Multnomah Public Defenders Walk Out to Push for Reforms in Salem

“Our clients aren’t being treated with dignity or respect by a system that stretches lawyers this thin.”

Oregon Legislature Passes Bill Banning the Texting of Sexually Explicit Images Without Consent

The Oregon Senate today approved a bill aimed at cracking down on the spread of “revenge porn.”

Oregon Hate Crime Reform Bill Hits a Stumbling Block in Salem

“It would be a tragedy if we allowed another year to go by without providing necessary and adequate protections to Oregonians who have been the victims of bias crimes.”

Rep. Greg Smith Is a Member of the Select Group That Doles Out State Dollars. He Also Makes a Tidy Living From Public Contracts. It’s Perfectly Legal.

State Rep. Greg Smith (R-Heppner) may be the best compensated lawmaker in Salem.

Senate Republicans Headed Back to Work. Sources Say Democrats Traded Away Vaccines and Gun Safety Bill.

With a Surprise Amendment, A State Senator Attempts to Block Oregon Lottery’s Entrance into Internet and Mobile Gambling

An Oregon state senator attempts to ban the Oregon Lottery from expanding to internet and mobile offerings.

Massive Teacher Walkout Demands Education Funding: “Oregon Schools Have Been Starved”

As the legislature considers a $2 billion tax package, students and teachers across Oregon marched in support of public school funding.

Billions of Dollars Are on the Table in Salem This Week. What Do the Key Players Want?

The jockeying around a new tax plan and a key lawmaker and Gov. Kate Brown’s desire to cut pension costs are making for high stakes negotiations.