Lucille McNamara

The Oregon Employment Department (OED is not increasing either Unemployment Insurance (UI) or Paid Leave Oregon in 2026. Director Andrew R. Stolfi says keeping rates unchanged is important for the state’s economy in increasingly…

The Oregon Health Authority has named five healthcare organizations that claimed unreasonably high cost growth in 2023. Healthcare Costs Pinned at 3.4% Yearly OHA’s Sustainable Health Care Cost Growth Target Program, which…

Face Rock Creamery LLC of Bandon, Oregon, has recalled potentially fatally contaminated 6-oz. units of Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which released the company announcement.…

Extremely high levels of the toxin, microcystin, have been found in the Barnes Unit of the Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge. Waterfowl Hunters and Dog Owners Urged to Exercise Caution The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is…

A body retrieved from remote terrain in the Mount Hood National Forest yesterday is believed to be that of missing hunter, Devon Dobek. The remains were spotted by Dobek’s family, friends, and community members who had continued to…

PORTLAND, Ore. — One person died and two others were injured in a shooting at a residence near Southeast 125th Avenue and Southeast Division Street, Portland, early yesterday morning. When East Precinct officers arrived on the scene at…

EUGENE, Ore. — Three Eugene police patrol vehicles were damaged in eight minutes of high drama, involving a car chase, blaring sirens, and flashing lights. Drama Began When the Police Failed to Stop a Reckless Driver The…

Population density, urbanization, and traffic volume influence the number of fatal hit-and-run accidents nationwide, a factor that emerged during research conducted by a law firm that placed Oregon 18th. On the other end of the scale,…

The Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) says it remains committed to accountability, public safety, and transparency as it implements a state Supreme Court ruling that could shorten prison terms by crediting people for time served before…

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality yesterday awarded $11.5 million to projects focused on reducing diesel emissions. According to a DEQ news release, 43 of the 60 applications for funding have been awarded to Oregon…