Lucille McNamara

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.

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Latest from Lucille McNamara

  1. 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…

  2. 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…

  3. 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…

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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…

  7. 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…

  8. 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.