Oregon’s Farmworker Overtime Law: A Bitter Harvest for Both Workers and Farmers?
Oregon’s landmark **farmworker overtime law**, enacted in 2022, is a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at ensuring fair compensation and…
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Oregon’s October Haunts: Dark Tourism Delivers Chills and Economic Thrills
As the crisp autumn air settles and Halloween approaches, Oregon is once again cashing in on a chilling phenomenon: Oregon…
Portland Tourism Struggles as National Guard Deployment Compounds Decline in International Visitors
Portland, Oregon – The vibrant tourism sector of Portland and the broader Oregon region is grappling with a dual challenge:…
Oregon Braces for Federal Shutdown Fallout: Thousands of Workers Furloughed, Essential Services Disrupted
PORTLAND, Ore. – The federal government has officially entered a shutdown as of October 1, 2025, following a failure by…
US Imposes Staggering 35% Tariffs on Canada Amidst Unresolved Trade Disputes
President Trump has escalated trade tensions by announcing significant new tariffs on goods from numerous countries, with Canada facing a…
Trump Administration Enacts Broad Global Tariffs, Targeting 68 Nations and EU
Washington D.C. – President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 1, 2025, implementing substantial new tariff rates on…
G7 Summit 2025: Leaders Forge Unified Front on Global Economy, Supply Chains & AI; Reaffirm Ukraine Support
G7 Leaders Conclude Summit, Issue Joint Communiqué on Global Challenges Kyoto, Japan – Leaders from the Group of Seven (G7)…
Oregon Estuary Protection Bill Advances Amid Fierce Debate Over Coastal Economy Impact
Proposed Oregon Estuary Protection Act Clears Committee, Moves to House Floor Salem, Oregon – A legislative proposal aimed at significantly…
The Future of Oregon’s Forests: A Battle Between Conservation and Economic Growth
Oregon, the land of towering Douglas firs, misty mountains, and sprawling forests, has always been synonymous with natural beauty. But…