Explore

Rapid ReadRapid Read
Oregonians Prioritize Infrastructure Maintenance and Safety Amidst Transportation Budget Crisis

Oregonians Prioritize Infrastructure Maintenance and Safety Amidst Transportation Budget Crisis

Oregonians have identified maintaining and preserving highways and bridges, along with improving safety, as their top priorities for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) to address a projected $200 million budget gap in the 2027-29 budget cycle. A survey conducted between August and September by a workgroup established by Governor Tina Kotek, which included responses from approximately 8,650 residents across nearly all Oregon counties, revealed these preferences. Over 60% of respondents were from the Portland metro area. The survey asked participants to rank six transportation priorities, allocate funding percentages, and describe the impact of potential service reductions. Maintaining the existing transportation system, preserving key assets like bridges and roads, and improving safety were consistently ranked highest. Many respondents also expressed frustration with cuts to public transit, particularly TriMet in Portland, and called for more cost-effective project completion and no new taxes.
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Oregon State Parks Offer Diverse Hiking Experiences Across the State

Oregon State Parks Offer Diverse Hiking Experiences Across the State

Oregon State Parks provide a wide array of hiking opportunities, catering to various skill levels and preferences. For instance, Silver Falls State Park, located near Salem, features a dramatic forested canyon with ten waterfalls, some of which hikers can walk behind. The park boasts over 35 miles of trails, including the popular 7.2-mile Trail of Ten Falls and the more accessible one-mile North Rim Trail. Further north, Oswald West State Park near Seaside offers 2,484 acres of hiking trails within a temperate rainforest along the coastline, including a half-mile walk to Short Sand Beach and a 13-mile section of the Oregon Coast Trail. In southern Oregon, Collier Memorial State Park allows visitors to explore trails and wade in the Williamson River, with a 10-mile route connecting to the Fremont-Winema National Forest. Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park, north of Florence, also features trails that are part of the Oregon Coast Trail, leading to scenic spots like the Heceta Head Lighthouse. These parks e...
USA TodayUSA Today
Oregon is on the wrong track. A GOP governor could fix that | Opinion

Oregon is on the wrong track. A GOP governor could fix that | Opinion

The last time Oregon elected a Republican governor was 1982. It could change this year in the race between Gov. Tina Kotek and Sen. Christine Drazan.
Capitol CurrentCapitol Current
What the Governor of Oregon Can Do About Congressional Maps

What the Governor of Oregon Can Do About Congressional Maps

A look at the Oregon governor's specific powers, from the veto pen to the bully pulpit, in the high-stakes process of drawing congressional district maps.
AP NewsAP News
Trump's $90 Medicare rebate rolls out, but millions are left out. Critics say it's a political stunt

Trump's $90 Medicare rebate rolls out, but millions are left out. Critics say it's a political stunt

President Donald Trump's Trump’s promised $90 Medicare rebate rolls out this week, but millions of people will be left out
Rapid ReadRapid Read
U.S. Representative Maggie Goodlander Secures $281K Federal Funding for Paramedic Training in Salem, New Hampshire

U.S. Representative Maggie Goodlander Secures $281K Federal Funding for Paramedic Training in Salem, New Hampshire

U.S. Representative Maggie Goodlander (D-Concord) announced that Salem, New Hampshire, will receive $281,636 in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding for paramedic training. This allocation is part of a broader effort by Representative Goodlander to secure federal resources for first responders and firefighters across New Hampshire. She emphasized the importance of supporting these essential workers who consistently respond to emergencies. This funding follows a previous allocation of $89,427 to Salem in 2025 through the same federal program. Representative Goodlander highlighted other federal funding initiatives she has supported, including CPR devices in Colebrook, portable radios in Weare, fresh air packs in Littleton, Goshen, Spofford, and Hebron, and a new tanker in Hancock. Her statement underscored a commitment to ensuring that first responders have the necessary equipment and training to continue their life-saving work.
AP NewsAP News
Trump's $90 Medicare rebate rolls out, but millions aren't eligible. Critics see a political stunt

Trump's $90 Medicare rebate rolls out, but millions aren't eligible. Critics see a political stunt

President Donald Trump's Trump’s promised $90 Medicare rebate rolls out this week, but millions of people will be left out
TrendlineTrendline
Genentech Announces $750 Million Expansion in Hillsboro, Oregon, Creating 250 High-Wage Jobs

Genentech Announces $750 Million Expansion in Hillsboro, Oregon, Creating 250 High-Wage Jobs

Genentech Announces $750 Million Expansion in Hillsboro, Oregon, Creating 250 High-Wage Jobs
1Weather1Weather
USDA Declares Drought Emergency in California Counties

USDA Declares Drought Emergency in California Counties

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Del Norte, Humboldt, and Siskiyou counties in California as natural disaster areas due to severe drought conditions. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, these counties experienced D2 (Severe Drought) for eight or more consecutive weeks or D3 (Extreme Drought) or D4 (Exceptional Drought) during the growing season. This designation allows affected producers to access emergency loans through the USDA Farm Service Agency to recover from losses, replace essential items, and reorganize farming operations. Contiguous counties in California and Oregon are also eligible for assistance. Source time: not specified.
Detroit Free PressDetroit Free Press
Resident backlash prompts more cities to ditch Flock cameras

Resident backlash prompts more cities to ditch Flock cameras

Flock cameras proliferated across Michigan and the nation before privacy concerns fueled a backlash.
Palm Beach PostPalm Beach Post
When does daylight saving time end? Time change in Palm Beach County

When does daylight saving time end? Time change in Palm Beach County

The countdown to the end of daylight saving time 2026 is on, with the 'fall back' time change fast approaching.
1Weather1Weather
High Pressure Brings Above-Normal Temperatures to Oregon

High Pressure Brings Above-Normal Temperatures to Oregon

Forecasters from the National Weather Service in Medford have reported that a high-pressure system is currently influencing the weather in Oregon, leading to temperatures approximately 10°F (5.5°C) above normal for this time of year. However, a cold front is expected to move into the region on Friday, bringing a significant drop in temperatures over the weekend. Highs are forecasted to reach around 80°F (26.7°C) on Friday before falling to near 70°F (21.1°C) on Saturday and Sunday. This marks a 15°F (8.3°C) decrease in just two days. No precipitation is anticipated during this period.