Peyton Thomas

"WHO CAN BEAT TINA KOTEK?" Ballots are out in Oregon, and the race for governor is taking shape. Candidates are drawing sharp contrasts as they compete to challenge Gov. Tina Kotek.

Housing and homelessness dominated a Deschutes County candidate forum, with eight candidates outlining different approaches. Here’s where they stand ahead of the election.

Hundreds of people attended a La Pine City Council meeting Wednesday night, with most speaking against a proposed 20-megawatt data center. Residents raised concerns about power, water, transparency and whether

We spoke to drivers and Oregon Transportation Commission member Phil Chang about what's next now that voters overwhelmingly shot down the Oregon gas tax and vehicle fee increases that would fund ODOT.

CONTINUING COVERAGE: A Bend family lost nearly everything in a Boyd Acres house fire just hours after celebrating a child’s fifth birthday. Fire officials say the cause remains under investigation, while the family is now working to recover and find temporary housing.

WorkSource Oregon is rolling out mobile vans to bring career coaching, computers and internet access to rural communities that are often more than 90 minutes from the nearest office.

The Crook County Recovery Run Club is helping people in recovery build community through walking, running and time outdoors at Barnes Butte. The first session wraps up this weekend with

'THAT MAN NEEDS A MEDAL AND A RAISE:' Local jumps to action to help stop the spread of Alfalfa wildfire that prompted Level 3 evacuations.

A group of Central Oregon Special Olympics athletes is headed to one of the biggest stages in the country.

Legends Reloaded is bringing two days of classic rock tribute performances to Madras while helping fill hotels, RV parks and local businesses. Organizers hope the festival can return next year.