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Oregon transportation tax hike one step closer to landing on May ballot following key vote
One key Republican suggested his caucus may seek legal action to prevent the move.
Iowa looks to reapply tread hosting No. 13 Purdue
Purdue guard Fletcher Loyer had a pointed message for his team following a narrow win over struggling Oregon on Feb. 7.
Mortgage rates edge lower, hover near 6%
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage slipped this week to 6.09%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.11%.
Olympic bronze medalist skier from Oregon survived plane crash last summer
It turns out that this three-time Olympian's scares have not only come while skiing.
2026 Pac-12 football schedule revealed, including Week 13 flex
Eight schools -- Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, Oregon State, San Diego State, Texas State, Utah State and Washington State -- comprise the rebuilt Pac-12
John Kitzhaber Is Still Fighting for His Oregon Health Plan
Today, surging health costs break budgets of people, businesses and governments alike. And the godfather of the state’s largest health insurance plan feels its stewards have lost their way.
Oregon GOP gubernatorial candidate skips Senate floor session for business event
None of the bills Drazan has sponsored involving business and economic issues survived a Monday deadline to schedule committee votes.
Indiana rolling while Oregon hopes to avoid 10th straight loss
Winners of four of its last five games, Indiana is out for more as it hosts struggling Oregon on Monday night in Bloomington, Ind.
Kids vote for fictional characters at Portugal’s presidential election
Super Mario and Roblox were among the candidates children could vote for in an exercise their parents hope will teach them about democracy.
Editorial: The Legislature sets business up for another hit
Even as economists project more revenue and double-digit increases in biennia to come, the Legislature is looking to cancel three tax breaks for state filers, with business bearing the brunt, The Oregonian/OregonLive Editorial Board writes.
Oregon Sunday Women’s Sports Game Thread
Softball plays OMG early, while WBB tips off at noon
Gonzaga at Oregon State Preview: Forget, Correct, Execute
Erase what happened at the Chiles Center earlier this week from the memory bank. A lot of ball is left to be played.
Oregon advocates drop ballot measure that would secure rights to transgender health care, abortion, same-sex marriage
One of the potential statewide measures vying for the November ballot is calling it quits.
After 30 years in business, this classic Portland restaurant is closing for good. Again.
The rising costs associated with running a small, independently owned restaurant were to blame.
Public Safety vs. Public Health: Oregon needle exchange bill sparks heated debate
There's been a push from the Stadiumhood Neighborhood to create a law that would bar any needle exchanges 2,000 feet away from school zones.
After 'inconsistent' effort, No. 6 Gonzaga focuses on Oregon State
After 'inconsistent' effort, No. 6 Gonzaga focuses on Oregon State
They paid thousands for new solar panels. Then their Oregon contractor went dark
One man says he used all his savings to pay for solar panels that were never installed.
Inside a family's custom multigenerational home in Oregon
Rather than living next door to her parents, Ana Ochoa and her family built one home with two distinct spaces that connect through a hallway.
‘Are you still involved in your community?’: Open or closed, here’s how Portland businesses fared during the nationwide strike
Those who couldn’t close for the day found alternative ways to pitch in, from selling out taco trucks to donating sales.
Opinion | A Taxpayer Revolt Could Shake Up Oregon Politics
Nearly 200,000 Oregonians signed a petition to put a tax-repeal proposal on the ballot.
Message from the Director—Oregon Water Science Center, Winter 2026 Newsletter
A message from the Center Director, Joanna Thamke.
Readers respond: Bipartisanship not holding Legislature back on health care
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
As politics roil the nation, Oregon students compete to make sense of the U.S. Constitution and find solutions
Nearly 200 high schoolers participated in the civic championship at Multnomah County Courthouse with federal judges among those evaluating their constitutional knowledge.
Too afraid to see a doctor: Immigration enforcement upends care in Oregon
Immigrant families are skipping medical appointments and delaying care as they weigh health risks against fears of detention or deportation.
Editorial cartoons for Feb. 1, 2026: ICE shooting in Minneapolis, political blowback, 2nd Amendment
The week in visual commentary.
The Sports Bra, Sport Oregon team up to celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day
The Sports Bra and Sport Oregon are teaming up to celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day with an event centered on community, and more.
Iowa aims to take advantage of beaten-up Oregon
Iowa looks to run its winning streak to four games when the Hawkeyes open a two-game road trip in the Pacific Northwest against Oregon in Big Ten action on Sunday night in Eugene, Ore.
