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Former Democratic Rep. Hernandez Won’t Vote for Kotek Cites a Leadership Culture of Fear, Coercion and Retaliation #orpol

League of Minority Voters brings bipartisan leaders together for State of Civil Rights Forum Oct. 29 Relay Resources serves as presenting sponsor and Accessibility Partner for Portland gathering PORTLAND, Ore. — Oct. 26, 2026 —... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Ashland Police Shoot Knife-Wielding Suspect After Business Break-Ins ASHLAND, Ore. — An officer with the Ashland Police Department shot a suspect who approached officers with a knife while responding to a business alarm early Monday morning, October 26.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Bushnell Launches $36M Capital Campaign with Largest Single Local Corporate Foundation Gift in Their History EUGENE, Ore. On Saturday, October 24, Bushnell University launched its Venture Further $36M campaign with more than $11M already committed, including the largest one-time corporate foundation gift in their history: $1M from OCCU Foundation.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Antelope Man, 77, Killed in Highway 97 Crash Near Madras JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. — A 77-year-old Antelope man was killed Saturday afternoon, October 24, in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 97 near Madras, according to Oregon State Police.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Oregon State Police Seek Public’s Help in Fatal I-84 Hit-and-Run UNION COUNTY, Ore. — Oregon State Police are asking for the public’s help identifying the driver and vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a 21-year-old pedestrian on Interstate 84 in Union County on Friday, October 23.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Serious Violent Crime Rate Fell 25% in 2025, Preliminary Federal Survey Finds rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Justice Department Announces Election-Related Charges Against 48 Noncitizens Across Five States rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Michigan Woman Arrested Twice for DUII in Less Than Eight Hours in Bend A 34-year-old Michigan woman was arrested twice for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) in less than eight hours after a Deschutes County sheriff’s deputy encountered her driving erratically and later found her driving again while impaired, authorities said.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Michigan Woman Arrested Twice for DUII in Less Than Eight Hours in Bend A 34-year-old Michigan woman was arrested twice for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) in less than eight hours after a Deschutes County sheriff’s deputy encountered her driving erratically and later found her driving again while impaired, authorities said.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Two Cats Die in Northeast Bend Mobile Home Fire BEND, Ore. — A mobile home was heavily damaged by fire Sunday night in northeast Bend after flames spread through a wall due to an improperly connected fireplace flue.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Oregon Housing and Community Services Celebrates Grand Reopening of 233 Affordable Homes for Older Adults in Portland SALEM, Ore. — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) joined Guardian Real Estate Services, Robinson Jewish Home, and other community partners earlier this month to celebrate the grand reopening of Rose Schnitzer Tower, marking a major investment in preserving 233 affordable homes for adults in downtown Portland.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Announces Expansion of School Resource Deputy Program Bend, Ore. -- The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is expanding its School Resource Deputy (SRD) program as part of Sheriff Ty Rupert’s operational plan and ongoing discussions with Command Staff and community partners.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Breast cancer survivors emphasize early detection, community support Two survivors share their experiences during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and encourage people to seek screening guidance and support…... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Federal Operation in Portland Leads to 97 Firearm Seizures, 17 Arrests PORTLAND, Ore. — A five-week federal law enforcement operation targeting firearms and narcotics trafficking in the Portland metropolitan area resulted in the seizure of 97 firearms, significant quantities of illegal drugs and 17 arrests, federal prosecutors announced.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Redmond Fire & Rescue Begins Adoption Process for New Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Code Redmond, OR — October 26, 2026 Redmond Fire & Rescue has initiated the formal process of adopting a new Wildland‑Urban Interface (WUI) Code, designed to enhance community safety in areas where homes and natural vegetation meet.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Screaming “Rigged!” Is Bad Politics, Worse Civics — and It’s Costing Republicans Votes. from @bensviewpoint #orpol rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Former Democratic Rep. Hernandez Won’t Vote for Kotek Cites a Leadership Culture of Fear, Coercion and Retaliation #orpol rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…

Suspect in Clackamas County Triple Homicide Dies During Law Enforcement Operation in Hammond HAMMOND, Ore. — A 45-year-old man suspected of killing three people in Clackamas County died by suicide during a law enforcement operation at a motel in Hammond on Wednesday afternoon, according to authorities.... rightnoworegon.com/2026/10/2…