Even before lawmakers hear Thursday's quarterly economic forecast, the Oregon Legislature's three chief budget writers are preparing for the likelihood of even smaller tax collections that could lead to cuts in already-approved spending for the current two-year cycle.

Foreclosure filings jumped 22.9% in Oregon in October, and 23.6% in the Portland area.

River Point Farms of Hermiston has released an EverMild sweet onion, which promises to be tearless, mild and sweet.