Lucille McNamara
Lucille McNamara is a Daily Tidings reporter with 27 years of journalism experience, covering Oregon public safety, crime and courts, plus statewide policy and community impact stories including housing, education, health, and immigration. She previously worked at The Star.
Latest from Lucille McNamara

Crime & Courts
Oregon Family Started to Sob When Accused Found Not Guilty of Murder
The family of Ryan Martin, shot dead by Geoffrey Hammond in downtown Portland on October 11, 2023, broke down sobbing when a jury failed to convict him of murder in the…

Business & Economy
Oregon DOT Awards Contracts for the Repair and Upgrade of EV Charging Stations
In line with Oregon’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation, the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has awarded contracts for repair and…

Environment
Portland Set to Approve $300 Million in Climate Action Projects This Week
Portland City Council is set to approve grants totaling $300 million as part of its commitment to climate action through large-scale investments that will benefit the…

News
Oregon Could Face Electricity Blackouts While Balancing Demand with Supply
Electricity blackouts could be on the horizon for residents of the Pacific Northwest. So warns an industry consultant with 30 years of experience in the field.

Politics & Government
New Oregon Consumer Privacy Act Gives Power Back to the People
Historically, most Americans have little control over their private data, but the new Oregon Consumer Privacy Act has changed that by giving power back to the people.

News
Stewards of Oregon’s Heritage Must be Able to Survive and Thrive
Oregon’s heritage resources and cultural materials are at risk if the organizations serving as stewards of these resources are not able to survive and thrive, warns…

Top Stories
Oregon Languishes in 48th Position of National Median Earnings
Oregon is languishing in the 48th position of all the states with one of the lowest median earnings in the country at $50,100, a staggering 50% lower than Washington DC…

Crime & Courts
Honda Vehicle Owners in Portland are Targeted by Thieves Stealing Electronic Parts
Honda owners living in Portland are alerted by the police to a suspect stealing electronic parts from the front of the vehicle.







