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Merkley: A lot of work ahead for Congress

Democratic senator says Republican majority in House off to a bad start with cuts in tax-collection efforts; he covers a wide range of issues at a Clackamas town hall. Read moreMerkley: A lot of work ahead for Congress

Tigard land swap of River Terrace 2.0 approved by Metro

Tigard will get moving on planning for the next phase of River Terrace, which could add 4,500 new homes to the city. Construction isn't expected to start before 2026. Read moreTigard land swap of River Terrace 2.0 approved by Metro

Kotek proposes $200 million for semiconductor plan

Governor: 'We take this opportunity seriously,' but she leaves it to lawmakers to fashion details early in the 2023 session to attract federal money. Read moreKotek proposes $200 million for semiconductor plan

Adrienne Nelson's nomination to U.S. judgeship advances again

Committee moves it to a vote of the full Senate, which failed to conclude action at the end of last year, when the 117th Congress expired. Read moreAdrienne Nelson's nomination to U.S. judgeship advances again

Church, grange combine to benefit Estacada Food Bank

The event will feature the Highway Home Band, which plays old time bluegrass and gospel music. Organizers ask that everyone bring either nonperishable food Read moreChurch, grange combine to benefit Estacada Food Bank

Family discovers remains of Kyle Kirchem in creek near Rainbow Campground on Mt. Hood National Forest

An article or clothing found near the campground led family members to the remains of their loved one. Read moreFamily discovers remains of Kyle Kirchem in creek near Rainbow Campground on Mt. Hood National Forest

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

Man walks away from adult care home in Oregon City

24-year-old Ivan Pense-Wollam might be using public transportation to reach Vancouver, Gladstone or Sandy

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.

Police calls increase as Estacada asks for another deputy

Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office will review its contract with Estacada and the city is asking for more police coverage amid an increase in police activity in the area last year.

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. TriMet is providing free transportation to the shelters.

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.

Hydrologists hope for snowpack to bounce back

In a turn of environmental events, Southern Oregon is currently boasting a healthier snowpack than our local Hood, Sandy, Lower Deschutes region.

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.

Legacy Mount Hood to close birthing center

Expecting parents will have to travel to Portland

Rangers keep up graduation winning streak

Estacada High School once again boosted the number of students that earned a diploma and bested the state average for 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.

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.

Mary Poppins flies into Estacada

Estacada High School is staging “Mary Poppins” for it’s winter musical and it promises to be, well, supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

Planned features at Campanella Park scrubbed

Plans raised the ire of nearby residents who live in the Campanella Estates subdivision.

PHOTOGRAPHER'S NOTEBOOK: A moment in Oregon’s history as seen through my lens

Two fellow photojournalists and I were allowed to capture the historic moment when Tina Kotek, soon to be governor, stood with her wife and rewrote Oregon history books.

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.

‘King Tides,’ chance of sneakers 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.

Clackamas County to offer housing mediation training Feb. 16

Clackamas County will offer basic mediation training and housing mediation services in an effort to aid community members in resolving conflicts and preventing future evictions as of Feb. 16, 2023.

Mt. Hood Museum prepares annual snow day event

It’s a new year, and with that staff and volunteers at the Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum invite all to come make fresh tracks in the snow with the annual Ski the Glade fundraiser.

Estacada man faces 6 felony charges

An Estacada man who was shot by law enforcement officers responding to a domestic disturbance appeared in court Wednesday, Jan. 18 and is facing six felony counts.

"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.

Eastside entrepreneurs endure despite COVID openings

Keeks Cafe, Legacy Coffee, Lennox Jai all thriving following pandemic starts

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.

Events listing: Check out Clackamas Community College exhibit and more

Wilsonville history lectures

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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.

Clackamas County Arts Alliance competition hopes to attract writers in different genres

Writers may enter poetry, short stories, essays and plays

Estacada Library has new programs and a big honor

The Estacada Library was named as one of six cozy libraries in Oregon, just as it is offering some new or revived services.

Head-on crash outside Eagle Creek results in death of 22-year-old driver

Miguel Adams died after allegedly driving into oncoming lanes

Clackamas County's three oldest firefighters share chuckle, serious reflections

Aging population has implications for firefighting and the future of work in general

News leadership changes announced at Pamplin Media

Pamplin staffers have been promoted and take on new duties to better serve local communities.

Pamplin Media Group names new president

J. Brian Monihan also named publisher of Portland Tribune

Two Portland lawmakers take aim at housing, homelessness

Portlanders Sen. Kayse Jama and Rep. Maxine Dexter hold important gavels on committees that oversee housing.

Spiral features community artists

The Spiral Gallery January show is a chance for local, non-professional artists from 6 to 96 years old to display their work for the public and organizers say there is some “amazing” work to view.

Kotek focuses on homelessness, housing in first executive orders

State will oversee interagency work with local governments; housing production target set at 36,000 annually, which new governor concedes will take some work.

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