AT THE CAPITOL: Bills to help wildfire response, expand health care access and prevent homelessness remain in jeopardy as neither side budges.
Around Oregon
Malheur gold mine moves closer to approval
The mine, nearing state approval, promises to create hundreds of high-paying jobs in a region that needs them, but concerns remain about the environmental dangers of chemical mining.
Republican oversight committee packed by Oregonians telling senators to end walkout
Republican legislators, including state Rep. Greg Smith, announced a hunt for government corruption. Instead, senators were lectured Thursday by citizens to quick their boycott.
Kotek quits negotiations as Oregon Senate GOP walkout hits fourth week
AT THE CAPITOL: Gov. Tina Kotek said Democrats and Republicans are at an impasse, with Republicans insisting Democrats kill or substantially change a top priority around abortion and gender-affirming care.
More Oregon kids attend preschool, but enrollment still lags nationally
A new study shows preschool attendance has grown in Oregon, but spending per child lags behind other states.
Funding for drought package less than half of what Owens, Helm proposed
AT THE CAPITOL: Legislative leaders propose $110 million in state spending to help with water projects, irrigation and research in Oregon.
‘Finally come home’: Oregon Obon works with Idaho vets, historians to solve WWII mysteries
GOODING – Among a box full of American flags tucked away at the Gooding County Historical Museum, a mystery from World War II is unfolding. The 2-foot-by-2-foot piece of cloth is made of silk. Two small leather attachments with string – perhaps used to secure to a flagpole – are stitched[Read More…]
Session’s end won’t resolve battle over Oregon Senate walkout
Republicans plan to challenge the constitutional amendment in court that voters approved last year to prevent walkouts from halting legislative work.
Time to remember the sacrifices of our military service members
It’s time to reconnect generations of Oregonians to the reason for the Memorial Day holiday, writes Randy Stapilus, columnist for the Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Washington passes climate goals for data centers, Oregon’s effort fails
Amazon opposition and community outcry killed an Oregon bill intended to reduce emissions from crypto mining and data centers. Meanwhile, Washington legislators passed a new carbon emissions law that was signed into law by the governor this month.
