cherriots to finalize $148 million budget in Thursday meeting
The Salem Area Mass Transit District board on Thursday is reviewing a security report showing that bus drivers and security officers reported eight instances of verbal threats from customers in January through March, a decrease from the previous quarter.
Complaint alleges Oregon GOP congressional candidate Mike Erickson withheld financial information
Mike Erickson has self-funded prior Congressional campaigns. He's challenging Rep. Andrea Salinas for her seat in one of the most competitive districts in the U.S.
Only Oregon Republican lawmaker who supports abortion rights is now an Independent
Rep. Charlie Conrad said primary election results, Trump’s dominance drove him from the party.
Oregon Senate Democrats tap Portland’s Kathleen Taylor as new caucus leader
Portland Sen. Kathleen Taylor, who played a key role in negotiations to end the 2023 Republican walkout, will be the Democrats' next caucus leader.