Oregon Governor Tina Kotek Unveils Wildfire Preparedness Plan Ahead of Season, State Agencies Boost Defenses
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek's administration presented measures to combat the upcoming wildfire season, emphasizing readiness due to climate change and outlining the state's firefighting strategies and resources.
Oregon Officials Avoid Charges in Bourbon-Buying Scandal, Ethics Probe Continues
An Oregon bourbon-buying scandal at the OLCC resulted in no criminal charges despite officials using their roles to access rare bourbons for personal use. Governor Kotek has responded by ordering an administrative overhaul and ethics review.
Oregon Voters Face Deadline for Primary Elections as Multnomah County Offers Convenient Voting Options
Oregon voters are reminded to submit their ballots for the primary elections by 8 p.m. on May 21, 2024, with extended hours at certain locations and resources for tracking ballots online.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek Calls for Transparency After Probe into Liquor Commission's Misconduct
Governor Tina Kotek responded to an investigation on the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, thanking the Attorney General and preparing to pass the findings to the Oregon Government Ethics commission for review.
170 Portland Voters Receive Replacement Ballots After Redistricting Map Error, Urged to Vote by May 21
Multnomah County incorrectly sent nearly 170 voters the wrong ballots due to a redistricting error. Replacement ballots were dispatched, with instructions on handling both the original and new ballots. The primary election is on May 21.
Oregon Bars Sigue Corp. from Money Transmission Services Amid Widespread Financial Failure
Oregon regulators have stopped Sigue Corp. from operating in the state due to financial issues and failure to process transactions, affecting customers and prompting a claims process through Liberty Mutual Insurance.