Oregon On The Record
Monday-Thursday following the 2:00pm broadcast
On Oregon On The Record we bring you interviews and conversations about issues that matter most to western and central Oregon. From important topics in politics, the economy, education, the environment and more, Oregon on the record will move beyond the headlines and delve deeper into stories that matter to our community.
Latest Episodes
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Defenders of Wildlife's Colin Reynolds explains the Trump administration's push to repeal the roadless rule and its impact on Oregon's forests, water and wildlife.
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Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget president Maya MacGuineas breaks down the cost of Trump's $5,000 pledge, plus an update on Springfield's proposed behavioral health campus.
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The Mazama newt can only be found in Crater Lake. But an invasive species is forcing the amphibian toward extinction. Biologists at the Oregon Zoo are trying desperately to save this native species.
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Secretary of State Tobias Read runs Oregon's elections. But another man 3,000 miles away - President Trump - has him concerned about the upcoming midterms. We talk to the secretary on today's show. Then we chat with KLCC's Zac Ziegler about covering the solemn stairclimbing event at Autzen Stadium to honor first responders who perished during 9-11.
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Due to national headlines, postpartum depression and psychosis are a big part of the national dialogue. We talk with Lyndsie Leech of local nonprofit WellMama about these illnesses and what families can do to cope.
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While Eugene is a football town, South Eugene High School, the largest in the area, is struggling to even field a team. Jarrid Denney from the Register Guard talks about the tough road ahead for South's football team. Then, KLCC's Julia Boboc talks about her story on the continued plight of the spotted owl.
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Oregon is definitely cougar country. What once was a sparse population has grown to more than 6,000. And at times, people and cougars come into contact. Oregon On The Record talks with Beth Quillian of ODFW on ways to stay safe in the wilderness and in more urban areas.
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Oregon On The Record's host, goes inside - inside the Lane County Jail that is, to learn about how the institution operates and how it manages an inmate population that has a staggering amount of mental health challenges.
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Oregon is one of the most secretive states in the nation when it comes to disclosure of low-income housing spends. A ProPublica reporter uncovers the details.
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Oregon was the first U.S. state to launch an extended producer responsibility (EPR) law for packaging. Recycling Partnership experts explain how it works and a key court ruling.
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Librarians and volunteers race to save federal public data from removal. Lynda Kellam of the Data Rescue Project explains their mission on Oregon On The Record.
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Connected Lane County, Ophelia's Place and A Family for Every Child launch Eugene's Youth Hub, offering career training, mental health support and basic-needs resources for local youth.