Legislative Policy
Oregon Sports Betting Fails to Protect Residents, Report Finds
The state's monopoly provider, DraftKings, makes gambling and addiction easier than ever, experts say.
Oregon Lawmakers Wrap Up Eventful 2026 Legislative Session
Partisan tensions, budget challenges, and debates over transportation and gun laws mark the end of the short session
Oregon Passes Bill to Round Cash Transactions After Penny Shortage
New law allows rounding to nearest nickel for cash purchases as federal government stops minting pennies.
Immigration
Federal Judge Limits Tear Gas Use at Portland ICE Protests
Ruling aims to address tensions between demonstrators and law enforcement over immigration policies and civil rights.
Federal Judge Limits Crowd Control Tactics at Portland ICE Facility
Ruling requires federal officers to identify themselves and prohibits use of tear gas, other chemical weapons against nonviolent protesters
Federal Judge Limits Tear Gas Use Near Portland ICE Facility
Ruling protects nearby affordable housing residents from chemical munitions exposure
Elections
Grant County to Host Governor Candidates Forum
Three Republican candidates set to appear at March 22 event in Canyon City
Republican Candidate Chris Dudley to Visit Baker City
Dudley, running for Oregon governor, will hold a public event at a local bakery.
Rogue Valley Attorney Tonia Moro Announces Bid for Oregon Senate
Democratic primary race for Oregon State Senate District 3 grows to three-way contest
Law
Federal Judge Limits Tear Gas Use at Portland ICE Protests
Ruling comes in response to ACLU lawsuit over federal officers' tactics against peaceful demonstrators
Federal Court Tightens Limits on Tear Gas Use During Portland Protests
New ruling sharply restricts when officers can use tear gas and impact munitions at Portland's ICE facility
Court Limits ICE's Use of Tear Gas Near Portland Apartment Complex
Tenants of low-income housing across from ICE building celebrate ruling as "wonderful" news
City Hall
Grant County Court Votes to Dissolve Road Service District
Commissioners cite lack of separation between county and district, loss of expected PILT funds as reasons for decision.
Sisters City Council Reviews Annexation Process
Proposed changes aim to improve process flow, update codes, and align with comprehensive plan goals.
Keizer City Councilor Admits Ethics Violation, Faces $500 Fine
Soraida Cross conceded she improperly used her position and a sheriff's private number during a criminal investigation.
- Federal Judge Limits Tear Gas Use at Portland ICE Protests
- VR Games Boost Player Altruism, Study Finds
- Rivals Analyst Breaks Down Oregon's Top 2027 Recruiting Targets
- Oregon Ducks Face Maryland Terrapins in Big Ten Tournament Opener
- Federal Judge Limits Crowd Control Tactics at Portland ICE Facility
- Local Drivers Voice Concerns as Gas Prices Climb
