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Tacoma voters passed a slate of tenant protections in 2023….. But activists say more is needed to make sure landlords comply.... They’re now pushing a new initiative that they say will give the laws more teeth

KNKX Murrow News Fellow Nate Sanford has more.

The Eugene Marathon and Half Marathon is Sunday, and it will be bigger than ever. Marketing Director Becky Radliff says the number of runners has doubled since 2023, thanks to a post-COVID running boom.

County-run homeless shelters in Lincoln County will close for the season on April 30. As KLCC’s Brian Bahouth reports, it means the county’s only day-time drop-in shelter is bracing for a big demand in services … [SOQ 0:48]

It's been two years since voters passed a bond to give the Oregon Zoo a makeover. But a new audit says those efforts have been marked by poor oversight and management issues. OPB’s Bryce Dole reports.

Northwest Natural is paying back nearly 200 customers who enrolled in bill discount programs after it shut off their service late last year.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has built a new temple in Springfield. But the site is only open for non-Mormons to tour for a limited name.

Nature helped Lebanon Fire District crews put out a manmade fire on the eastern outskirts of town last night. (Mon 4/20)

U-S Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon visited schools in Central Oregon today/Monday as part of a 50-state tour. As Elizabeth Miller reports, part of the visit focused on hands-on experiences for students in high school and college.

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Last year, a top official at the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department was accused of creating a toxic work environment.

Chavez-DeRemer steps down

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Lori Chavez-DeRemer is stepping down as America's labor boss. Her departure comes as the labor secretary faced mounting allegations of misconduct. OPB’s Bryce Dole reports.