10 Questions With... Randall Milstein, who teaches about science, astronomy and the role of science fiction in popular culture
10 Questions with… Randall Milstein, professor of teaching. He teaches astronomy and energy alternatives classes in the physics department, and also teaches in the Honors College. He represents OSU as its affiliate representative for the Oregon Space Grant Consortium. He enjoys engaging with the public on topics of science, astronomy and the role of science fiction in popular culture.
Oregon politician decries doxxing after stranger shows up at her home
“I am sad and frustrated that this has to be stated,” state Rep. Dacia Grayber wrote.
Oregon businesses and students join general strike Friday to protest immigration enforcement
Multiple nationwide organizations are calling for businesses to close and people to walk out of school and work to protest mass deportations and violence against demonstrators.
Which Portland businesses are participating in the Jan. 30 general strike?
Some Portland restaurants, bookstores and cafes are shuttering for the day as part of a nationwide protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement following recent shooting deaths by federal agents.
‘OPB Politics Now’: ICE, transportation and a looming state budget hole
Oregon lawmakers return to Salem, plus the Republican gubernatorial primary field continues to expand.
Contractor data breach nay have exposed the protected health info of thousands of Central Oregonians
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Thousands of Central Oregonians soon will receive letters in the mail to inform them of a data breach at TriZetto Provider Solutions last fall that may have exposed the personal health information of more than 700,000 people around the country. TPS is a third-party contractor that provides insurance-eligibility verification services to
Governor’s goal of getting Oregon on CNBC’s Top 10 States for Business is misguided
Not only are the CNBC rankings irrelevant, the goal could serve as a pretext for giving corporate lobbyists what they’re always after: tax cuts.
2026 Michigan Football Schedule Revealed
Michigan football has officially announced its full 2026 schedule, including matchups with Oklahoma, Penn State, Oregon, and Ohio State. Here’s the complete breakdown and what it means for the Wolverines.
Opinion: Oregon is ambling toward a health care implosion
The infrastructure of our health care system is beginning to crumble and we haven’t fully grasped the gravity of the situation, former Gov. John Kitzhaber writes. If we are to avoid system collapse, we must get past partisanship and work on a long-term solution.
In Oregon’s most flippable U.S. House district, why have Republicans struggled to recruit a strong candidate?
The best candidate party leaders have managed to recruit is a two-term Deschutes County commissioner who is staunchly pro-Trump and has yet to secure an endorsement in the district's largest population base.
Owner of La Popular money service business sentenced to over 3 years for laundering drug money
The owner of La Popular, a money-service business with multiple locations, including in Woodburn, Hillsboro and Beaverton, has been sentenced to prison for laundering drug trafficking funds. On Wednesday, Jan. […]
OHSU board contemplates closure of primate research center; its scientists plead for support
Scientists at the Oregon National Primate Research Center say their work is driving critical medical advances. But leadership at the federal level has questioned the value of the research model, and committed to ending animal experiments.
Gov. Tina Kotek brings business leaders to the table to jump-start Oregon’s economy
The governor's push to spur economic growth comes months ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election.
Oregon Football: 2025 Offensive Performance Review
With an entire season’s worth of data available, let’s look back and see how each part of Oregon’s offense performed.
Here are the 5 best sports bars in the Portland area: Readers Choice Awards
Did your favorite spot make the list?
'Just a start': Kotek, industry leaders inch closer to reforms for Oregon business climate
The 16 members of Kotek’s “Prosperity Council” represent different Oregon regions and sectors such as labor, technology and construction.
Oregon's Prosperity Council holds first meeting to boost local business, grow state GDP
Oregon’s new Prosperity Council met for the first time Thursday as Governor Tina Kotek reviewed their goals of growing local businesses, increasing the state’s
Oregon business owner gets prison for laundering drug money to Mexico
Mother of three children, all U.S. citizens, now faces deportation after using her La Popular stores to transfer millions in drug proceeds.
Oregon’s elk show genetic fortitude against a fast-moving and deadly disease
natural Chronic wasting disease arrived in the Pacific Northwest
As political dust settles, Portland’s new council president wants to focus on city’s ‘real crises’
Jamie Dunphy wants a divided City Council to stop the infighting and tackle homelessness, jobs, crumbling infrastructure and what he calls an increasingly tyrannical federal government.
