Deepfake of Washington County, Oregon, Candidate Goes Viral Nationwide
It’s led to vitriolic comments that call for her deportation and a confrontation after a candidates forum in Hillsboro on Thursday.
By Penny Rosenberg
Social Security Cost-of-Living Bump Helps, yet Possible Cuts Still Loom
10/16/2026 - In Oregon, ranked 11th for oldest population, many counties face disproportionate financial risks if Congress fails to prevent a projected 22% benefit cut by 2032.
The Secret Behind the Attendance Numbers at Ducks and Beavers Football Games
10/12/2026 - More than 20% of fans’ tickets went unused last season, a trend that continues this fall.
Your Potluck Might Be a Crime in Oregon
10/9/2026 - One North Oregon Coast couple learned the hard way. Here’s what they’re doing about it.
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State Housing Agency Regularly Exceeds Benchmark for Construction Costs
10/8/2026 - Oregon has the nation’s second-highest rate of homelessness, yet the state keeps funding affordable housing that costs far more than the national average.
Congressional Republicans Target Oregon Environmentalists
10/5/2026 - The House Committee on Natural Resources criticizes Oregon Wild and Cascadia Wildlands for their ‘lawfare.’
Four Highlights From Last Night's Governor Debate
10/2/2026 - Gov. Kotek and state Sen. Drazan clashed on voting by mail, education funding, campaign donors, and the National Guard.
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