Politics & Government

Twelve candidates take the stage for October's Democratic primary debate, which begins at 5 p.m. PT. Follow this live blog as NPR reporters are posting context and analysis in real time.

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Lane County Commissioners hope to try again to convince voters to support a bond to fund a new courthouse in Eugene. The first attempt was rejected last May.

An event soliciting input on how the State of Oregon can best serve its elderly residents wrapped up today.

The Governor’s Commission on Senior Services met in downtown Eugene, to discuss issues that could affect the state’s aging population as it continues to grow.

The Port of Newport says it can save millions of dollars by refinancing two long-term bonds.

“Expect the unexpected” in any impeachment process going forward, says U.S. Senator Ron Wyden.

The Lebanon Fire District is asking voters this November to approve a bond that would pay for a new fire station and five new fire trucks. The district says the bond would cost the average homeowner about $31 a year. The bulk of the money would go toward replacing the 44-year-old main fire station at 1050 W. Oak Street.

A political newcomer will be challenging longtime incumbent Peter DeFazio in the Democratic primary in May. Doyle Canning of Eugene launched her campaign for the 4th District Seat on the House of Representatives on Saturday.

A tenant rights advocate and member of two budget committees is running for Eugene City Council, Ward One.

Another candidate has filed to run for a seat on the Lane County Board of County Commissioners. South Eugene district voters can expect to see Joel Iboa's name on their ballots in May. 

Oregon lawmakers will return to the Capitol Monday for the first time since June. It's the first round of “Legislative Days” since the whirlwind closing days of the 2019 legislative session.

Thursday was the first day that Oregon candidates could file to run in the May primary. Among the dozens of office-seekers throwing their name in the ring was longtime Congressman Peter DeFazio.

Oregon data shows a declining number of registered voters who identify with either of the two major political parties.  It's a trend that the data shows steadily trickling downward since at least 2016.

A citizen member of Eugene’s budget committee and former legislative aide to State Representative John Lively has officially kicked off his bid for Eugene City Council, Ward 8.

31-year-old Ryan Moore studied political science at the University of Oregon, and volunteers with the Democratic Party of Lane County.  He says if elected, he’ll tackle several problems, starting with homelessness. 

The City Manager of Eugene will be stepping down after 11 years.  In a press release sent today, Jon Ruiz says it’s the “right time” to begin a new season.

Oregon is one of five states that allows unlimited donations to state campaigns. The Oregon Supreme Court has ruled political giving is protected by the state constitution.