Exonerations Raise Questions About Oregon's Controversial Jury System
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Oregon is one of two states that allows people to be convicted of most felonies without all 12 jurors agreeing. Some lawyers say recent exonerations highlight a problem with that system.
Where They Stand: Oregon's Gubernatorial Candidates On Immigration
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The leading candidates for governor have opposing views on whether Oregon's sanctuary law should be repealed. Here's why.
No News Isn't Great News: Oregon Test Scores Remain Mostly Flat In 2018
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Reading scores went up slightly, and math went down a tad. But mostly, results were the same. And that's not good.
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PSU Police Shot At Jason Washington 17 Times, Report Says
Portland State University Police shot at Jason Washington 17 times, according to a medical examiner’s report released Wednesday.
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Almost Everything Leaving Northwest Ports For China Soon To Be Hit With Tariffs
The Chinese government announced on Tuesday that it would impose tariffs on $60 billion more of U.S. exports. This widens the range of Pacific Northwest companies caught in the trade crossfire.
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'Goodbye Party' For Oregon Lawmakers Criticized For Honoring Disgraced Former Senator
A “goodbye party” for departing Republican Oregon lawmakers drew scrutiny because of the inclusion of disgraced former Sen. Jeff Kruse among the honorees.
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Oregon House Candidate Who Made False Claim Quits Key Race
Amanda La Bell, the Working Families Party candidate in the hotly-contested race to represent Bend in the Oregon House, is dropping out.
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For Rural Communities, Wildfire Brings Economic Help, Hardships
Wildfire represents both risk and reward for some small communities in Washington. Walking the line between a "good fire" and a "bad fire" can be tricky.
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