Amid virus spike, Oregon lawmakers ask governor to lift restrictions By Emily Cureton Cook (OPB)Nov. 20, 2020 2 p.m. Updated: Nov. 20, 2020 6:41 p.m.State and local leaders from rural Oregon seek more power over the COVID-19 response, as state records record number of daily cases and deaths. THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR:Become a Sponsor📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up