Category OREGON NEWS
NW Natural scraps plans for blended hydrogen and natural gas project in Eugene
Oregon’s first green hydrogen production project has been shelved after public pushback over potential environmental and health impacts.
Crime report gives Oregon voters information about trends
The Oregon Justice Resource Center seeks to give voters nonpartisan information about crime statistics that cuts through campaign rhetoric.
Senator defends push for $3 million; records contradict his rail project claims
An investigation by the Malheur Enterprise established the numbers State Sen. Lynn Findley discounted in fact had been in the senator’s files for a month prior to his legislative appearance.
Wildlife center supporting thousands of Oregon animals calls on community for help
Chintimini Wildlife Center takes in 2,000 wild animals a year, with about a third from the Salem area. However, they may have to reduce services if their financial situation doesn't turn around soon.
Bipartisan group of Oregon mayors propose annual funding for homelessness
A coalition of Oregon mayors is asking for ongoing state money to address the crisis.
A rail spur cast as a $2 million surprise was required in reload center plans
Managers of the Treasure Valley Reload Center outside of Nyssa are seeking yet more taxpayer money for their beleaguered project, this time to belatedly install a rail spur they maintain was optional when, in fact, it was not.
Oregon natural gas providers raising residential rates up to 25% this fall
On Nov. 1, NW Natural, the state’s largest natural gas utility, will raise residential rates about 14%, and then another 11% in March, affecting about 600,000 people.
VOTE 2022: Governor candidates debate how green Oregon should go
As part of a continuing series on the Oregon governor's race, the leading candidates talk about climate change - and their hopes to address wildfires, greenhouse gases, and water storage issues.
Oregon legislators defer vote on hostile workplace complaint against Kotek
An independent investigation determined Kotek’s actions didn’t violate legislative rules.