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Kotek injects urgency to solve Oregon’s ‘unacceptable’ public defense crisis
SALEM — With six months to go before Gov. Tina Kotek assumes responsibility for the state’s public defense ...
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Oregon reports sharp rise in whooping cough cases, urges precautions
SALEM — Whooping cough is spreading again in Oregon, with 178 cases reported so far across nine counties. ...
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Next few days will ‘make or break’ some Oregon colleges’ enrollment amid FAFSA problems
SALEM — Usually this time of year, high school seniors would know which school they’re heading to next ...
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Latest Oregon economic forecast shows steady growth, uncertain future
SALEM — Oregon’s economy continues to grow steadily, if at a slower pace than it has in recent years, ...
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Oregon leads nation in increased income needed to be middle class
SACRAMENTO — The household income required to be considered middle class in the United States varies depending on ...
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Oregon growers said overtime pay would drive them out of business. Why aren’t they using the state’s financial assistance?
SALEM — Two years ago, Oregon lawmakers passed a new law requiring growers to provide farmworkers with overtime ...
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Project Rattlecam: Researchers study rattlesnakes using high-tech cameras
SALEM — Emily Taylor is keeping an eye on rattlesnakes from afar. And she’s doing it in the name ...
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Oregon officials warn against drinking raw milk as bird flu outbreak spreads in dairy cows
SALEM — The Oregon Health Advisory is warning against drinking raw or unpasteurized milk, as a precaution. That ...
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Buying a mattress in Oregon? That could soon come with an extra fee
SALEM — Anyone buying a mattress in Oregon may soon see an extra charge on their receipt: a ...
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Oregon’s birth rate is among nation’s lowest, and it keeps falling
PORTLAND — The maternity ward might feel a little lonely these days. Oregon has one of the lowest ...