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Oregons proposed tax hikes, including a gas tax, vehicle registration fees, and transit payroll tax, have been suspended due to a successful ballot referral campaign. The No Tax Oregon campaign collected over 150,000 signatures, surpassing the required threshold. This move poses a challenge for Democratic lawmakers, who had advocated for the taxes to prevent ODOT layoffs and service cuts. With the taxes suspended, ODOT still faces a funding shortfall, as nearly 300 employees have left and there are over 600 vacant positions. The governors earlier warnings of mass layoffs are now being questioned. The upcoming legislative session in February will determine how Democrats will respond to this ballot referral.

Multnomah County in Oregon declares a state of emergency due to federal immigration enforcement actions by ICE, causing widespread fear and impacting daily life for immigrant and refugee residents. The emergency declaration aims to strengthen the countys response and ensure adherence to Oregons sanctuary laws, while also requesting emergency assistance from the state for affected families and businesses.

Oregon Nurses Association accuses federal immigration officers of compromising patient privacy and care at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center. Union claims officers are roaming halls, clustering around patient rooms, and pressuring staff to expedite discharges. Legacy Emanuel Medical Center denies these allegations, stating their policies prioritize patient privacy and professional interactions with law enforcement.

Heavy rainfall from an atmospheric river triggers a significant landslide on Highway two-twenty-nine, leading to a long-term closure. ODOT advises using Highway one-oh-one as an alternate route, adding considerable time to journeys. The intense weather also causes flooding at Neskowin Creek RV Resort, with some areas receiving seven inches of rain.

Toyota partners with Portland Fire, our citys womens basketball team, as their official automotive partner. This significant investment supports womens sports and community initiatives. Toyota and the Fire delivered WNBA basketballs to local girls, hosted a youth clinic, and will collaborate on community events. The partnership also backs broader community initiatives like Her Voice Council and Lead(HER)s of Tomorrow, empowering women and girls in sports and leadership.

Oregon Health Authority warns of pertussis outbreak, urges vaccination for pregnant women and infants. Highly contagious bacterial infection poses serious risk to babies, with one infant death and twenty-two hospitalizations reported this year. Surge in cases not solely due to vaccine hesitancy, but rather a combination of factors including reduced natural immunity and changes in case counting methods.

Residents of North Plains, Oregon, were startled by a series of powerful booms on Thursday, as the Portland Metro Explosives Disposal Unit conducted a controlled detonation of old explosives on a family farming property. The blasts, which shook nearby homes and sent livestock running, were a result of the disposal units efforts to safely handle the aged explosives found on the property. The community can now return to its usual tranquility, though the memory of Thursdays powerful booms will likely linger.

Discover the truth behind the long-held belief that raw pork is deadly. Trichinosis, the primary concern, has been largely eradicated due to improved farming practices and regulations. Today, pork can be safely enjoyed at a medium doneness, challenging the generations-old notion of overcooking.

Oregon Unveils New School Performance Measures: The state introduces a seven-point accountability system, focusing on attendance, reading, math, graduation rates, and local metrics, with goals tailored to district needs.