Budget

A federally funded program that centered on small-scale and socially disadvantaged farmers is coming to an end.

Organizations across Oregon received notice from the U.S. Department of Education that they’d lose hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Gov. Tina Kotek’s proposal to raise billions for road maintenance and public transit in the coming decade advanced by the barest of margins Monday. The tax bill needed help from a moderate Republican to make it over the finish line.

Democrats agreed to slash some funding they’d sought for public transit, and Gov. Tina Kotek remained scarce.

Democratic leaders have said finding a quorum would not be a problem as they look to raise transportation taxes. They were wrong Friday.

The special session will dictate whether hundreds of state workers are laid off next month.

A proposal would require EV and plug-in hybrid drivers to pay per mile. While it would lower registration fees, owners of these vehicles may end up paying more when switching to EVs.

After receiving more than 1,000 emails and other community feedback, Southern Oregon University this week released an updated plan to address its severe financial crisis.

The revenue forecast presents a choice for state leaders: Cut spending or effectively raise taxes.

Lawmakers held their first public hearing Monday on Gov. Tina Kotek’s proposal to hike transportation taxes.

Health care and food assistance for low-income Oregonians will take the brunt of the impact.

Providence announced it is laying off 128 staff, the second time this year it has eliminated positions in Oregon.