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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Bloom Newport: Music & Food Fest Lights Up Oregon Coast
Newport, Oregon is set to become a vibrant hub of culture and cuisine this May with the inaugural Bloom Newport…
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…
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…
