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Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 16 February 2022

Portland Citizen Review Committee Chair Candace Avalos

Proponents of police reform see promise in agreement that includes police discipline guide.

Details: Written by FATIMA HUSSEIN Associated Press; Published: 15 February 2022

Sen. Ron Wyden

"No taxpayers should have to fork over $1,000 to a private company to get their phone calls answered by the IRS,” said Sen. Ron Wyden referring to a line-jumping service.

Details: Written by Associated Press; Published: 14 February 2022

(AP Photo/Richard Vogel, File)

Researchers believe psilocybin could help treat depression, PTSD and addiction, and Oregon’s system would allow for consumption of the substance in a therapeutic setting for anyone 21 years or older.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 11 February 2022

(Photo/ Brian J Lowe)

Announcing a final two-week extension of the eviction moratoria, Mayor Bruce Harrell issues directive to support vulnerable tenants and small landlords through $25 million in emergency assistance, online resources

Details: Written by Associated Press; Published: 11 February 2022

Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan

Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan has rejected proposed ballot measures to cap political donations on procedural grounds

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 10 February 2022

Rep. Janelle Bynum (D-Clackamas)

Legislature considers joining majority of other U.S. states in paying damages to those who have served time for felonies they did not commit.

Details: Written by Associated Press; Published: 10 February 2022

(Photo/ Jay Rembert)

The Washington state Senate has voted to ban the manufacture, distribution and sale of firearm magazines that hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition.

Details: Written by Associated Press; Published: 09 February 2022

(Amanda Cowan/The Columbian via AP)

Residents and law enforcement members gathered to honor a Vancouver police officer who was mistakenly fatally shot by a sheriff’s deputy during a search for a man suspected of armed robbery.