Gov. Tina Kotek called for doubling the liquor surcharge to $1 a bottle, raising about $90 million over two years.
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Nyssa man accused of killing officer has violent record, including previous shooting
The Nyssa man suspected of gunning down reserve officer Joseph Johnson had long-standing disputes with his sometime girlfriend, who lived in the house where the shooting occurred on Saturday, April 15, according to court records.
Oregon Gov. Kotek balks at plans for $1 billion Interstate 5 bridge bond
Kotek wants to use state-issued bonds for affordable housing projects.
Police arrest suspect in Ontario in fatal shooting of Nyssa officer
The arrest of Rene Castro, 36, of Nyssa, occurred just before 8 a.m. north of downtown Ontario.
Nyssa reserve officer killed in Saturday shooting, gunman being sought
BREAKING: A reserve officer for the Nyssa Police Department was shot and killed Saturday, April 15, while on patrol, authorities report. He was identified as Joseph Johnson, 43. Police are seeking Rene Castro, 36, of Nyssa, in connection with the shooting.
Salem parents weigh in as legislators consider digital access to school materials
AT THE CAPITOL: School districts would be required to provide a link on their websites for parents and others to more easily review state-approved textbooks and other school material under legislation advance on Tuesday, April 11.
Schools hiring emergency teachers for special education, potentially violating federal law
OREGON NEWS: More than 130 emergency licensed instructors in Oregon who don’t have to meet federally mandated standards are teaching students with disabilities.
New state-funded homeless shelter opening in former Salem hotel
Oregon has spent nearly $125 million since 2020 to turn vacant hotels into shelters
Companies that violated Oregon Covid regulations owe state nearly $800,000
With appeals, Oregon’s process for fining employers who violated Covid regulations continues to drag on. Some companies have ignored fines for their conduct.
Local organizations in line for $10 million for more action on homelessness
Decisions will be made this week on using state funding to add 79 shelter beds and help 158 households settle into permanent housing in Marion and Polk Counties. The Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance is making the awards.