Oregon Congressional Candidate Alek Skarlatos Joked About Choking Women

Skarlatos, a Republican, made the comments on a podcast in 2018, shortly before beginning his political career.

Sounding The Alarm On Extremism, Biden Says ‘MAGA Republicans' Pose Threat To Democracy

In the wake of a series of legislative victories, Biden has shifts his tone, calling out former President Donald Trump.

Candidates, Mostly Republican, Skip Debates, Bar Press During Midterm Campaigns

They are also avoiding talking to their own constituents, leaving voters wondering about their policy positions.

Oregonians In Dozens Of Counties, Cities Will Vote On Psilocybin Bans In November

At least 27 cities have ensured access to psilocybin treatment, including 17 of the state’s most populous cities.

OSU Study Calls For Better Screening Of Sexual Abuse In Children

The study of more than 6,500 people finds that the longer the abuse, the worse the impact.

Wyden, Merkley Want Wider Access To Abortion Pills, Help With Interstate Travel For Abortions

Democratic senators have been worried about access for weeks in anticipation of the U.S. Supreme Court decision

Scientists Release Hundreds Of Wasps To Save Willamette Valley Fruits

Oregon State University scientists spent more than a decade tackling a fruit fly issue costing growers millions. The antidote is a wasp.

Oregon Starts Sending $600 Checks To Low-Income Workers

Thanks to a new state law, more than 200,000 low-income Oregonians should receive $600 aid checks from the state this week.

Oregon Republican Congressman Says He Never Asked Colleague To Pursue Pardon For Him

U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Ontario, denied pursuing a pardon as President Donald Trump's term wound down.

Roe Fallout: Oregon Joins Western States In Vowing To Be 'Safe Haven'

The governors of Oregon, Washington and California vow their states will be a safe haven for women who need reproductive health care.

Roe V. Wade Overturned: What It Means For Oregon

Some states have prepared to make it nearly impossible for a woman to get a procedure, which is set to affect Oregon.

Port Of Morrow Continued To Pollute After January Fine, Now Faces $2.1 Million Fine, State Says

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality found the port continued to dump excess nitrogen-rich water onto area farms.

Interior To Launch Mental Health Program For Wildland Firefighters, Boost Wildfire Spending

Federal agencies will work on ways to help firefighters recover from on-the-job trauma, provide early intervention, officials said.

625 New Affordable Homes Headed To Areas Affected By 2020 Labor Day Fires

Most of the new homes will be income-restricted rental properties in Jackson, Marion, Clackamas and Lincoln counties.

COVID Cases Dip As Providers Plan Vaccine Clinics For Children Up To 5

Two new highly infectious variants are likely to reinfect those who've not contracted the disease and infect those who've not had COVID.

U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden Raises Concerns Over Shortage Of Firefighters, Federal Spending On Fire Prevention

Many firefighter jobs in Oregon stand empty.

Opponents File New Petition Against Foster Farms Facility In Scio

They want the state to stop the plant from moving forward and either revoke its operating permit or require more monitoring for discharges

Oregon's Prison Director A Finalist To Lead Federal Prison System

Colette Peters would take over a federal agency with 35,000 employees and a $7.8 billion budget

Southern Oregon Man Posts Bail As He Faces Riot Charge In Idaho

Police arrested 31 on June 11, and said they were pat of Patriot Front extremist group.

Beleaguered Health Care Sector Getting $500 Million From Oregon Health Authority

The infusion comes at a crucial time for mental health and addiction treatment providers that were hard hit during the pandemic.

Addiction Center For Teens In Oregon Reopens Despite Long Odds

Rimrock Trails in Prineville, which was forced to close for eight months, reopened in mid-April with a new staff and approach.

5 Oregon Men Awaiting Trials For Involvement In Jan. 6 Attack At US Capitol

Four of the five made it inside the closed Capitol, according to court records.

Three Oregon Candidates Will Get More Money, Aid From National Democratic Group

Val Hoyle, Jamie McLeod-Skinner and Andrea Salinas were named to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's “Red to Blue” program.

Climate Change Causes Anxiety And Despair In Teens, Youth: New Report

Youth and teens are becoming more worried about the future because of climate change, a report from the Oregon Health Authority found.

Oregon Records Dispute Plays Out Against Backdrop Of Election Fraud ‘Big Lie'

Washington County is seeking a court order to block the release of a file related to the May 2021 election.

Oregon Rep. Kurt Schrader One Of Two Democrats To Vote Against Congressional Gun Control Package

Schrader has not yet responded to questions or explained his vote.

Oregon Secretary Of State Orders Extensive Post-Election Audit In Clackamas County

Secretary of State Shemia Fagan said Clackamas County must do more than the standard post-election hand count to rebuild trust.

Oregonians Support Title IX's Guarantees For Girls In Sports, Divided On Transgender Student Access

The Oregon Values and Beliefs Center surveyed almost 1,700 Oregonians and found two-thirds support Title IX.

Biden Picks Federal Prosecutor Natalie Wight For Oregon's Next U.S. Attorney

Natalie Wight has been an assistant United States Attorney for the District of Oregon since 2012.

Uncertainty Looms Over First Open Oregon Governor's Race In Two Decades

Tina Kotek, Betsy Johnson or Christine Drazan will be Oregon's next governor.

Oregon Leaders Need To Stop Disrupting Education Reforms, Report Finds

Secretary of State Shemia Fagan's team outlined five risks to school improvement in Oregon.

Mass Shootings Elsewhere Can Cause Anxiety, Regression In Children In Oregon

A Portland psychiatrist advises parents to discuss the shooting with children but not get into details.

Russia's Ban Against Oregon's Congressional Delegation Stirs Few Waves

In an unintended act of bipartisanship, Russia banned all members of Oregon's congressional delegation from entering the county.

Complaints Mount As Delays Drag On For Clackamas Ballot Counting

County Clerk Sherry Hall, catching criticism for the fumbles, offered few assurances Friday about when the task would be done

Oregon Gov. Brown, Fire Officials Warn Of Challenging 2022 Wildfire Season

Late spring storms delayed the start of fire season, but much of the state is in drought

Drazan Wins Oregon Governor Primary With About A Quarter Of Republican Voters

Democrat Tina Kotek and nonaffiliated candidate Betsy Johnson announced high-profile endorsements Thursday

Oregon Still Collecting More Tax Revenue Than Economists Anticipated

More money will go back to taxpayers in rebates, and legislators will have more to spend.

Oregonians Deprived Of Court-Appointed Lawyers Sue State Over Their Constitutional Rights

The class action lawsuit comes as the state tries to tackle persistent shortages of public defenders

Oregon Primary Election: Progressive Women Win Big, Republican Races Remain Tight

Tina Kotek helped lead a path for progressive women in Tuesday's vote.

Oregon Secretary Of State: Election Results Can Be Trusted, Might Take Longer

Voters must return ballots by mail or drop boxes by 8 p.m. Tuesday