
Vasili Varlamos
Reporter at KATU-TV (Portland, OR)
Salem Bureau Reporter at @KATUnews | Greek🇬🇷 | Seattle Raised📍| @MurrowCollege |
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5 days ago |
katu.com | Vasili Varlamos
A bill that would make it illegal for Oregon landlords to ask about or discriminate based on a tenant's immigration status is one step closer to becoming law. The legislation would prohibit landlords from rejecting rental applicants due to their immigration or citizenship status. Supporters say this bill safeguards vulnerable renters who may face discrimination or threats of deportation for reporting problems with their living situation.
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5 days ago |
kval.com | Vasili Varlamos
SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — A bill that would make it illegal for Oregon landlords to ask about or discriminate based on a tenant's immigration status is one step closer to becoming law. The legislation would prohibit landlords from rejecting rental applicants due to their immigration or citizenship status. Supporters say this bill safeguards vulnerable renters who may face discrimination or threats of deportation for reporting problems with their living situation.
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1 week ago |
katu.com | Vasili Varlamos
A bill laying the legal groundwork for collecting tolls to help fund the I-5 bridge replacement passed the Oregon House of Representatives on Wednesday. The legislation allows the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) to impose and enforce tolls for the bridge project; however, it does not implement a toll. Tolls may not be established without the Oregon Transportation Commission's (OTC) approval.
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1 week ago |
kpic.com | Vasili Varlamos
Gov. Tina Kotek speaking at the largest wildfire supply depot in Oregon. (KATU)
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1 week ago |
katu.com | Vasili Varlamos
As the state braces for what could be another intense wildfire season, Gov. Tina Kotek and state fire officials held a press conference at Oregon's largest wildfire supply depot to discuss the state's readiness efforts. Kotek declared May "Wildfire Awareness Month" and urged Oregonians to act now by clearing brush, inspecting equipment, and signing up for emergency alerts. "We're blessed with some of the best coordination in the country," said Kotek.
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Gov. Tina Kotek spoke in support of HB 2138 at a press conference today. The bill allows the development of duplexes, triplexes, and more middle housing in high density areas while rolling back restrictions that often slow down the development process. https://t.co/3mRf5jCm7g

KATU’s Steve Dunn discussed in an exclusive interview with Gov. Tina Kotek last week. Check out the full interview with the link below! https://t.co/Z5dx4ECOue

It’s not only Valentine’s Day, it’s also Oregon’s 166th birthday! A solo snowman was out celebrating the occasion at the Oregon State Capitol. Happy birthday Oregon! https://t.co/0UlOqUHyqq