U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer Resigns Amid Investigation

Oregon’s highest-level link to the Trump administration is out little more than a year after Senate confirmation.

By Nigel Jaquiss
April 21, 2026

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The Oregon Education Association Is Mighty—but Slipping

4/20/2026 - A loss in court and poor educational outcomes have weakened the union’s standing. It has responded with strikes and primary challenges to Democratic incumbents

Republican Candidates for Governor Face Off at Hillsboro Forum

4/17/2026 - The four top hopefuls generally ignored each other and the elephant (not) in the room.

Opponents of Climate Protection Program Ask Court to Halt Oregon’s Controversial Emissions Reduction Regulation

4/16/2026 - Labor, industry, utilities and trade associations file suit, alleging the program exceeds the state’s authority.

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Republican Candidates for Governor Raise Millions

4/15/2026 - The party’s first primary debate takes place Thursday, leading into a heavy advertising season.

Spotlight: Rep. Ken Helm

4/14/2026 - The Legislature’s leading land use expert irks some Democrats by backing a controversial farm-stand bill—and sharing his committee gavel with a rural Republican.

Oregon’s Gas Prices Are the Fifth Highest in the Nation

4/8/2026 - The Iran War has caused prices at the pump to surge across the country. Relief may be far off.

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