Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency in Curry and Union counties through Executive Order 26-12 and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance. The Executive Order is available here. This marks the sixth …
The Oregon Heritage Commission will have tours of local heritage preservation efforts in the areas surrounding McMinnville on July 26 and will meet for the business meeting on July 27 at 9am at the Yamhill County History Museum in McMinnville and online …
Free worker safety and health training workshops are coming to rural communities in Oregon this summer thanks to a partnership between the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) and the Oregon Employment Department. The training …
An evacuation shelter is open at Hanby Middle School as firefighters continue to battle the 3,628-acre East Evans Creek Fire seven miles west of Shady Cove. The Jackson County Sheriff's Office has issued a Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation order …
Fire officials will host a public community meeting at 6 p.m. Monday at Prairie City High School to provide an update on the lightning-caused Salmon and Olive Butte fires in Grant County. The meeting will also stream live on the Salmon Fire OR 2026 …
Salem, OR — On July 10, 2026, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the East Evans Creek Road Fire in Jackson County. The Jackson County Fire Defense Board Chief requested assistance with life, safety, and structural fire …
Salem, OR — On July 11, 2026, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Olive Butte Fire in Grant County. The Grant County Fire Defense Board Chief and the Grant County Judge requested assistance with life, safety, and structural …
The Oregon State Fire Marshal Green Incident Management Team entered unified command with Northwest Team 12 on Sunday to coordinate structural protection on the Olive Butte Fire in Grant County. Pushed by gusty winds, dry conditions, and steep terrain, the …
Gusty winds expected on Sunday afternoon will test containment lines on the East Evans Creek Fire in Jackson County, which remains estimated at 2,656 acres. Firefighters are bracing for afternoon wind gusts up to 30 mph following a productive night of …
The Oregon State Fire Marshal is mobilizing four structural task forces and its Blue Incident Management Team to the fast-moving East Evans Creek Road fire in Jackson County. The fire which sparked Friday quickly grew to over 1,500 acres and is threatening …
The President terminated the remaining three commissioners on the Election Assistance Commission less than four months before a major election Yesterday, President Donald Trump terminated the last three commissioners on the bipartisan Election Assistance …
Recent reports indicate that mailed ballots were left in mailboxes on Election Day in Benton County Today, Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is calling on the U.S. Postal Service to reassure Oregonians of its commitment to picking up ballots on or …
This July, the Hillsboro and Tigard Oregon Department of Human Services offices are celebrating a milestone: four years of hosting their monthly Free Food Markets district wide. Both locations are planning special anniversary events, and community members …
Today, the Oregon Secretary of State's office launched a redesigned website that makes it easier for Oregonians to find information, access services, and use the site from any device. Visit the updated website at sos.oregon.gov. “Whether you're …
Statewide, OR – The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality selected the non-profit CALSTART and partners as a provisional Community Climate Investment entity for the agency’s Climate Protection Program. The Climate Protection Program is designed to …
Secretary Read pledges to stand up for Oregon as many times as it takes Yesterday, Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read received a letter from the U.S. Department of Justice stating that the federal government was ready to prosecute elections officials …
Young people in Oregon who have experienced homelessness and are pursuing higher education at eligible Oregon schools are eligible for the Oregon Department of Human Services, Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program Tuition and Fee Waiver Program. “College …
Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek signed a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) Brooke L. Rollins requesting a Secretarial Disaster Designation for Hood River and Wasco Counties and contiguous counties affected by severe losses to the 2025 …
Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek held a press conference to outline the impacts of the Protecting Oregonians With Energy Responsibility (POWER) Act, landmark legislation signed by the Governor in 2025 to protect Oregonians from rising electricity …
Salem, OR – Governor Tina Kotek today announced a leadership transition at the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Dr. Sejal Hathi has decided to step down from her position as Director to focus on family, personal priorities and the next chapter of life and …
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