Study Again Gives Oregon a Middling Health Ranking
A major annual study of the nation’s health placed Oregon at 19th in the nation in 2025—on par with the state’s rankings in recent years after it peaked at 8th around 2011.
Gov. Tina Kotek has a plan to boost Oregon businesses, but challenges remain steep
Lawmakers and business leaders in Oregon have argued the state's tax and regulatory landscape is too harsh for businesses. Gov. Tina Kotek has signaled she wants to change Oregon's business reputation.
This Jan. 6 rioter who was pardoned by Trump is now running for Oregon governor
He has not previously held elected office and will face a Republican primary field that includes two lawmakers and a county commissioner.
John Tapogna takes over as head of Oregon Business Council, influential policy group
Duncan Wyse has run the Business Council for three decades.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day Camp Set for Feb. 8 - University of Oregon Athletics
UO, WIF to host kids camp at Matthew Knight Arena.
‘Fire Country’ Season 5 Will Have This Major Change If Renewed
There will be a new showrunner, should the series return.
Readers respond: Don’t become a pawn to politics
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Oregon lawmakers propose to regulate AI chatbots to protect kids’ mental health
Other states across the country have begun experimenting with how to regulate AI chatbots.
Theresa Caputo, Slap Wars and live music headline January casino fun
Discover January’s top casino events from Theresa Caputo’s live show to Slap Wars and Mountain Soul concerts in Northern California and Oregon.
Full-length Replay: Oregon at Wisconsin
The Oregon Ducks travel to Madison to face the Wisconsin Badgers for a Big Ten matchup.
OCCC opens applications for Nursing and Aquarium Science programs
Oregon Coast Community College (OCCC) is now accepting applications for two of its signature career and technical education (CTE) programs: Nursing and Aquarium Science.
Oregon man buys four ‘refurbished’ video game consoles from Temu and opens them up to see if they’re legit
This Oregon man got his hands on four refurbished video game consoles from Temu to have a closer look at whether or not they were worth the investment
New report ranks US health by state. Here’s how Oregon compares
Oregon ranked 19th in the United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings 2025 Annual Report, with high school completion, low uninsured rate, and high voter participation as stren…
Oregon health officials confirm Clackamas County measles case from unvaccinated individual
Oregon health officials confirms measles case in Clackamas County
The case marks the state's third confirmed case of measles this year.
Josh Price Joins Sports Performance Staff - Boise State University Athletics
Price served as co-associate director of athletic performance at Oregon State.
Federal mental health and addiction funding for Oregonians fully restored, 24 hours after Trump cut it
The funding supports a wide variety of mental health and addiction initiatives, ranging from youth suicide prevention to drug and alcohol treatment programs.
Historic ocean treaty underpinned by Oregon State University science takes effect Jan. 17
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Oregon State University research into marine protected areas plays a crucial role in the historic “High Seas Treaty” that goes into effect Jan. 17.
Oregon’s mental health workforce shortage is fueled by red tape and a new bill aims to fix it
State leaders say expanding mental health and addiction services isn’t just funding or facilities — it’s the workforce.
Beat the winter blues with these North Fork spots serving entertainment with each pour
While the chilly weather drags on, lots of North Fork vineyards and breweries are still buzzing. Beat the winter blues with some live music paired with bevs and bubbles at these groovy spots: Suhru & Lieb Vineyards, 13050 Oregon Road, Cutchogue, 631-734-1110 Every Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. until March catch various musicians like...
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek taps Republican rival to boost business relations
Tim Knopp, a former state senator from Bend, will join Kotek’s administration.
Nebraska defeats Oregon 90-55 to remain undefeated
Nebraska returned to Lincoln to host Oregon on Tuesday night. The Huskers picked up where they left off against Indiana, dominating the Ducks 90-55.
Full-length Replay: Oregon at Nebraska
Oregon visits Lincoln to take on unbeaten No. 10 Nebraska. Nate Bittle leads the Ducks.
Facing $25M request, Oregon lawmakers again propose delaying historic campaign finance law
State officials have less than a year to stand up key provisions of the law.
‘Flawed,’ ‘inaccurate,’ ‘biased’: Influential Oregonians say state’s lawyers wrote shoddy explanations for proposed ballot measure
The biggest flaw, they say, is that the draft explanations completely omit the proposed measures' biggest impact: 1.1 million more Oregonians would be able to take part in government funded primary elections for the most important offices.
