Oregon News: 3/4/05

Legislature leaders reach deal on budget
Alternatives for schools debated
Rally pushes for gay unions
Tabs add up as lobbyists wine and dine
School lobby practiced in art of facing reality
Activists slinging mud at Water Bureau
Bill would put an extra fee on studded tire use
Chalkboard scratches plans for Legislature
House committee approves building-rights bill
Senate hears testimony about two forest bills
Oregonians sign up for citizen border patrol