Oregon’s graduation rate increases show a proven path forward

by Ty Davison | Feb 6, 2025 | News & Commentary

Oregon’s graduation rate increases show a proven path forward • Oregon Capital Chronicle: Each student who graduates represents both a personal achievement and also a step toward a stronger Oregon. These graduates are the innovators, problem-solvers and leaders who...

Oregon’s class of 2024 defies expectations with increase in high school graduation rate

by Ty Davison | Jan 30, 2025 | News & Commentary

Oregon’s class of 2024 defies expectations with increase in high school graduation rate • Oregon Capital Chronicle: At the start of the pandemic, less than 74% of these students were on track to graduate in four years. But last year, nearly 82% graduated on...

Oregon math, reading achievement among the nation’s worst, new scores show

by Ty Davison | Jan 29, 2025 | News & Commentary

Oregon math, reading achievement among the nation’s worst, new scores show – oregonlive.com: Only New Mexico, Alabama, West Virginia and Delaware posted eighth grade reading scores significantly below Oregon’s. …Charlene Williams, Oregon’s state schools...

High-cost states across the West should embrace ‘choice’ in housing, Kotek says

by Ty Davison | Jan 16, 2025 | News & Commentary

High-cost states across the West should embrace ‘choice’ in housing, Kotek says – oregonlive.com: Gov. Tina Kotek stumped for one of her signature issues on Wednesday before an audience of housing leaders from across the West as she readies for a similar push in...

Outgoing Multnomah County DA seeks reduced conviction in violent assault, early release for convicted murderer

by Ty Davison | Jan 8, 2025 | News & Commentary

Outgoing Multnomah County DA seeks reduced conviction in violent assault, early release for convicted murderer – oregonlive.com: Days before he leaves office, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt and his Justice Integrity Unit are set Monday to ask a...