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Lawmakers, again, consider allowing self-pumping gas stations statewide
AT THE CAPITOL: A bipartisan bill pending at the Oregon Legislature would allow more self-service gasoline - while mandating attendants in some areas of Oregon.
Meet the data nerd working to make Oregon government better
As Oregon's first Chief Data Officer, Kathryn Darnall Helms helps state agencies gather and use information about everything from cow manure to worker's compensation disputes.
Salem sees brief snow ahead of cold weekend, icy roads likely overnight
Average November temperatures this year in Salem dropped compared to 2021.
With freezing temperatures forecasted for Thursday night, an overnight warming shelter will open.
Loved ones remember “The Potato Lady” of Salem
Lisa Letney, an outspoken advocate for people who are homeless in Salem, died on Nov. 7 leaving behind a legacy of leading with empathy.
Marion, Polk counties rush to send out 800 late ballots after state software error
Oregon teens haven't been automatically pre-registered to vote for years when getting an ID or permit at the DMV, the Secretary of State's office said Monday, affecting nearly 7,800 voters statewide.
Navarro, Mannix aim to claim Oregon House District 21 seat
The two candidates would have very different approaches, particularly on criminal justice issues, if they are elected in this competitive district.
Thatcher, Walsh face off for new Senate District 11 seat
Sen. Kim Thatcher and Keizer attorney Richard Walsh are seeking the seat representing north Salem and Keizer.
Marion and Polk voters will see psilocybin bans on the 2022 ballot
These measures come in response to Oregon’s approval of Measure 109 in 2020, which made it the first state to authorize the use of psilocybin, the psychoactive substance found in magic mushrooms.
Millions earmarked for cooling, heating, clean air yet to benefit Oregonians
A Meals on Wheels volunteers distributed electric fans in Salem ahead of the June 2021 heat wave. State efforts to expand air conditioning following the event are running slowly. (Ron Cooper/Salem Reporter) The Legislature allocated millions of dollars this February and in 2021 toward protecting…