Category POLITICS
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.
VOTE 2025: What to know about the May 20 special election in Salem
Your May 20 election ballot may include four school board seats, a new Salem city councilor and a Salem property tax levy. Here's a guide to learning more about local races, checking your party registration and more.
Oregon lawmakers consider gun control bills amid legal battle over Measure 114
As legal challenges to a voter-approved gun control law continue, Oregon lawmakers are considering a set of additional restrictions on gun purchases that are among the most controversial measures of the legislative session.
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek backs Salem livability levy, concept of state payment to capital city
Gov. Tina Kotek says she'll vote for a city of Salem property tax measure to pay for libraries and parks on the May ballot.
Oregon Sen. Aaron Woods dies at 75
Colleagues remembered the Wilsonville Democrat for his commitment to public service and his community.