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Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC) has awarded $62,360 in grants to 14 historic cemetery projects throughout the state through the Historic Cemeteries Grant program.

Oregon AG, Treasurer, to Investigate Fox Corporation Board of Directors for Breach of Fiduciary Duty

Representing the Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund (OPERF), Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum has begun an investigation into a potential stockholder derivative action against the board of directors of Fox Corporation, the corporate parent of Fox News, for breach of fiduciary duty.

Wyden, Merkley: $225,000 to Klamath and Lake Counties for Economic Development

U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley on June 7 announced that the South Central Oregon Economic Development District will receive $225,000 from the Economic Development Administration for economic development planning in Klamath and Lake counties.

Wyden, Merkley: $225,000 to Klamath and Lake Counties for Economic Development

U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley on June 7 announced that the South Central Oregon Economic Development District will receive $225,000 from the Economic Development Administration for economic development planning in Klamath and Lake counties.

Wildfire Smoke Continues To Burden Communities Across Oregon, Deq Report Shows

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 11, 2023

Wildfire smoke continues to cause unhealthy air quality in communities across Oregon, with southern and central Oregon experiencing the most significant impacts.

Merkley, Wyden Announce $10 Million Coming to Oregon for Fire Resiliency and Ecosystem Restoration

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 11, 2023

Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced on June 2 that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will be investing $10 million from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to help increase fire resiliency and protect native vegetation on public lands in Oregon.

Oregon Regulators Issue Warning About ‘pig Butchering’ Scams

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 10, 2023

The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is warning consumers to be wary of an unexpected text or direct message from a stranger – it might be the first step in a “pig butchering” scam.

Wyden, Colleagues Applaud Rule Change to Increase Transparency and Access to Capital for Small Businesses

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 10, 2023

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden on June 2 with colleagues praised the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for implementing changes to the Equal Credit Opportunity Act to bring transparency to small business lending, combat unlawful discrimination, and provide increased access to fair capital.

Merkley, Wyden Announce $1.55 Million to Improve Oregon Transportation by Tackling Problems Caused by Railroad Crossings

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 10, 2023

Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced on June 6 that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will be awarding Bend and Portland a combined total of $1,550,000 to support planning and projects that will eliminate railroad crossings, improving congestion, accessibility, and safety in the communities.

Oregon Army National Guard General Gets Second Star (Photo)

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 9, 2023

The Oregon Army National Guard promoted Brig. Gen. Gregory Day to the rank of major general in a ceremony, June 9, 2023, at the 41st Infantry Division Armed Forces Reserve Center, Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Oregon.

Wyden, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Increase Multilingual Content Moderation Enforcement and Transparency

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 9, 2023

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden said on June 2 he and Senate colleagues have introduced legislation that would improve multilingual large language models, automated decision-making systems, and content moderation practices to better protect non-English speaking communities online.

Wyden, Merkley: More Than $642,000 to Oregon State University to Detect Plant Diseases

By Beaver State News Report | Jun 9, 2023

U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley on June 6 announced that Oregon State University will receive more than $642,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to build out a tool that diagnoses invasive diseases in native plants.

Attorney General Rosenblum Announces $102.5 Million National Settlement with Suboxone Maker for Alleged Illegal Monopoly Tactics

Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum announced today that Oregon has joined 41 other states in a nationwide $102.5 million settlement with the maker of Suboxone, Indivior Inc. Oregon will receive approximately $1.5 million from the settlement.

June Is Search And Rescue Month In Oregon: Prepare, Be Aware And Stay Safe While Exploring The Great Outdoors This Summer

Warmer weather has arrived, and Oregonians are eager to hike, camp, boat, climb and explore.

Wyden, Merkley Reintroduce Bill Seeking Healing for Stolen Native Children and their Communities

U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley said on June 2 they and Senate colleagues have reintroduced legislation that seeks healing for stolen Native children and their communities.

Merkley, Wyden Announce Nearly $1 Million Coming to Oregon for Housing Vouchers to Help Low-income, Housing Insecure Residents Afford Rent

Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced on June 5 that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is awarding local housing authorities a combined total of $985,893 to help address the housing needs of communities in Portland, Albany, The Dalles, and Klamath Falls.

Be Alert For Landslides Across Northeast Oregon

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for portions of northeast Oregon, including parts of Union and Wallowa Counties.

Seeking Comments On Proposed Restrictions To Driving On Two Sections Of Ocean Shore In Lincoln City

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is requesting public comment on a proposed administrative rule amendment to restrict motor vehicles on two sections of the ocean shore in Lincoln City.

Wyden Secures Key Changes to National Broadband Map, Boosting Funding to Expand Oregon Broadband Access

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., on June 1 announced that a new version of the National Broadband Map fixed significant inaccuracies that could have cost Oregon hundreds of millions in federal funding to expand access to broadband.

Merkley, Wyden Announce $10 Million Coming to Oregon for Fire Resiliency and Ecosystem Restoration