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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. …

Salem, Ore. — A surprise “no” argument for Measure 97 from former Oregon governor John Kitzhaber. Kitzhaber says there’s no doubt the state needs the money, but he says throwing more money at programs like the state’s health care system or education …

Washington, D.C. — A big endorsement Thursday for Governor Kate Brown from President Obama himself. In a video message, the President praised what the governor’s managed to accomplish during her short term, saying, “Governor Brown has signed legislation raising the minimum wage. …

The final gubernatorial debate is Thursday night. Portland NBC affiliate KGW and the Oregonian will host the debate between Governor Kate Brown and Doctor Bud Pierce in Portland.The debate starts streaming at 7:00 p.m. You can watch it on KGW’s website.

NBC5 hosted the gubernatorial debate tonight between Governor Kate Brown and Candidate Bud Pierce. During the full hour we asked 22 questions ranging from Measure 97 to Oregon accepting refugees. “I got into public service because I wanted to be a voice for the …

From Bob Wise, Vice President/General Manager, KOBI-TV/NBC5   KOBI-TV/NBC5 recently received a request from the Independent Candidate for Governor of Oregon, Cliff Thomason, to participate in the Gubernatorial Debate NBC5 is hosting Thursday, Oct. 13. NBC5 announced an agreement with Governor Kate …

Portland, Ore. – A spokeswoman for GOP gubernatorial nominee Dr. Bud Pierce has left the campaign due to a comment the candidate made about domestic violence during the Portland City Club debate. The Portland Tribune reports Peirce said, “A woman that has …