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City of Salem sues FEMA, DHS, citing federal overreach in disaster relief funding
In a lawsuit filed Tuesday, the city of Salem said conditions within federal grants providing critical money to repair damages from the 2025 winter flood include unlawful terms limiting local diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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Hoy, business leaders pull out of effort to make it easier to sweep homeless encampments
A statewide petition led by Salem Mayor Julie Hoy sought to repeal a state law that requires cities and counties to be “objectively reasonable as to time, place and manner,” when clearing a homeless encampment from a public place. After state officials required the petition’s backers to change the ballot's title and description, they dropped the effort.
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After Oregonians reject gas tax, governor’s transportation workgroup fixates on messaging, not math
At the second meeting of Gov. Kotek’s Transportation Vision Workgroup, members spent hours discussing how to change public perception of the state transportation agency.
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No undercover license plates for ICE, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek orders
Gov. Tina Kotek’s directive followed the Trump administration suing the state last week over the issue.
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The Story Behind the Abrupt Departure of One of Oregon’s Highest-Paid Public Employees
Longtime Salem insider Chip Terhune scored a great gig. Last month, without warning, he was gone.
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Oregonians must complete interviews to receive SNAP benefits starting June 1
Starting June 1, everyone applying for or renewing their federal food benefits will have to complete an interview with state human services staff. Since the pandemic, there has been flexibility for seniors and other specific groups.
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Drazan holds strong lead in Republican primary for governor
State Sen. Christine Drazan is leading the race to be the Republican candidate in the gubernatorial race against incumbent Gov. Tina Kotek in November.
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This lesser-known program could keep Oregonians on SNAP, but there aren’t enough slots
People participating in Oregon's Workfare Program aren’t paid but gain experience while meeting SNAP work requirements.
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Oregon faces longer fire season due to historic heat, drought, fire experts warn
Oregonians need to be proactive about protecting themselves and their properties from wildfire and behave far more cautiously when starting campfires or burning debris than in recent years, state fire officials advised.
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