Governor Kotek has proposed a $515M increase in budget for K-12 schools. Learn more about it here.

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In Oregon, tens of thousands of acres have already burned during this most recent heatwave. Learn more stats here.

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Butte Creek Falls will reopen for the first time in four years following the 2020 wildfires. Find out more here.

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After a car crash in NE Oregon, a dog ran for miles to help save its owner. Find out more here!

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Paralytic shellfish poisoning has shut down shellfish harvesting in Oregon and Washington. Learn more here.

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The Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) plans to update groundwater usage laws. Find out more here.

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A rare fish that lives in complete darkness at 2,000-3,300 feet has washed up on the Oregon coast. Find out more here.

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Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) has appointed a new director and she’s the first woman to take the seat. Find out more here!

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Focus turns to a small Oregon city that is taking a stand against homeless encampments on public property. Learn more here.

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Washington is taking steps to prohibit big bottled water from extracting, bottling, and selling spring water. Hood River County paved the way. Learn more here.

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