Story and Photo by Rodger Nichols for Gorge Country Media The Wasco County Board of Commissioners met Wednesday morning in a somber meeting following the sudden and unexpected death of Commissioner Phil Brady. Both Chair […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon voters on Tuesday rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers, a victory for Republicans who put the issue to voters as the war with Iran was causing prices […]
by Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital ChronicleMay 19, 2026 As Oregonians turn in their ballots Tuesday, the state’s top elections and legal officers are reasserting confidence in the state’s election system. Oregon’s elections are safe and […]
by Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital ChronicleMay 19, 2026 Beginning June 1, all Oregonians applying for or renewing federal food benefits will have to complete an interview with state human services staff. The changes reflect a […]
by Rob Davis, ProPublica, Oregon Capital ChronicleMay 19, 2026 This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for Dispatches, a newsletter that spotlights wrongdoing […]
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