News Updates from The Oregonian

A rundown of the day's top Portland and Oregon headlines from The Oregonian/OregonLive.

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Demonstrators storm Oregon Capitol in protest a...
113 died homeless in Multnomah County last year. Sheri Eckert, chief petitioner in Oregon psychedelic mushrooms ballot measure, dies suddenly at 59.
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Oregon legislators to decide on eviction morato...
Thousands of Oregonians suffer "long-haul" coronavirus symptoms. 2020 brings most homicides in Portland in more than 20 years. Oregon will see a significant increase in state's coronavirus testing capacity.
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Oregon governor extends coronavirus state of em...
An Uber driver shot in Noreast Portland dies of his injuries. Relief fund for Black Oregonians suspends operations amid legal challenges. TriMet general manager announces plans to retire. Multnomah County extends eviction moratorium.
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Healthcare workers recieve first Oregon coronav...
November sets record for coronavirus deaths in senior homes. Portland metro area sees shortage of homes for sale. More Oregon renters struggling to keep up.
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29 Oregon counties are at "extreme risk" of cor...
Governor calls Legislature to one-day special session for coronavirus and wildfire relief. Oregon jobless rate falls to 6%. Oregon judge orders prisoner released over medical treatment and holds state in contempt. Woodrow Wilson High School in Portland...
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Portland mayor says deal over foreclosure prote...
Police say Uber driver was victim of mistaken identity in Portland shooting. 1 in 5 Portland high schoolers failed to complete a class in the fall. Long-awaited coronavirus vaccine arrives in Oregon.
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First coronavirus vaccines arrive in Oregon Monday
Portland foreclosure protesters remove barricades blocking street as family reaches deal with mayor. Oregon lawmakers want to overturn tax cuts in special session. Portland's reputation takes a hit among tourists.
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Oregon Health Authority updates guidelines for ...
Cape Kiwanda may no longer allow cars on beach, Ducks-Huskies game will not happen because of COVID case, ZooLights to extend hours of drive-thru event
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Oregon State Hospital delays admissions as staf...
Protesters remain at Red House, Returning Oregon soldiers sickened with COVID, Things to do for the holiday season
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Protesters occupy N. Portland house to prevent ...
COVID deaths hit all time high in OR, surfer recovering after shark attack, PDX Hanukkah celebration goes virtual
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COVID death numbers still high, including two w...
Rockslide traps Oregon beachgoers on shore. Surfer bitten by shark, Powell's to close home and garden store.
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Man arrested in massive fire at former Oregon C...
Forecast suggests Oregon's worst days of coronavirus pandemic are still ahead. West Linn fires embattled police chief. Oregon again picks firm to fix unemployment computer woes.
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Oregon drug decriminalization law proponents cr...
U.S. Senate investigation finds pattern of neglect by Oregon company's group homes. New jobless claims surge in November, upending Oregon's quick rebound. Beloved Oregon theme park Enchanted Forest will reopen in 2021 after successful fundrai...
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25 Oregon counties at 'high risk' of coronaviru...
70,000 Oregonians may lose jobless benefits after Christmas. Coronavirus at Oregon Employment Department will slow benefits processing. Portable toilets placed throughout Portland for homeless face frequent vandalism.
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Federal judge holds Portland in contempt over p...
Oregon reports 24 COVID-19 deaths, a one-day record. Oregon governor's budget aims to address coronavirus recession, wildfire recovery. Regal Cinemas fights eviction at suburban Portland mall. Darcelle XV, Portland's famed drag nightclub, nam...
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Oregon researchers seek locals to participate i...
Protesters target home of Oregon workplace inspector who fined gym that refused to close amid pandemic. Downtown Portland "umbrella man" statue is missing his umbrella. Reporter offers tips on how to help struggling Oregon restaurants.
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Oregon OSHA conducts few COVID-19 inspections d...
Coronavirus responses is burning out Oregon's doctors and nurses. Some Oregon industries thriving in the coronavirus recession. Oregon Christmas tree growers expect strong sales as people stay home for the holidays.
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Oregon gym fined 90K for defying COVID-19 order
Protesters vandalize Hawthorne businesses, parking free at state parks
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Washington investigators release footage of fat...
Unemployment benefits to be cut as jobless rates drop, Governor to ease COVID restrictions for some counties, What's closed in Portland for Thanksgiving.
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Oregon reports 21 deaths from COVID-19, a singl...
Portland-area health officials say COVID-19 contact tracers are swamped with cases. Oregon governor's order to close restaurants will stay in effect, a judge ruled. Contractors clear homeless encampment in city park, and mayor says more will follo...
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Oregon begins paying $176 million in overdue jo...
Economists see signs of "permanent damage" to Oregon's economy from coronavirus recession. Former Portland inmates file lawsuit over smoke and tear gas entering cells during protests outside. Oregon man held in theft of 108 rolls of toil...
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Portland hospitals prepare for coronavirus surg...
Timber industry faces huge losses from Oregon's wildfires. Some Oregon police won't enfore coronavirus stay-home orders. Some of music's biggest stars use guitar cables made in Portland.
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Oregon reports a daily record of 20 deaths from...
Initiative will test Portland neighborhood sewers to detect coronavirus outbreaks. The winner of the Gresham, Oregon, mayoral race is ahead by just 13 votes, triggering a recount. Oregon rescue crews are searching for missing pilot and his son. Portlan...
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2 Oregon counties vote to ban police from enfor...
Oregon tops 400 hospitalizations from COVID-19. Economists say Oregon tax revenue holding steady despite recession. Les Schwab Tire Centers to pay settlement over allegations it shorted lunch breaks.
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Oregon offers $55 million in pandemic aid for b...
Oregon House speaker faces rare public challenge. Five companies settle with Oregon over price gouging and other allegations. Facebook security contractor settles discrimination case. Prominent attorney representing family of Black man shot by police i...
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