Immigration advocates in Lane County reported a surge in Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity Wednesday.

Medford voters narrowly passed Measure 15-238, clearing the way for a hotel tax increase to help fund a major downtown redevelopment project.

City officials hope the levy, which was leading with 68% of the vote on election night, will help them cover the true cost of providing fire services.

Coalition argues new grant terms serve as obstacles for states and local agencies

A petition to recall Lincoln County Commissioner Claire Hall carrying 4,882 signatures made its way to the county clerk for verification Monday.

The Springfield-area representative has held the seat for 13 years.

Benton County Commissioners plan to vote Tuesday on whether to allow the Coffin Butte landfill to expand.

In her 16-page order granting the preliminary injunction, U.S. District Court Judge Karin Immergut said she needed more time to go through the case. The block now goes until 5 p.m. on Nov. 7.

U.S. District Court Judge Karin Immergut said she aimed to issue a ruling Sunday.

As of Nov. 1, more than 75,000 Lane County residents have lost access to their SNAP benefits.