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Utah Teen Rescued in Oregon After 500 Days of Captivity, Thanks to a Random Match in Among Us
A 17-year-old girl who had been held captive for more than 500 days was rescued after connecting with another teenager through the popular online game Among Us.
Kotek Seeks $10 Million to Help Bend Recover From Silver Rail School Shooting
Kotek will seek $10 million in emergency funding for Bend’s recovery after the Silver Rail school shooting. Lawmakers must still approve the request.
GoFundMe Launched for Hero Teacher Cassidy Schutz, Who Helped Stop the Silver Rail Shooter
A GoFundMe is helping support Cassidy Schutz, the Silver Rail Elementary School teacher who confronted the gunman during the October 15 shooting in Bend. Schutz, a certified learning specialist, fought with the attacker in the classroom,…
A Man in Oregon Tried to Kidnap a 3 Year Old and Somehow Got Just 30 Days in Jail
A father stopped a stranger from taking his 3-year-old son at a Salem park. The resulting 30-day jail sentence deserves an explanation.
Ron Wyden’s Wife Obtained a $932,350 COVID Loan Her Bookstore Was Barred From Receiving
The Strand received $932,350 in COVID relief despite a congressional spouse restriction. It will pay $1.48 million to settle federal allegations.
Oregon Democrats Lead Toward Larger Majorities as Ballot Counting Continues
Early Oregon legislative returns point toward Democratic gains. Here’s what the reported leads could mean for tax votes and the quorum needed to conduct business.
Tina Kotek Wins Second Term as Oregon Governor, CBS News Projects
CBS News projects Tina Kotek has won a second term as Oregon governor. See the reported votes and follow our live statewide and county results.