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Oregon land regulators seek more compact and equitable housing — and maybe less parking
In drive to attack climate change, the Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission moves forward with new rules aimed at reducing automobile use.

Oregon governor candidate Betsy Johnson says she’s the only choice for voters tired of partisanship
Johnson is attempting to gain enough signatures to make the November ballot as an unaffiliated candidate.

Oregon Health Authority: Pandemic ‘not over,’ but it has changed. Again
COVID rates continued to rise this week even as hospitalizations stayed lower than in previous surges. Public health officials urge caution.

Christina Stephenson and Cheri Helt in apparent runoff for Oregon labor commissioner
Employment attorney Christina Stephenson and former state lawmaker Cheri Helt will likely face off this November for the chance to lead Oregon’s Bureau of Labor and Industries.

Dry conditions, labor shortage pose challenge for Oregon wildfire season
Spring moisture has delayed the start of wildfire season in Oregon, but drought and a shortage of personnel could strain fire response this summer.

As COVID-19 surges again, Oregon officials say it’s now a ‘a mild virus,’ in most cases
While those at high risk or who just don’t want to get sick should consider taking additional measures right now, including masking, to stay well, public health officials in Oregon want people to keep “doing the things that are important to them”

Oregon adopts heat and smoke rules for workers
The rules require access to shade, water and cool-down breaks for farmworkers and other laborers. Proponents say they are the most protective in the nation.

A new Oregon mining boom could be a bust for sage grouse
At least three companies have staked mining claims in some of the best remaining sage grouse habitat in Oregon.
Oregon wildfires are worsening. But fire prevention doesn’t look like a top priority for governor candidates
Oregon wildfires have become increasingly catastrophic every year, and scientists say they’re only going to get worse. But you wouldn’t know it by following the state’s gubernatorial primary.

Race for Oregon labor commissioner attracts candidates with legal, government experience
Commissioner Val Hoyle's decision to run for Congress left an open seat atop the state's Bureau of Labor and Industries.