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Lightning Sparks 72 Fires in One Night in Southwest Oregon
The National Interagency Fire Center lists the whole of Oregon as having “significant wildland fire potential” for the month of July.
Hunters and Environmentalists Join Together to Fight for Lodging Tax Increase
The two groups, who often fall on opposite sides of the political spectrum, are together pursuing a tax increase that would benefit them both.
Time Running Out on a Bill That Could Help Wildfire Victims
As the 2025 legislative session lurches toward its conclusion, a bipartisan bill aimed at speeding wildfire damage payouts remains stalled in committee.
City Initiative Finishes Installing 15,000 Cooling Units in Time for Summer
The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability also announced it will install an additional 10,000 cooling units by 2026.
DEQ Pauses Enforcement of Controversial Advanced Clean Trucks Rule
Gov. Kotek cites lack of federal support for transitioning to electric vehicles.
Scientist Who Observed Santiam Canyon Fire Disputes Forestry Department’s Report on Cause
A fire behavior scientist who was at the front lines of the deadly 2020 Santiam Canyon Fire is challenging the conclusions of a recently released report by the Oregon Department of Forestry.
PGE’s Plan to Cut Trees in Forest Park Goes to City Council Thursday
A controversial proposal by Portland General Electric to cut down nearly 5 acres of trees in Forest Park will go before City Council at 2 pm Wednesday.
