Spotlight Oregon
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Bend’s New Water Battle: Expansion vs. Preservation
A familiar tension has resurfaced in Central Oregon, as the City of Bend’s proposed water infrastructure expansion at the ‘Outback’…
Hansberry’s Legacy: From Broadway to Ashland Plaque
Lorraine Hansberry, the pioneering playwright whose work reshaped American theater, has found a permanent home in Ashland, Oregon. Beyond the…
Jeb Bladine: Ending Toxic Political Bombast
In a recent, poignant editorial, Jeb Bladine, president and publisher of the News-Register, has sounded the alarm on a trend…
Oregon Senator Accuses Unions of ‘Bullying’ Tactics
Oregon State Senator Janeen Sollman has ignited a firestorm within the state’s political landscape, publicly accusing two influential labor unions…
Oregon’s Radical Universal Health Care Gamble: Can It Work?
Oregon is attempting to reshape the fundamental architecture of its health care system, aiming to move away from employer-based coverage…
Around The Globe
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Banksy Strikes Again: ‘Blinded by Flag’ Statue Stuns London
Elusive street artist Banksy has officially confirmed his hand in a provocative new installation that appeared overnight in the heart…
UAE Shakes Global Markets: Historic OPEC Exit Announced
The United Arab Emirates has officially announced its intention to withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)…
EU Media Freedom Under Attack: Trust Plummets in New Report
The European media landscape is facing what the Civil Liberties Union for Europe (Liberties) describes as a “sustained attack,” with…
History Shattered: Sabastian Sawe Runs First Sub-2-Hour Marathon
On an historic Sunday in London, the landscape of human endurance was permanently altered. Sabastian Sawe, the 31-year-old Kenyan sensation,…
Life & Leisure
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Commute Options Revives May Walk & Roll Challenge
Commute Options has officially announced the return of its highly anticipated May Walk & Roll Challenge, an annual community-driven event…
Western Water Crisis: Snow Droughts Risk 2100 Collapse
As the American West navigates an increasingly volatile climate, a new study from Oregon State University (OSU) has illuminated a…
Fluff Patrol: Help the Oregon Zoo Track Rare Gorge Pikas
The Oregon Zoo has officially launched its recruitment drive for the “Cascades Pika Watch,” a vital community science program aimed…
Scorched Outlook: PNW Braces for Record Warm, Dry 2026
The Pacific Northwest, a region typically defined by its lush greenery and reliable moisture, is confronting a stark reality this…
Sports Desk
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Bar & Bistro
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Portland Ignites for Cinco de Mayo 2026: Bar Crawls & Fiesta!
Portland Ignites for Cinco de Mayo 2026 with Bar Crawls and a Massive Fiesta Portland is set to explode with…
Strange-bird Takes Flight: Portland Food Cart Sprouts Brick-and-Mortar
Strange-bird is taking flight from its popular food cart to establish a permanent brick-and-mortar home in Southeast Portland. The beloved…
Pamana Launches Dinner Service in Portland’s Old Town
Pamana, the Filipino-American eatery that has been a popular brunch spot at The Hoxton hotel, is officially launching its dinner…
Oregon Breweries Medal at World Beer Cup
Oregon’s craft brewing scene continues to make its mark on the global stage, with numerous breweries earning accolades at the…
Brewed & Baked
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Craft Beer’s Great Divergence: Vibes vs. The Hard Data
At the 2026 Craft Brewers Conference, a palpable tension hung over the proceedings. For years, the narrative surrounding the American…
GOP Committee Rebels: Funding Bill Aims to Block Trump’s Marijuana Reform
In a direct legislative challenge to the Trump administration’s recent push for cannabis reform, a GOP-led House appropriations subcommittee has…
Federal Marijuana Shakeup: US Reschedules Medical Cannabis
In a historic departure from decades of federal drug policy, the U.S. Department of Justice and the Drug Enforcement Administration…
DEA Moves Medical Marijuana to Schedule III: What You Need to Know
The regulatory landscape for cannabis in the United States underwent a seismic shift this week, as the Drug Enforcement Administration…
