Oregon secretary of state offers election reminders, info, links
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – — The much-anticipated 2024 General Election is finally here. County clerks began sending out ballots to all registered voters…
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‘There’s nothing more important’: Deschutes County clerk seeks to reassure voters in wake of ballot box attacks
It’s officially a week before Election Day, and recent arson attacks are raising more concerns about ballot drop box safety. Two ballot boxes were…
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Decision 2024: $97.7 million Redmond school bond could determine the future of Redmond High
Redmond voters are seeing another school measure on their ballots this fall, as the school district seeks a renewal bond that would raise $97.7…
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Fires set in drop boxes destroy hundreds of ballots in Washington and damage 3 in Oregon
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Incendiary devices were set off Monday at two ballot drop boxes — one in Portland and another in nearby…
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Two ballot boxes set ablaze by incendiary, suspicious devices in Portland, Vancouver; 100s of ballots destroyed
PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW/KTVZ) — Hundreds of ballots were destroyed in a ballot box fire in Vancouver early Monday morning, and another ballot box fire…
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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Oregon on Election Day
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The presidential election and the race for control of the closely divided U.S. House are expected to dominate…
Continue ReadingDecision 2024: Controversial Deschutes County Commission expansion measure has voters and commissioners split
Many Oregonians have already received their ballots in the mail, and some have already cast their votes. But for those still needing explanations on…
Continue ReadingRain, humidity have sealed some mail-in ballot return envelopes shut, elections officials say
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Some voters living in areas that recently experienced rainy or humid weather have reported receiving ballot…
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Decision 2024: Marijuana is on the ballot for Redmond residents, with two measures to be voted upon
Marijuana is on the ballot – twice – for Redmond…
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Decision 2024: Both sides talk about Measure 118, which would tax big business to give all Oregonians rebates
Many Oregonians have already received their ballots in the mail, and some have already cast their votes. But for those still needing explanations on…
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Supporters of Donald Trump hold Bend rally
Supporters of former President Donald Trump held a rally Saturday at Bend’s Al Moody Park to support the Republican presidential nominee in the final…
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Mail stolen from pried-open Tumalo mailboxes – including 23 unopened ballots – found dumped along Hunnell Road
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A large amount of mail – including 23 unopened mail ballots – was stolen from pried-open cluster mailboxes in Tumalo and was…
Continue ReadingOut-of-state calls about no Trump statement in Oregon Voters’ Pamphlet overwhelm Elections Division phone lines
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Secretary of State Elections Division said it closed its phone lines Thursday after the system was overwhelmed by…
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19 mayoral candidates compete to lead Portland, in a race with homelessness at its heart
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A lot of political changes are coming to Portland, Oregon. The open mayoral race in the state’s most…
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Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District, seeking voter funds, holds open house to shine spotlight on their efforts
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Water, soil and wildfire were important factors within the soil and water conservation community. The Deschutes Soil and water…
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Election reminder: ODOT warns it will remove campaign signs placed in state highways rights of way
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the Nov. 5 national elections approaching, campaigns and their friends should remember that ODOT will remove political…
Continue ReadingTuesday was the last day to register to vote in Nov. 5 election; Oregon DOJ activates Voter Protection Hotline
Today, Tuesday, Oct. 15, is the deadline to register to vote to receive a ballot for the November General Election, the Oregon Secretary of State’s…
Continue ReadingTwo House incumbents seek to woo the other party’s voters in Pacific Northwest swing seats
By Arit John, CNN Ridgefield, Washington (CNN) — Dozens of families lined up outside the Clark County Fairgrounds here on a recent Saturday,…
Continue ReadingWashington state’s landmark climate law hangs in the balance this election
Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — A groundbreaking law that forces companies in Washington state to reduce their carbon emissions while raising…
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For the second time this year, Trump campaign chose not to submit an Oregon Voters’ Pamphlet statement
PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW) — The Oregon Voters’ Pamphlet is arriving in mailboxes across the state ahead of the Nov. 5 election. The booklet lists…
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