JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. — While many people are staying at home, front line employees, like healthcare workers and grocery store employees, are still reporting to work. If safety measures are not implemented employees can be exposed to the virus. Jackson County ...
SALEM, Ore. – In order to make sure all Americans have access to health insurance during the coronavirus pandemic, Oregon Governor Kate Brown is asking for the federal government to open a special enrollment period for Oregonians. “Many Oregonians are ...
JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. – Jackson County employees vote to strike, saying the proposed healthcare plan currently on the table is not affordable. Following the vote, Angela Cruthids, a member of the Jackson County Employee Association’s bargaining team says, “Throughout this ...
MEDFORD, Ore. – Jackson County and their employees’ union are reportedly deadlocked in their latest bargaining agreement. On January 24, 2020, the Jackson County Employee’s Association (JCEA) and Jackson County reached an impasse during contract negotiations. The County and the ...
MEDFORD, Ore. — Dozens of Jackson County employees rallied in Downtown Medford Wednesday. The Jackson County Employee Association said it wants a new contract that would provide better healthcare coverage. The group claims after months of negotiations, the county has refused ...
GRANTS PASS, Ore.– Patients heading to their local pharmacy may soon see some changes in their drug prices. Congressman Greg Walden has supported and helped lead to the passage of two bills through the House and the Senate and are ...
PORTLAND Ore. — 500 people may have been exposed to measles in Multnomah County. KGW reports that on June 27, 2018, officials confirmed a case of measles in the Portland metro area after an infected person visited a local emergency ...
Medford, Ore.- Supporters of Measure 101 are thrilled to hear the issue passed in Jackson County and statewide. The measure was the only issue on the ballot and will help low income families and individuals pay for health care, as ...
Medford, Ore.– Now that one election is over, it’s time to start thinking about the next. Another special election will be held on Jan. 23. That one will only focus on one issue- a medical tax charged to clinics and ...
Medford, Ore. — Senator Ron Wyden spent all day Monday in Southern Oregon, meeting with residents, students, and local leaders to discuss a number of topics. The Senator covered everything from healthcare to fire season. In the morning, he started ...