Oregon Governor Deploys $5 Million to Food Banks Amid Federal Shutdown, SNAP Cutoff Fears
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has declared a 60-day state of emergency due to hunger and directed $5 million in state…
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Ninth Circuit Reopens Door to Full Review, Halting Trump’s Portland National Guard Deployment
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has agreed to rehear a pivotal case concerning President Donald Trump’s authority to federalize…
Suspicious Fire Engulfs Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos’ Home; Investigation Ongoing
PORTLAND, Ore. – A “suspicious in nature” fire erupted in the early morning hours of Sunday, October 26, 2025, engulfing…
Oregon Navigates Political Crossroads, Economic Headwinds, and Lingering Legal Battles in Late 2025
Oregon finds itself at an **Oregon Political Crossroads** in late 2025, grappling with significant political shifts, persistent economic challenges, and…
Man Fatally Shot in Southeast Portland Saturday Night; Police Seek Public’s Help
Portland Police Investigating Fatal Portland Shooting; Suspects Flee Scene PORTLAND, Ore. — A man has died following a shooting that…
Oregon Grapples with Federal Shutdown’s Economic Fallout as National Guard Deployment Debate Intensifies
Oregon Federal Shutdown’s Impact on Rural Communities and National Guard Deployment Tensions PORTLAND, OR – Oregon is grappling with the…
Redmond School Board Narrowly Reinstates Equity Policy Amidst Community Divide
Redmond, Oregon – In a decision marked by passionate public input and a divided board, the Redmond School Board voted…
Blazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups Charged in Mafia-Backed Gambling Ring and Sports Betting Scheme; NBA Faces Integrity Crisis
Portland, Oregon – The integrity of the National Basketball Association was thrust into the spotlight on Thursday, October 23, 2025,…
Legal Showdown: Trump’s Attempted National Guard Deployment to Portland Bogged Down in Court Battles
The late summer and fall of 2025 saw a fierce legal battle unfold over President Donald Trump’s controversial attempt to…
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek Signs Executive Order to Enhance Climate Resilience of State Lands and Waters
Portland, OR – In a significant move to bolster the state’s defenses against a changing climate, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek…