Government
Columbia County implements furlough days to tackle funding shortages
Facing millions of dollars less in revenue for the next fiscal year, Columbia County plans to close county ...
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Lifestyle
The spectacle that is the St. Paul Rodeo
Action inside and outside the arena draws tens of thousands to the tiny town for first day of ...
News
St. Helens native injured in Coeur d’Alene firefighter ambush
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include additional information on David Tysdal’s background. A St. Helens ...
Government
State funding helps put planned Amani Center expansion back on track
The Amani Center is getting a boost from state funds to help continue its mission of serving children ...
Public Safety
‘More than training’: St. Helens police officer graduates from FBI National Academy
Inside St. Helens Police Sgt. José Castilleja’s office, there are two painted, cement bricks that serve as a ...
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Business
Comcast Launches Simpler, Transparent Internet Plans—What It Means for Oregon Households
Comcast has unveiled a new national pricing structure for its Xfinity Internet service, designed to simplify how customers ...
Professional
Another loss to Spokane runs Hops’ losing streak to nine games
In another chapter of what’s becoming an increasingly sad story, the Hops dropped another game to Spokane — ...
Lifestyles
This app tells you where it’s safe to swim in the Columbia River
Looking to stave off the summer heat with a dip in the Columbia River? An app bolstered by ...
Lifestyle
Pedal to the mettle: Beaverton cyclist to conquer Tour de France route in support of leukemia research
Beaverton cyclist Joe Dominey is set on an extraordinary journey. From June 28 to July 20, the Beaverton ...
Professional
When will it end? Hops lose 8-1 to Spokane for eighth straight defeat
Make it eight. On the backs of a five-run fourth inning and strong pitching performance, Spokane defeated Hillsboro ...
Columnists
RURAL REFLECTIONS: Don’t shoot
I had just seen the optometrist. Eyes were doing great. Put anything in front of me and I ...
Government
Measure expanding foster youth rights passes Oregon Senate again, overriding Kotek veto
The bill’s author said she had never heard from the governor about the bill prior to her Tuesday ...
Business
Oregon House introduces scaled-down transportation bill with days left in session
The latest proposal is unpopular with Republicans and some rank-and-file Democrats who said they’ve not had enough time ...
Professional
Spokane deals Hops seventh straight defeat in series opener
When does it end? Things went from bad to worse for Hillsboro on Tuesday night when after returning ...
Business
Lawmakers, Secretary of State back delaying 2024 Oregon campaign finance law from taking effect
An unremarkable, technical fix bill could be used to delay the state’s 2024 campaign finance law limiting contributions ...
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Business
Oregon lawmakers tuck $1 billion into late-session ‘Christmas tree’ spending bill
House Bill 5006 includes money for natural disasters, raises, museums and more Oregon lawmakers on Tuesday approved $1 ...
Lifestyle
Forest Grove’s Concours d’Elegance gears up to roll into town for 51st celebration
Gleaming chrome, whitewall tires and the roar of meticulously restored engines will take center stage next month as ...
Opinion
OPINION: St. Helens will always be my home
I have written a lot, and said a lot of different things, but I will always consider St. ...
Business
Oregon Senate rejects bill making big tech pay for local journalism as session end nears
The bill’s author told the Capital Chronicle after the vote that she would be reintroducing the bill next ...
High School
Columbia County sports year in review: Scappoose, St. Helens had more than their share of success
With the 2024-25 school year behind us, it’s again time to take a look at and celebrate the ...
Business
Opinion: Bans on rent-pricing algorithms could backfire, lead to higher prices
The Pacific Northwest boasts natural splendors and world-class companies from Amazon and Microsoft to Nike and Columbia Sportswear. ...
Government
No relief coming for Oregon’s struggling pharmacies as bill fails
Lawmakers couldn’t find a compromise on a bill to regulate pharmacy benefit managers Oregon lawmakers’ latest attempt ...
Government
Oregon House votes to protect Oregon National Guard from being deployed by Trump, future presidents
House Democrats voted Friday to protect the Oregon National Guard from being used as law enforcement or deployed ...
Government
U.S. Senate passes bill to reauthorize funding for rural Oregon, Idaho schools
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the bill to reauthorize a program that has provided billions to schools, roads and other ...
Government
St. Helens residents will pay more for these city services
The city of St. Helens has approved a new budget, and residents will see increased fees for city ...