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Oregon's youngest-ever state senator wants to bring new energy to Legislature

Wlnsvey Campos, 27, is the only woman of color in the Oregon Senate at present. She's also the youngest person to serve as a state senator in Oregon's history. Read moreOregon's youngest-ever state senator wants to bring new energy to Legislature

Oregon governor proposes spending to match her priorities

Gov. Tina Kotek's budget recommendations include more for housing and homeless, mental health, schools and child care. Read moreOregon governor proposes spending to match her priorities

Forest Grove Police Log: Man gets cold after removing his clothes, lighting them on fire

The Forest Grove Police Department describes calls for service from Jan. 13-19, 2023. Read moreForest Grove Police Log: Man gets cold after removing his clothes, lighting them on fire

Forest Grove High grad rates increase, though still below state level

New data from the Oregon Department of Education shows Forest Grove High School’s graduation rate increased slightly from last year, marking the same kind of impr… Read moreForest Grove High grad rates increase, though still below state level

Counties would get new judgeships under pending bill

Washington County would get two, Clackamas County one in legislation that would add seven to the existing statewide total of 180. Read moreCounties would get new judgeships under pending bill

UPDATE: Severe weather shelters remain open Sunday night

With cold weather continuing, emergency warming shelters will remain open through the night of Sunday, Jan. 29 in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. Tr… Read moreUPDATE: Severe weather shelters remain open Sunday night

Victim in Scholls murder-suicide unsuccessfully sought restraining order

"Restraining orders are ultimately just a piece of paper," said Geeta Paul, director of advocacy and empowerment at the Domestic Violence Resource Center. Read moreVictim in Scholls murder-suicide unsuccessfully sought restraining order

U.S. Sen. Merkley applauds new efforts to expand journalism in Oregon

A bill to help struggling news organizations died in Congress in 2022; the Oregon Democrat says he’ll try again.

Oregon law enforcement leaders, elected officials react to police beating in Memphis

Throughout the region, Oregon officials decry the beating of Tyre Nichols and support the firing of five officers, who now criminal charges.

Kotek praises prototype affordable mass timber modular homes

An innovative, environmentally-friendly affordable housing pilot project was celebrated inside a sprawling warehouse at the Port of Portland’s Terminal 2 on Friday, Jan. 27.

Hopewell: Portland-area’s only dedicated hospice house reopens its doors

More than $5 million was raised by the Friends of Hopewell House, after the facility closed in 2019.

Forest Grove teen advancing in American Legion speech contest

Sydni Thorne, 14, presented about the history of the selective service.

Oregon celebrates second-highest graduation rate

Portland Public Schools beats state, county in on-time graduation rates

Cities pitch their plan for state homeless spending

They seek per-capita amounts, but Gov. Kotek says only, 'You will see resources that will help you' without a specific endorsement.

Washington County Family Justice Center centers survivors in criminal justice system

Under one roof in Beaverton, the Washington County Family Justice Center helps navigate the criminal justice system’s response to domestic violence.

Washington County courts trying new specialty court program to address public defender backlog

More than 100 criminal defendants in Washington County do not have court-appointed attorneys assigned to their case — further evidence of the impact of a mounting public defender crisis in Oregon.

GOP tactics in 2023 Oregon Legislature could range from combat to cooperation

Republican leaders in Salem will use stalling tactics to make sure their voices are heard.

Forest Grove Police Log: Saboteur knocks out cable, internet services to neighborhood

The Forest Grove Police Department rounds up calls for service from Jan. 6-12, 2023.

Three Washington County students taking on racism, pollution in Oregon Kid Governor's cabinet

From classroom speeches to the Oregon Capitol building, three Washington County elementary schoolers are looking to make a big impact across the state as members of the Oregon Kid Governor's cabinet.

Washington County Supportive Housing Services take root in first year

In May 2020, voters approved new income taxes on high earners and business profits to be distributed to housing and homeless services across the Metro region in Washington, Multnomah and Clackamas Counties.

Washington County man dies in single-vehicle crash

The crash occurred on Highway 47 between Banks and Forest Grove.

