Category Politics
How U.S. Rep. Salinas is tracking local issues, staying informed during Trump’s second term
In a recent interview, U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas talked about how she and her team manage and respond to a flood of national and local news throughout the day. She said working with Republican colleagues has become more challenging.
Oregonians rally on May Day to protest Trump admin, defend immigrant rights
Oregon’s largest farmworker advocacy organization, PCUN, hosted the Thursday rally in Salem.
A ban on book bans: Oregon bill would protect access to library materials
Senate Bill 1098 aims to prevent removal of books about protected classes in Oregon.
What’s next for city of Salem effort to get state to cover public safety costs
For Salem politicians and voters, the state chipping in to pay for city police and fire services is a popular idea. The reality is more complicated.
Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell announces run for governor
Danielle Bethell, who’s in her fifth year as a Marion County Commissioner, is seeking the Republican nomination for governor to challenge Gov. Tina Kotek in 2026.
U.S. Rep. Dexter returns from El Salvador: ‘We’re disappearing people’
Oregon congresswoman Maxine Dexter went to El Salvador to demand the release of a wrongfully deported Maryland man and to raise awareness of "constitutional crisis."
Oregon Attorney General leads suit against Trump, administration to block tariffs
Attorney General Dan Rayfield joins 11 other Democratic states attorneys general challenging President Trump’s authority to impose tariffs on nearly all imported goods.
In Silverton, U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum talks health care, business and fighting back
U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum heard from Silverton residents concerned about having fewer health care options following Salem Health and Regence Blue Cross' split.
HUD funding delays threaten rent assistance for Salem domestic violence survivors
With $4 million in funding toward Salem-area homeless services in limbo, providers worry that changes in federal contracts indicate deeper cuts and more restrictions on care ahead.