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There are 16 Thousand More Unemployed in Oregon Than Last Year
The jobless rate in Oregon has increased by 0.7% in the last year, translating to 16,000 more unemployed in the state compared to 2023.
But 8,500 New Jobs Became Available in July
However, compared to historical standards, the…
A Ban on Cell Phones in Medford Classrooms is Under Investigation by the School District Board
MEDFORD, Ore — Using cell phones in classrooms could soon be banned at all schools in the Medford School District (MSD).
Call for Feedback Before Implementation
Feedback from the community, parents, students, and the handful of…
Jackson & Josephine County Fire Danger Levels Increase And Triple Digits Temperatures Expected
JACKSON COUNTY, Ore — The National Weather Service has also issued an excessive heat warning for the next few days for a significant part of the Willamette Valley.
Currently high fire danger levels in Jackson and Josephine counties will…
Medford Drug Diversion Case: $303 Million Lawsuit Filed against Asante
UPDATE: Civil Case Against Former Asante Nurse Stayed Pending Outcome Of Criminal Trial
MEDFORD, Ore — 18 Claimants have filed a lawsuit in the Jackson County circuit court against Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (RRMC) where a…
Copperfield Fire Update: Emergency Declared As Fire Spreads To Over 3,200 Acres
UPDATE 3: Copperfield Fire Update: Containment Reaches 68%
UPDATE 2: Copperfield Fire Update: Over 3,800 Acres, Containment Now At 26%
UPDATE: Copperfield Fire Update: Crews Line Perimeter As Fire Covers Over 3,600 Acres…
Klamath County Orders Evacuations As Copperfield Fire Blazes Spread
UPDATE 4: Copperfield Fire Update: Containment Reaches 68%
UPDATE 3: Copperfield Fire Update: Over 3,800 Acres, Containment Now At 26%
UPDATE 2: Copperfield Fire Update: Crews Line Perimeter As Fire Covers Over 3,600 Acres
UPDATE:…
Oregon’s Fire Season: 1.5 Million Acres Burned Across The State
With temperatures still rising over the Labor Day weekend, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek reminded Oregonians that fire season has a long way to go before it’s over.
Fire Season In Oregon Above Average
This year so far, 1.5 million…
Postmaster General says Mail Ballots will be Delivered Timeously
Residents of Oregon have until October 15 to register for the upcoming election. Voters have been given until Election Day on November 5 to mail their ballots or to hand deliver them to official drop boxes.
In the meantime, Postmaster…
A White-Collar Recession Could Impact a $978 Million Kickback to Oregon Taxpayers
Oregon taxpayers could receive a $978 million kickback from the state Department of Revenue, but economist Josh Lehner has warned that a white-collar recession could dilute the windfall.
Economic uncertainties could impact the sixth…
Oregon House Bill Reverts To Hard Drug Possession Criminal Penalties
In a significant walkback of Measure 110, Oregon will undergo an important policy shift on September 1, as House Bill 4002 comes into effect. The bill sets out criminal penalties for possession of hard drugs.
Drug…