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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Politics & Government
Oregon Wealth Tax Proposal Would Tax Multimillionaires, Send Credits to 1.3 Million Low-Income Taxpayers
Between 4,500 and 5,000 of Oregon’s wealthiest households with a net worth over $50 million could become liable for a the payment of a wealth tax.
Crime & Courts
Oregon Drivers Could Get Millions in Fines Back if Medford Yellow Light Lawsuit Succeeds, Attorney Says
Oregon municipalities may have to repay millions of dollars in traffic fines if a lawsuit against Medford City is successful.
Crime & Courts
Oregon Lawmaker Arrested on DUII Charge After Allegedly Hitting Stop Sign and Driving Off
Oregon State Rep. Paul Evans was arrested in Polk County during the early hours of Sunday morning with double the legal limit of alcohol in his blood, according to Polk…
Crime & Courts
Unarmed Oregon Man Shot by Police During Traffic Stop to Get $18 Million Settlement
Hunter Newton was 21 years old when two Milwaukie police officers stopped him after he drove into a Taco Bell parking lot and, according to his family’s lawsuit, fired…
Politics & Government
Portland City Council to Consider New Concealed Carry Restrictions Tomorrow
Portland City Council could use authority granted under state law to restrict concealed weapons in a move to protect officials, city employees, and members of the public…
Environment
Supreme Court Hears Big Oil Case Today That Could Shut Down Oregon and Washington Climate Lawsuits
Today, arguments begin in the U.S. Supreme Court that could shut down climate lawsuits against Big Oil in Oregon and Washington.
Politics & Government
Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley, Bernie Sanders and AOC Push Federal Ban on Flock Surveillance Cameras
Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley has joined a national push to ban AI-powered surveillance cameras that track thousands of vehicle license plates in the Beaver State every…
Crime & Courts
Portland DA Seeks to Try 15-Year-Old as Adult Over Alleged Chemical Attack at Benson High
The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office is seeking to try a 15-year-old Portland student as an adult, DA Nathan Vasquez told a press conference on Friday.







