Oregon

State environmental regulators warn unhealthy air conditions could persist through the week.

Secretary of State Tobias Read urged Oregonians to turn their ballots in at dropboxes if they live more than 50 miles from the Portland area.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield said the states’ lawsuit is necessary to bring transparency to a media merger that has been politicized.

Survivors and descendants gathered at Tule Lake to remember those incarcerated during World War II and explain why they believe the camp's history still shapes debates today.

Political analysts have softened their bullishness on Gov. Tina Kotek, and one candidate’s polling suggests a tight margin.

Participants can lower housing costs through shared living arrangements, with background checks, financial coaching and optional task exchanges built into the program.

Some pear growers say they may face bankruptcy following a tough season last year.

Organizers submitted the final signatures for a ballot initiative to criminalize hunting and fishing in Oregon. Its own backers don’t think it has any chance of passing.

With the power-hungry facilities already facing higher utility rates, Gov. Tina Kotek suggested more changes are coming.

The organization sought a broader injunction over an exemption for “religious employers” but the judge’s ruling was limited in scope.

AAA projects a record 877,000 Oregonians will travel for the Fourth of July. Officials warn of heavy traffic and construction delays on major routes like Interstate 84.

Oregonians looking to skill-up quickly now have access to federal student aid. But most colleges in the state won’t have eligible workforce programs until next year.