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Oregon’s newest state representative took the oath of office Wednesday.

SALEM — The Oregon House broke its previous record for the number of women representatives this week, after the swearing-in of Rep. Christine Goodwin brought the total number to 33

Oregon’s newest state representative took the oath of office Wednesday.

Gov. Kate Brown signed an extension of eviction moratoriums into law, while another for

Roseburg - $1.5 million “Many communities across the state are working to address the needs of their unhoused neighbors,” House Speaker Tina Kotek (D-Portland) said. “These communities are ready to build, and we must get them this funding as quickly as possible so they can make these facilities operational by next winter.” The funding was previously in House Bill 2004, which still contains $27 million for grants to be distributed statewide to increase low-barrier shelter cap...

Oregon House Republicans, Sen. Knopp take issue with state GOP’s ‘false flag’ claims  SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon House Republican Caucus released the following statement Wednesday in response to the recently adopted Oregon Republican Party resolution labeling the Jan. 6 Capitol Hill takeover in Washington, D.C. a “false flag” operation. “Elected House Republicans are focused on representing our constituents. Oregon is in crisis. Vaccines are not going to our most v...

Heard said he has been a part of the group since the beginning, as he helped them draft a declaration that explains exactly what theyre fighting for.

Leaders say they will ban people from businesses if they have reported rule violations to state officials.

Willamette Week The need for strong, independent local journalism is more urgent than ever. Please support the city we love by joining Friends of Willamette Week. We Asked Oregon Republican Lawmakers: Do They Acknowledge Biden Won? We also asked what they’re telling their constituents to do on Inauguration Day, when right-wing protests are planned in 50 state capitals and Washington, D.C. A right-wing protester holds a rifle outside the Oregon Capitol. (Justin Yau) Updated January 13 ...

ROSEBURG — Two local women have been targeted by a group calling itself Citizens Against Tyranny, and more are likely to be targeted in the future. State Sen. Dallas Heard, R-Myrtle Creek, is backing the movement. The tyranny, according to the group’s website, involves COVID-19 safety mandates the group says have harmed local businesses. But this group has gone far beyond criticizing the governor. In late December, it also began publishing names of people it alleged have turned in bus...