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Here’s what we know about the DEQ cyberattack so far
Oregon’s Department of Environmental Quality recently survived a massive cyber attack. Here's what OPB has learned about what happened, how DEQ responded, and why cyber attacks could become more common.

Hackers release millions of files after Oregon DEQ cyberattack
A ransomware group has uploaded over a million files it claims to have stolen from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. It’s not yet clear if Oregonians’ vehicle registration data is impacted.

Oregon to temporarily delay zero-emission trucks rules
Oregon to temporarily delay efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from medium- to heavy-duty trucks. DEQ regulators will work on developing permanent rules during the next six months.

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Oregon Gets Unusual Opportunity To Impact Federal Air Quality Rules
The Trump administration is proposing to lower vehicle fuel economy standards and a loosening of power plant emissions targets.
Portland's Toxic Air Problem
Bullseye Glass Cutting Staff Hours Starting Monday
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality said the company may not make glass using a list of nine metals. Bullseye said this effectively eliminates 80 percent of its product lines.