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Oregon schools to require, receive masks for start of year
The state is expanding its mask requirement to include all children five and older, a step initially announced by Gov. Kate Brown at a press conference Wednesday morning. That includes schools.

Portland Pickles return to baseball in new league hits snag with coronavirus cases
Earlier this month, the Portland Pickles baseball team took to the field for the first time in 2020 to play ball against the Portland Gherkins.

Furloughed Educators, School Employees Across Oregon Not Receiving Promised Pay
School employees still haven't received the weekly $600 and unemployment benefits included in Oregon's Work Share program.

In North Portland, 10-year-old Aidan Hosts Protest For 'Peace and Justice'
Following weeks of protests in Portland and around the world after the death of George Floyd, one Portland 10-year-old wanted to host a family-friendly protest of his own.
What To Know About COVID-19 — 3 Months After The Pandemic Reached Oregon
COVID-19 remains a threat. That hasn't changed since March, when Oregon started social distancing and things locked down. But the way we understand the coronavirus is evolving.

Some Oregon Counties Could Enter Reopening Phase 2 As Soon As Friday
State officials have said the first 31 Oregon counties to move into Phase 1 are eligible for the next milestone — Phase 2 — as soon as Friday, June 5.

Pandemic Reveals Oregon's Major Child Care Problem
As counties across Oregon reopen and look to workers to return, they may find that working parents can't find care for their children.

Q&A: What To Expect As Oregon Starts To Reopen
The majority of Oregon’s population still lives under a “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order. But residents of 31 mostly rural counties will see restrictions begin to ease on Friday. Here's what you need to know.

Lawsuit Reveals Details About Josephine County Jail Death Uncovered In OPB Investigation
Janelle Marie Butterfield's death was first reported by OPB and the Northwest News Network as part of the Booked and Buried series.

Oregon Counties In The Dark About Friday Reopening Odds
Chaotic process just days before elected leaders from 33 counties hope to lift restrictions on businesses has left some leaders and business owners wondering when — or if — they can reopen.