Prosperity Council’s Report Challenges Kotek to Signal That Oregon Is Open for Business
The 15-member panel of business and labor leaders proposed four modest tax code changes, replacing the Climate Protection Program, and some less controversial reforms.
By Nigel Jaquiss
6/23/2026 - An aging population, lack of rural treatment and health care, low alcohol taxes, and a pervasive drinking culture all contribute to the high death rates.
Prosperity Council Likely to Streamline State’s Economic Development Agency
6/17/2026 - The agency missed its job creation target nine out of the past 10 years. The solution: a lower target.
Air Conditioning Is Becoming More Vital to Oregon’s Public Health and Safety
6/16/2026 - The recent heat wave forebodes a dangerous summer for vulnerable groups.
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Oregon’s Aging Population Poses Challenges for Economic Revival
6/10/2026 - Gov. Tina Kotek’s Prosperity Council will propose fixes later this month.
Most of Oregon’s State Teacher Prep Programs Still Get an F in Reading Instruction
6/9/2026 - Southern Oregon University went from failing to an A in three years.
Former U.S. Senator Bob Packwood Dies at 93
6/6/2026 - The Senate’s master of the tax code will instead be remembered for the scandal that ended his career.