SALEM, Ore. – The House Rules Committee held a public hearing today on House Bill 2435, introduced by Representative Dwayne Yunker (R-Grants Pass) to enhance election transparency and restore public trust in the Oregon Secretary of State's office. HB 2435 would...
By: Julia Shumway - March 12, 2025 1:01 pm OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE New Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read on Wednesday withdrew the scandal-marred audit of the state’s liquor and cannabis commission that ended a predecessor’s political career. “My team and I...
By: Julia Shumway - March 12, 2025 9:57 am OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE Oregon’s second-highest court affirmed Wednesday that the voter-approved gun control law Measure 114 is constitutional, potentially clearing the way for the law to take effect after being on hold for...
By GEORGE CUSTER/Editor/The Herald -- The Herald has just received word that the Oakridge/Westfir Chamber of Commerce is closing its doors. The Herald received a copy of the letter that was sent to its current members. Having tried valiantly to kickstart the...
Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) recently released a series of new consumer guides focused on commercial property and casualty insurance. The five new guides can be found on DFR's website: Guides to commercial property and casualty insurance...
On January 8, 2025, the Northwest Accreditation Alliance Professional Standards Committee unanimously recommended to grant the Lane County Sheriff's Office accredited status. In order to be accredited, an agency must meet 104 professional standards with over 400...
By Monica Samayoa (OPB)March 6, 2025 5:32 p.m. Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill that would require certain large energy users, like data centers and cryptocurrency businesses, to pay their share for electricity use. Advocates say it could help bring down energy...
Willamette Riverkeeper (WRK) is proud to announce a transformative step forward with the appointment of Michelle Emmons and Heather King as Co-Executive Directors and Upper and Lower Willamette Riverkeepers. This innovative co-leadership model represents a...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) delivered testimony in front of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government. She pressed them to take action under their authority to use Congress' power of the purse...
The first 2025 meeting of the Veterans Advisory Committee to the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs (ODVA) will be held virtually this Wednesday, March 5. The meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. and will be followed by a town hall meeting at 11 a.m., which is open to the...
The Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology will hold a hearing on FEMAs Future on Tuesday, March 4 7:30 a.m. PST. The subcommittee hearing will evaluate the current role of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), particularly its handling of...
Attention Veterans! We have a select quantity of Fandango Promo Codes good towards a movie ticket* available for YOU —veterans/The Bob Woodruff Foundation—to see MY DEAD FRIEND ZOE playing exclusively in theaters nationwide. **Due to box office forces beyond our...
As we close our celebration of Black History Month, the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs is proud to recognize the service and sacrifices of two Black military units who built their reputations on a previously unconquered battlefield: the skies. Triple Nickles...
Spring outdoor burning season is open starting March 1st to June (end date TBD) for residents meeting the appropriate regional criteria within Lane County. Always check the daily status before burning. Oakridge & UGB- residents and those elsewhere Lane County may...
SALEM, Ore. -- The State Forest Advisory Committee will hold an in-person meeting on Friday, March 7 at 9 a.m. There is also a virtual option, please use the Teams video conference information found on the agenda. The highlights of the committee's agenda include:...
Beginning today, February 27, properties in unincorporated Lane County (meaning outside city limits and urban growth boundaries) that are zoned Rural Residential may be able to add a rental recreational vehicle (RV) to their property. "We know access to affordable...
March is a time when many homeowners start to think seriously about their upcoming home improvements. CCB is celebrating this month with educational opportunities to make your home improvement projects a success! Hiring a contractor for home improvements this spring?...
Those that own property in Oregon may still file their intent to appeal designations made by recently released wildfire hazard maps. Appeal forms must be received by March 10 to reserve a place in line for future appeal hearings. A full case does not need to be...
As we celebrate Black History Month, the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs is proud to recognize the service and sacrifices of Black military members throughout history. Among the many stories of courage and commitment, one unit stands out as a testament to...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) will vote against the House Republicans' partisan budget bill which will gut crucial programs like Medicaid and SNAP, all while adding a $4.5 trillion tax cut for multi-millionaires and billionaires. ...
SALEM, Ore.—The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) opens a 30-day comment period starting Thursday on proposed Implementation Plan revisions for the Astoria, Forest Grove, Tillamook, North Cascade, West Oregon, and Western Lane (including the Veneta and Southwest...
Honoring Black History Month: Recognizing the Legacy of Black Veterans Dr. Nakeia Council Daniels, Director, Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs Black History Month is a time for reflection, recognition, and celebration of the remarkable contributions Black...
Feb. 20, 2025 Salem – The Oregon Building Codes Division has adopted new residential code provisions that will allow the construction of attached stacked two-family dwellings (i.e., duplexes) under the residential specialty code, the division announced. This...
