Public Safety
Federal funds withheld over Oregon’s sanctuary status impact Columbia County marine patrol
Loss of federal funding to the Oregon State Marine Board because of the state’s sanctuary status will result…
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Business
Statewide minimum wage increases 35 cents, the lowest rise in ten years
The standard statewide hourly wage will rise to $15.05 per hour, while Portland’s minimum wage will rise to…
Lifestyles
‘Welcome to your waterfront’: St. Helens cuts the ribbon on riverfront redevelopments
A decade of planning, visioning and building along the shore of the Columbia River finally came to fruition…
Local News
Mya Cash crowned Miss Oregon 2025 in Seaside
After four days of preliminary rounds, interviews, and a parade, Mya Cash, Miss Lane County, was crowned Miss…
Local News
Columbia County public transit adds route linking St. Helens to Rainier, Longview
Columbia County’s public transit service will add a new route linking St. Helens to Rainier this summer. The…
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…
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…
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…
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…