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How we dig out of our housing crisis: Lookout Editorial Board recommendations

Over the past few months, the Lookout Eugene-Springfield Editorial Board’s examination of Lane County’s homebuilding woes has taken us across the region. We’ve met with local homebuilders and developers, called politicians and leaders in local government, spoken with the heads of nonprofits and advocacy groups. Toward the...

Eugene, OR · 1d
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Kindness in Our Community: Springfield veteran turns military grit into workplace wisdom

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - A former U.S. Marine Corps gunner is using lessons from his military service to help others maintain a positive attitude, even on the toughest days. Michael Parks served as a gunner in the Marine Corps and came from a family of Marines. Five uncles and a grandfather all served before him.

Springfield, OR · 1d
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Philomath gears up to spread the word on proposed zoning changes

Philomath residents will start hearing more in the new year about proposed changes to the city’s zoning map and development code. The Planning Commission is preparing an outreach campaign ahead of formal public hearings planned for this spring. City Manager Chris Workman presented the outreach plan to the Philomath...

Philomath, OR · 1d
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Philomath gets a RecycleOn Center for hard-to-recycle items

Philomath residents now have a free place to recycle plastic bags, bottle caps, aluminum foil and other materials that don’t belong in curbside bins. A RecycleOn Center opened last month at The Arc, 111 N. 20th St. It is one of dozens of drop-off sites opening across the state under Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act.

Philomath, OR · 2d
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The Underrated Oregon City Where Renting For Just $900 A Month Is Still Possible

Somewhere between Portland’s relentless rent increases and the general feeling that affordable Oregon is a thing that used to exist, La Grande has been sitting quietly in the Grande Ronde Valley, doing just fine. This northeastern Oregon city of about 13,000 people has mountains on multiple sides, a historic...

La Grande, OR · 4d

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Portland Public Schools' final recommendation closes 10 schools

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Portland Public Schools Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong on Friday night released her final recommendations on “rightsizing” the district, proposing the closure and consolidation of 10 elementary schools, as the district faces declining enrollment and a $65 million budget gap next school year. The superintendent’s...

Portland, OR · 23h

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Century Blvd. Bridge Project Plows Ahead Over Stream And Woods – An Update

The Real Story – A Column The Century Blvd. Bridge has been anything but popular with Hillsboro residents.  Construction started despite signs and protests, proving once again that beating City […] The post Century Blvd. Bridge Project Plows Ahead Over Stream And Woods – An Update appeared first on The Hillsboro Herald .

Hillsboro, OR · 3d

KATU.com

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Downtown Portland hits record vacancy; report ties 8,000-worker loss to decline

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A brand-new survey from the Portland Metro Chamber says Downtown Portland’s vacancy rate has reached its highest level on record, as businesses close or leave and the area loses workers and customers. The chamber’s report links high vacancy and the loss of about 8,000...

Portland, OR · 2d

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Doctor injected multiple women with rubbing alcohol instead of numbing medicine before yanking off ingrown toenails, lawsuits say

An Oregon doctor has been accused of using rubbing alcohol as a local anesthetic while yanking off someone's ingrown toenails for the second time this year. The post Doctor injected multiple women with rubbing alcohol instead of numbing medicine before yanking off ingrown toenails, lawsuits say first appeared on Law & Crime .

Hillsboro, OR · 1d

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Oregon Is Packed With Italian Restaurants but This Hidden Gem Deserves Your Attention

An imported Italian wood-fired oven turns out blistered pizzas on a busy Portland street, while the kitchen serves regional specialties that go far beyond typical Italian-American favorites. That alone made me stop scrolling. The restaurant’s menu goes beyond familiar Italian favorites, with distinctive regional dishes and seasonal ingredients. The...

Portland, OR · 2d

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Portland City Council approves renaming of SW Jackson Street

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - On Thursday, Portland City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to rename a downtown street that’s part of the Portland State University campus. PSU has been working for years to rename SW Jackson Street between 5th and Park Avenues to SW Rose Hill Street. Jackson St...

Portland, OR · 1d

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Oregon lawmakers weigh tax increases, reserve funds as PPS faces $65 million budget gap

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Parents packed the auditorium at Ockley Green Middle School in North Portland’s Arbor Lodge neighborhood Thursday night, looking for answers about what their children’s schools could lose and whether state lawmakers could help prevent cuts. Portland Public Schools is asking the state for...

Portland, OR · 1d

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Progressives dominate in Washington County elections

Progressive Democrats in Washington County won big in the 2026 midterm elections, as a slate of left-wing candidates were elected to state and local offices. The group found success in an election that saw a nationwide push to the political left, largely in opposition to the Trump administration. Some candidates had little, if any, previous government experience and billed themselves as working-class activists pushing back against data centers and powerful corporate interests.

Washington County, OR · 1d

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Steve Callaway congratulates Kipperlyn Sinclair, ending close race for Washington County commissioner

One of the closest races in Oregon appears to be over. Hillsboro City Councilor Kipperlyn Sinclair is declaring victory and her opponent Steve Callaway is offering congratulations in the race for District 4 on the Washington County commission. More than a week after Election Day, Callaway ended his campaign and...

Washington County, OR · 2d

KOIN 6 News

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PPS board OKs independent investigation after superintendent, other district leaders caught using Signal

Officials at Portland Public Schools addressed private messages between its superintendent and other leadership, potentially violating Oregon's public records law, hours ahead of the district releasing its list of schools the superintendent is recommending to close after six weeks of backlash from parents.

Portland, OR · 1d

Lovely Garden Roots

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‘You Can't Replace This': North Portland Neighbors Held a Candlelight Vigil for a Century-Old Redwood Set to Come Down for Six New Homes

Neighbors held a vigil for a century-old North Portland redwood slated for removal for six homes. Portland's Title 11 tree code explained.

Portland, OR · 1d

KOIN 6 News

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‘Significant resource’: Former Portland Children’s Museum set for demolition

The Oregon Zoo has noted the City of Portland previously marked the property for demolition due to “structural issues."

Portland, OR · 3d

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Vancouver, Washington Welcomes Its First Major Cinematic Event at Regal City Center

Vancouver, Washington is preparing to welcome its first major cinematic event at Regal City Center in downtown Vancouver. Vancouver Movie Fête (VMF), a new three-day cinematic event, will take place September 17–19, 2027, bringing an expansive selection of movies, emerging creative talent, and audiences together at one of the city’s most recognized entertainment destinations.

Vancouver, WA · 2d

The Valley Times

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A major increase, minor dips highlight Beaverton, Tigard-Tualatin, Sherwood student test scores

Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin and Sherwood schools all saw slight dips and some increases in math, science and English test scores, with the Sherwood School District pulling significantly ahead when it […]

Beaverton, OR · 3d

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Oregon Humane offers veterans $75 off pet adoptions as more than 100 animals seek homes

In honor of veterans and military members, Oregon Humane said there will be an adoption special starting on Veterans Day. From Wednesday, Nov. 11, to Sunday, Nov. 15, adoption fees will be reduced by $75 for any one animal at Oregon Humane's Portland and Salem campuses, thanks to a grant from the Sundt Foundation.

Salem, OR · 3d