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The Billionaires Tax: Oregon Senators Lead Fiscal Overhaul
Oregon’s U.S. Senators, Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, have solidified their positions as the primary architects of aggressive ‘tax the…
The Electron Crunch: Oregon’s Pivot to Nuclear Energy
Oregon is currently staring down an unprecedented “electron crunch,” a surge in demand driven by the rapid expansion of hyperscale…
Oregon’s Costly Climate Fix: Legislative Redundancy?
Oregon’s 2025 Climate Resilience Investment Act has become the flashpoint of the current legislative session, igniting a fierce debate between…
Oregon’s Transport Funding: Unity Within Parties Key
Oregon’s Road Ahead: Navigating the Complexities of Transportation Funding Oregon’s approach to funding its vital transportation infrastructure is at a…
State Schools Face Funding Crisis: Overhaul Needed Now!
Our state’s current school funding formula is demonstrably failing to provide equitable resources for students across the commonwealth, necessitating an…
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Trump Petitions Supreme Court to Restart $400M White House Project
President Donald Trump has officially petitioned the United States Supreme Court to stay an injunction issued by a lower federal…
US Navy MH-60 Disables Vessel Evading Hormuz Blockade
The U.S. Navy executed a high-stakes maritime interdiction operation today in the Strait of Hormuz, utilizing an MH-60 Seahawk helicopter…
BC State of Emergency: Bald Range Wildfire Triggers Evacuations
British Columbia has officially declared a provincial state of emergency as the Bald Range wildfire, a fast-moving and volatile blaze,…
Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Forge Historic Defense Pact
In a move that signals a tectonic shift in the geopolitical architecture of the Middle East and South Asia, Türkiye,…
Life & Leisure
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Beaverton Braces: Cooling Centers Open as Triple-Digit Heat Looms
In a decisive move to address the surging temperatures, the City of Beaverton has officially opened after-hours cooling centers for…
Echo Mountain Fire Survivors Find Respite in New $1.7M Tiny Home Village
Six years after the 2020 Echo Mountain Fire turned homes to ash and upended lives, a sense of stability has…
Phoenix Golfer with ALS Reclaims Fairway via Adaptive Chair
The Moment of Impact: An Unforgettable Surprise In a poignant intersection of technological innovation and community kindness, the Golf Garage…
Remembering Bob Miller: Radio Legend and Astoria Trolley Champion Dies at 89
Bob Miller, the unmistakable voice of Portland radio and the tireless driving force behind the Astoria Riverfront Trolley, has passed…
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Bar & Bistro
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Portland’s Culinary Pulse: Il Corso, Melons, and More
Portland’s dining landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, characterized by a renewed emphasis on neighborhood-centric establishments that blend traditional hospitality…
Michael Mina Brings ‘Bar Sprezzatura’ to Portland’s Historic Heathman Hotel
Award-winning chef and restaurateur Michael Mina is poised to leave an indelible mark on the Pacific Northwest culinary scene this…
Bo & Vine Eugene Shuts Doors: A Changing Food Scene
Bo & Vine officially shuttered its doors in Eugene on August 1, 2026, bringing a definitive end to a six-year…
Smashburgers & Giving: Yin Yang Burger Hits CORE Pod
The Portland culinary scene has long been a battleground for burger supremacy, but the latest entrant to the Collective Oregon…
Brewed & Baked
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Oregon’s 2026 Fresh Hop Harvest: How Tech is Changing Beer
The 2026 fresh hop season has officially descended upon Oregon, marking one of the most critical windows for the Pacific…
Big Alcohol Backs Hemp-THC Rules: A Strategic Pivot
The alcohol industry has officially endorsed new legislation in Congress that would codify the legality of hemp-derived THC beverages, provided…
Oregon’s 2026 Hop Harvest: A Bumper Crop in the Making
The Pacific Northwest’s premier agricultural tradition is arriving ahead of schedule. Oregon’s hop growers are preparing for the 2026 harvest,…
Lobbying Shift: Oregon Healthy Alternatives Cuts Ties with Jefferson & Associates
The Oregon Healthy Alternatives Association has officially ended its federal lobbying relationship with Jefferson & Associates LLC, according to filings…
