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Oregon faces a surge in wildfire activity as an early-season blaze near Bend forces evacuations and scorches over 5,000 acres, prompting Governor Tina Kotek to declare a state of emergency. Meanwhile, Portland’s downtown revitalization efforts show promise, with office vacancy rates dropping for the first time since the pandemic.
Political News
Governor Kotek signed a $35 billion budget that includes funding for homeless shelters and mental health services, while vetoing a bill that would have capped rent increases at 5% statewide. The legislature is debating a controversial measure to recriminalize small amounts of hard drugs, potentially rolling back portions of Measure 110.
Election News
Oregon’s 2026 gubernatorial race is already taking shape, with Democratic Secretary of State Shemia Fagan and Republican state Sen. Tim Knopp emerging as potential frontrunners. A ballot initiative to establish open primaries has gathered enough signatures to qualify for November’s election.
Legal News
The Oregon Supreme Court upheld the state’s landmark climate protection program, rejecting challenges from industry groups. In a separate ruling, a federal judge blocked portions of a new law restricting protests near critical infrastructure, citing First Amendment concerns.
Entertainment News
Portland’s Waterfront Blues Festival announces its 2025 lineup, featuring rs Buddy Guy and Oregon native Esperanza Spalding. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland debuts a radical new production of Hamlet set in a dystopian future, drawing national attention.
Town
The Portland Timbers make a midseason coaching change after a disappointing start, while the Trail Blazers land the #3 pick in the NBA draft. University of Oregon football enters preseason ranked in the Top 15 as they prepare for their inaugural Big Ten season.
Forecast
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Today: 88°F (Portland), 92°F (Bend), smoky skies west
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Tuesday: 85°F, scattered showers west
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Wednesday: 82°F, partly cloudy
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Thursday: 84°F, breezy
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Friday: 86°F, clear
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Saturday: 89°F, increasing fire danger
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Sunday: 87°F, possible thunderstorms
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From wildfire threats to political debates, cultural celebrations to town rivalries, Oregon continues to make news across the Beaver State. Stay updated on the latest developments from the Coast Range to the High Desert.
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