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Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-Deremer smiles at the camera wearing a light blue jacket.

Apparently, Oregon Doesn’t Always Send Its Best to Washington

Scandals have abounded since Lori Chavez-Deremer hit Washington. Don’t expect the latest accusations to change that.

by The Source Editorial Board February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

It all sounds so familiar: A high-ranking official is accused of inappropriate behavior. Nothing to see here, the White House says — it’s obviously the work of a disgruntled employee. Next come allegations against the official’s spouse. A few days of news reports, vague details of calls to the police related to sexual assault, and […]

News

Under New Guidance, Districts Can Decide When to Re-Open. So When Will They?

Gov. Brown shifts decision to teach in-person to local officials

Ashley MorenoDecember 29, 2020November 17, 2023

Gov. Brown says school districts can decide locally when to resume in-person instruction “district by district, school by school” and hopes more schools open by Feb. 15.

Opinion

My View: Emerson Levy, Oregon House District 53 Democratic candidate ▶ [with video]

Local political candidates share their views on the issues

The Source StaffOctober 19, 2020May 15, 2025

Emerson Levy, Democratic candidate for Oregon House 53, joins Source Editor Nicole Vulcan on “My View,” a video series inviting local candidates to share their views on a host of topics ahead of the 2020 election, while sitting in front of a view they enjoy.

Opinion

Central Oregon Debate Series starts Monday!

Three debates this week invite sheriff, county commissioner and Oregon House candidates to square off

The Source StaffOctober 12, 2020February 5, 2023

In just a few short days, elections officials will begin mailing Oregonians their ballots ahead of the Nov. 3 election. To help you prepare, the Source has compiled its “My View” series, offering one-on-one interviews with the candidates vying for seats in everything from the Bend City Council to the U.S. House. In addition, Source […]

Opinion

My View: Anthony Broadman, Bend City Council Pos. 2 candidate ▶ [with video]

Local political candidates share their views on the issues

The Source StaffOctober 7, 2020November 10, 2024

Anthony Broadman, candidate for Bend City Council Pos. 2, joins Source Reporter Laurel Brauns on “My View,” a video series inviting local candidates to share their views on a host of topics ahead of the 2020 election, while sitting in front of a view they enjoy. Broadman chose to meet on the deck of The […]

Opinion

My View: Eileen Kiely, Oregon Senate 27 Democratic candidate ▶ [with video]

Local political candidates share their views on the issues

The Source StaffSeptember 29, 2020September 10, 2023

Eileen Kiely, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s Senate District 27 seat, joins Source Reporter Laurel Brauns on “My View,” a video series inviting local candidates to share their views on a host of topics ahead of the 2020 election, while sitting in front of a view they enjoy. Kiely chose Riley Ranch Nature Reserve in Bend. […]