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Oregon lawmaker Paul Evans faces DUI and hit-and-run charges in Independence

Rep. Paul Evans was arrested after a vehicle allegedly struck and bent a stop sign in Independence. The Monmouth Democrat has pleaded not guilty and says he is seeking inpatient treatment.

October 6, 2026

Politics

Oregon communities push for tighter rules as data center projects multiply

Residents and local officials are pressing Oregon to curb data center growth, citing heavy demands on power, water and land, as…

October 6, 2026

Politics

Bynum joins push for Medicare for All as Oregon weighs state plan

U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum has signed onto a federal single-payer health care bill as Oregon prepares recommendations on a publicly…

October 6, 2026

Politics

Oregon Rep. Paul Evans pleads not guilty after DUII arrest in Independence

Rep. Paul Evans, a Monmouth Democrat, was arrested early Sunday on DUII, reckless-driving and driver-duty charges after police…

October 6, 2026

Politics

Wyden joins bipartisan push to prohibit automated plate-reading cameras across Oregon

U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden and the Oregon ACLU are backing state lawmakers’ proposal to ban Flock cameras and similar devices. The…

October 6, 2026