Oregon ranks 19th in national health report
A state-by-state health report card, out today from the United Health Foundation, puts Oregon at No. 19 in the nation.
Oregon health officials confirm first measles cases of 2026
Both cases are in Linn County. Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes, followed by a rash.
OHSU stopped gender-affirming surgeries for patients under 19 last year, officials say
University officials said OHSU last performed a gender-affirming surgery on a patient under 19 early last year.
Oregon health officials confirm first measles cases of 2026
Both cases are in Linn County. Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes, followed by a rash.
A couple turned a run-down RV park in Oregon into a boutique hotel
Robin Singh was feeling stuck in his job and needed a creative outlet, so he and his wife bought an RV park in Oregon and turned it into a hotel.
Kenyon Sadiq weighs NFL future, cites 'unfinished business' at Oregon
With Oregon's season over, Kenyon Sadiq was asked about his potential NFL future, with his answer leaving the door open to a potential return.
5 plays that defined Indiana's blowout Peach Bowl win over Oregon
The Hoosiers put Oregon away early in their 56-22 win.
Stop pretending Indiana football is Cinderella. Hoosiers are the CFP bully
These Hoosiers are a dadgum heavyweight. They just knocked Oregon out cold. Pinch yourself, folks, because Indiana is a football powerhouse now.
Indiana routs Oregon in Peach Bowl to advance to national title game vs. Miami
Fernando Mendoza was on fire yet again in the College Football Playoff semifinal, and the Ducks suffered because of it. But the Indiana demolition was a total team effort yet again.
Indiana opens Peach Bowl with pick-6 of Oregon's Dante Moore
D'Angelo Ponds read Moore's eyes the whole way.
Longtime Oregon lawmaker admits to ethics violation, but fails to disclose business client
The Heppner Republican agreed to a letter of education from the Oregon Government Ethics Commission over the violation.
‘Sick, Unhinged Democrats’: White House listicle targets dozens of politicians, 2 in Oregon, who have spoken out against ICE
The list compiles comments from 57 politicians, many made after recent shootings by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis and Portland.
Indiana vs. Oregon live updates: Follow College Football Playoff semifinal at the Peach Bowl
Indiana vs. Oregon prediction: Expert picks and odds for Peach Bowl CFP semifinal
The winner of Friday night's Big Ten rematch advances to the national championship game
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DraftKings offers $300 bonus bets for new Missouri users
BOOM! That time Oregon blew up a whale with dynamite.
And why we should never do it again.
Oregon vs. Indiana prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 CFP semifinal picks from proven model
SportsLine's model reveals its Indiana vs. Oregon best bets for their College Football Playoff semifinal in the Peach Bowl
Upcoming Woodburn Public Library exhibit explores Indigenous science
Looking to learn about Oregon’s earliest innovators? The Woodburn Public Library will host the traveling Native Innovation Exhibit from Friday, Jan. 16, through Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 280 Garfield St. […]
Upcoming Woodburn Public Library exhibit explores Indigenous science
Looking to learn about Oregon’s earliest innovators? The Woodburn Public Library will host the traveling Native Innovation Exhibit from Friday, Jan. 16, through Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 280 Garfield St. […]
Oregon secretary of state asks for $25M to implement historic campaign finance law, warns final price tag could be higher
A top agency official acknowledged that the agency couldn’t “provide a detailed cost estimate” or account for the law’s “ongoing costs."
‘OPB Politics Now’: Oregon enters an election year with big political questions
The calendar shifted to 2026, but the political storylines have not slowed down.
Readers respond: Good neighbors can transcend politics
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Nominate your favorite sports bar in the Portland area for our Readers Choice Awards
Nominations are open until 11 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
2026 NFL mock draft: Expert projections for top picks ahead of wild-card weekend
The 2025 NFL season has come to a close, and the order for the top 18 picks is set. Here's a look at who experts believe will be selected early.
1/8 Big Ten Basketball Preview: Ohio State at Oregon
There’s a triple header set for tonight with three Big Ten games set to take place on Big Ten Network later this evening. Northwestern Wildcats at #12 Michigan State Spartans In the first game today the Spartans are set to host Northwestern. Michigan State bounced back nicely from a dreadful 56-58 road loss to Nebraska […]