Elizabeth Castillo
Elizabeth Castillo is a producer for OPB’s daily talk show, “Think Out Loud.” Before joining the team, Elizabeth covered California policy and politics as a general assignment reporter for CalMatters, a nonpartisan, nonprofit newsroom. Elizabeth is a Dow Jones News Fund and NPR Next Generation Radio alum. She graduated from Chico State with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and is a first generation college grad. Elizabeth grew up in Bakersfield, California. She's an avid fan of caffeine, pizza and ice cream.
Latest Stories
How tariffs are affecting Oregon’s seafood industry
The West Coast seafood industry is caught in the crosshairs of tariff uncertainty.
Oregon doctor speaks out against proposed Medicaid cuts
In Oregon, some fear changes to Medicaid could hit healthcare in rural communities especially hard.
Local newspaper Malheur Enterprise closing after 115 years
We hear more about the newspaper from the retiring publisher.
Oregon lawmakers grapple with transportation policy
Transportation funding is a top priority for Oregon lawmakers this legislative session.
Grants Pass grapples with how to balance needs of community, both housed and unhoused
Grants Pass has been at the center of a national conversation about where people who are homeless can stay.
Portland showcase highlights the power of protest songs
Songs of Power and Protest is happening in Portland on April 26 at the Cravin' Gravy Social Club. We learn more about the event.
Depoe Bay business owners win award from the US Small Business Administration
The owners of Tradewinds Charters in Depoe Bay recently won a statewide award from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Yamhill County is getting families with children out of homelessness. Here’s what’s working.
The Yamhill Community Action Partnership has reached “functional zero” for unsheltered families with children.
In Washington, how has ‘Joel’s Law’ been working?
The law allows families to commit loved ones facing a severe mental health illness.
Oregon economist examines the future of ODOT
Portland economist Joe Cortright says ODOT’s projects have a history of costing much more than initial estimates. He joins us with details of his concerns.
