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Salem, Ore.- Oregon Governor Kate Brown is calling on the White House to preserve the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. The Governor released a statement late Thursday after reports Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has recommended President Trump reduce the size of the monument covering …

Brookings, Ore.- About 125 additional Oregon National Guard service members, along with support personnel, are scheduled to be activated in Curry County Thursday. Governor Kate Brown announced the mobilization of additional Oregon National Guard resources to support the response to the Chetco …

Salem, Ore.- Secretary of State Dennis Richardson announced Wednesday he does not intend to run for Governor during the 2018 election cycle. “I feel that what I’m doing is so important that I should dedicate all of my time to my work …

Salem, Ore.- Oregon taxpayers will receive kicker checks next year. State economists announced Wednesday Oregon will send more than $460 million back to taxpayers. The estimated median rebate under the Oregon’s unique “kicker” law will be $89 for individual taxpayers. The “kicker” …

Bend, Ore.- In an email to the media and supporters, Bend Republican representative Knute Buehler announced he will run for Governor and promises, if elected, he will “lead Oregon with courage, an open mind, a tolerant heart and a thoughtful voice.” In …

Salem, Ore. – Oregon State Representative Knute Buehler may be eyeing a run for the governor’s seat. NBC5 News caught up with the Bend Republican on vacation in Medford Friday. Buehler said he will announce his final decision on the matterin the …

Portland, Ore. — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Oregon says no charges will be filed against former 4-time Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber and his fiancée Cylvia Hayes for allegedly misusing their positions for personal benefit. Federal investigators were looking into whether Hayes …

Medford, Ore. — Oregon Governor Kate Brown is in town, visiting local programs and partnerships that reflect her top legislative priorities of economic development and education. She began her trip at Eagle Point High School, where career technical education courses are preparing students for the future. …

Salem, Ore.- Oregon Governor Kate Brown testified Monday before the House Committee on Health Care in support of the bill known as “Cover All Kids.” House Bill 2726 will extend healthcare coverage through the Oregon Health Plan to all children living in Oregon up …

Salem, Ore. —  A ballot measure aimed at generating additional funding for Oregon veterans passed overwhelmingly in November. The measure sets aside 1.5% of Oregon lottery funds for veterans services; funding that’s expected to bring in $18-million over the next 2 years. …