OHSU researchers compared the U.S. to 40 countries and found that Americans are 20 times more likely to die by firearms, even with a similar rate of mental health illness.
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Salem events from Sept. 12-18: Art Fair, Punx in the Park, roller derby
Local events this week include the return of Salem Art Fair for its 75th anniversary, Mount Angel Oktoberfest and several local sales to support small business and organizations.
School district slated to lose timber revenue under conservation plan spends big to sue state
The Jewell School District in Clatsop County plans to “bet the farm” to overturn a habitat conservation plan that threatens the district’s timber funding.
Majority of state attorneys general seek warnings for youth on social media
Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum in Oregon is leading a push for Congress to require surgeon general warnings for youth on social media platforms.
Feds award Oregon $11.5 million, perhaps millions more to come, to improve literacy instruction
Millions of dollars will be funneled to Oregon school districts through a competitive grant process that’s intended to boost the share of students who can read proficiently.
Firefighters battle 25 large fires in Oregon as record season blazes on
Crews are fighting three new blazes that flared up over the weekend and are focused on about six fires where evacuation orders are in place.
Individual, small company health insurance plans will cost hundreds more a year
The price of individual and small business health insurance plans will jump again next year.
Number of diverse teachers in Oregon on the rise, but retention remains a challenge
The number of racially and ethnically diverse teachers in the state has grown by about 4% during the last decade and doubled among first-year teachers.
Oregon opioid settlement dollars will help people stay off drugs
State officials are planning to fund prevention programs, recovery centers and treatment units in months ahead.
Oregon hires new state economist with Wall Street background
Carl Riccadonna will craft the economic forecasts that determine what the state can spend, and whether Oregonians receive a kicker.
