The final revenue forecast before the Oregon Legislature passes a two-year budget comes with bad news for many spending bills.

The county is accepting applications for the position starting May 16.

Rep. Darin Harbick’s son was at the Jan. 6 insurrection four years ago, but the lawmaker took issue with a Eugene Weekly story.

Former Secretary of State Shemia Fagan apologized and agreed to pay a $3,600 civil penalty Friday for her decision to accept a side job working as a cannabis consultant while serving as the state’s second-highest elected official.

Senate Bill 551 encountered unexpected opposition in the state House. It’s expected to be slimmed down.

Lincoln County’s presiding judge ruled Thursday that the Waldport city council had to reinstate Heide Lambert as mayor until there is time to decide whether her removal last month was legal.

Oregon lawmakers are considering at least six bills right now that would limit for what, when and for whom private electric and gas companies can raise rates.

Oregon On The Record talked with Republican Leader Christine Drazan about her caucus's transportation proposal, which aims to cut costs without raising taxes. The plan includes refocusing spending, eliminating vacant positions, and reallocating funds from non-essential programs, totaling $303.5 million. Then, we talked with Monica Samaya from OPB, who explained Senate Bill 88, which seeks to prevent utilities from passing on public relations and lobbying costs to ratepayers, noting ongoing debates over definitions and potential impacts on community engagement.

In the upcoming election, Central Oregon Coast Fire and Rescue is asking voters to approve the same levy increase that was rejected last November. This time around, four jobs are on the line.

Oregon On The Record discusses the challenges faced by refugees in America due to the Trump administration's policies. Krish Vignarajah, CEO of Global Refuge, and Dave Duea, CEO of Lutheran Community Services Northwest, highlight the impact of the dismantled US Refugee Admissions Program, which has halted new refugee arrivals since January 20. They detail the legal challenges and the human toll, including canceled flights and the revocation of protections for families. Despite these setbacks, both organizations continue to support refugees, emphasizing the economic and social benefits of welcoming them. They call for community support and advocacy to help refugees.