House Democratic leader is upbeat about 2023 session

Julie Fahey says new members and leaders have broad agreement on priorities of housing, mental health, schools and more.

EO Media to replace Medford newspaper soon

On the heels of the closure of the century-old Medford Mail Tribune, EO Media Group announced the company’s plans to open a new publication in the city on Friday, Jan. 20.

Oregon lacks protections for domestic violence victims, advocates say

Advocates for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault say the gaps in protection for these victims in Oregon’s criminal justice system have been around for decades.

‘King Tides,’ chance of sneaker waves bring hazardous weekend beach conditions

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, a ‘King Tide’ is a non-scientific term people often use to describe exceptionally high tides.

Open house to discuss new Highway 47 intersection in Forest Grove

The open house is Jan. 31 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Forest Grove City Auditorium at 1915 Main St.

Following Washington County's example, bill seeks to ban flavored tobacco sales in Oregon

A bipartisan bill in the Oregon Legislature would enact a statewide ban on flavored tobacco and nicotine products — a step that the Washington County Board of Commissioners hoped for when it enacted a similar ban in late 2021.

"Ezra's Law" bill back seeking tougher assault sentencing

A crime bill named for a Madras boy severely beaten in 2017 by his mother's boyfriend is back before the Oregon Legislature.

Vernonia man sentenced to 14 years following rape conviction

A Vernonia man was sentenced to more than 14 years in prison for physically abusing and raping his wife, and later attempting to persuade her not to testify against him.

OPINION: Investment needed in Oregon’s oral health care future

Dentists support a workforce funding package in the 2023 legislative session that would protect Oregonians’ access to dental care.

Countdown clock starts ticking on Legislature's "long session"

With bangs of gavels at either end of the Capitol Tuesday, the clock began ticking on the 160-day session of the Oregon Legislature.

Parties lay out their priorities for Oregon's 2023 session

Senate Democrats speak alone; Democrats and Republicans share the stage for the House, but offer differing goals as the clock starts on the 2023 session.

Dodge, duck, dip, dive, dodge and donate in Forest Grove

Ridgewalker Brewing's dodgeball tournament and food pantry drive will be held at at the gymnasium in the Old Town Church on Jan. 29.

Rep. Stout removed from committees

Oregon state Rep. Brian Stout was removed from all legislative committee assignments this week, just days after a judge declined to dismiss a protective order filed by a woman who accused Stout of sexual abuse and a week after he was sworn in…

Forest Grove Police Log: Unusual Christmas present ignites police response

Calls for service from Dec. 30, 2022, to Jan. 5, 2023, had the attention of the Forest Grove Police Department.

Forest Grove fire, police departments report record calls in 2022

Forest Grove Fire & Rescue and Forest Grove School District have partnered for a new fire science class aimed at helping grow future firefighters.

Incoming Rep. Brian Stout says 'absolutely not' to accusations of sexual abuse

In the first day of the evidentiary hearing, acquaintances of Stout and the woman accusing Stout of sexual abuse said the woman was "obsessed" with Stout and that they never heard of any nonconsensual sexual acts taking place in 2020 or 2021.

Cornelius man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in stabbing of wife

A Cornelius man pleaded guilty Thursday, Dec. 12, to stabbing and killing his wife in September 2021 in front of the couple’s children.

Congresswoman injured after being struck by car in Portland crosswalk

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, who represents Oregon's 1st District, suffered a concussion and laceration after she and her husband were hit by a car in a Portland intersection.

Administrators, students: Hunger is gripping Oregon college students, preventing degrees

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici held a roundtable discussion about student hunger at Portland State University Friday, Jan. 13.

Kotek names key staff in governor's office

A second deputy chief of staff will oversee agencies, with help from a group of policy advisers including a former state legislator.

Washington County MSTIP project approvals expected in early 2023

Washington County residents should know early in 2023 what street improvement projects are being approved by the county through its Major Streets Transportation Improvement Program (MSTIP).

Wyden addresses infrastructure, mental health, Russia's war at Beaverton town hall

A woman was escorted from the premises by police after angrily confronting the senator and disrupting the meeting with constituents.

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