Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will slash $15 billion in federal money to Oregon, Kotek says
Health care and food assistance for low-income Oregonians will take the brunt of the impact.
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Extreme heat warnings throughout Oregon, Southwest Washington prompt officials to open cooling centers
From Ontario to Hood River, a mission to support Oregon’s community college students
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Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will slash $15 billion in federal money to Oregon, Kotek says
OPB’s First Look: Saving ‘godless’ Portland
Christian revival event draws thousands in quest to save Portland’s soul
For nearly a century, evangelists have come to Portland to spread their faith in a city known for its lack of religion. The leader of a West Linn megachurch is the latest, with the PDX Crusade event at the Moda Center.
Deschutes County’s new sheriff aims to rebuild trust following predecessor’s resignation
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Newly appointed Deschutes County interim Sheriff Ty Rupert shares his priorities and efforts to restore trust within the community and among staff following the brief, controversial tenure of his predecessor, who resigned last month.
Oregon Imagination Library receives state funding to continue mailing books to children
Imagination Library is an international program launched by Dolly Parton in 1995 to combat illiteracy.
Federal funding for public media has been eliminated.
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Bikes, buses and bridges: Teens explore transit at Portland State camp
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Oregon high school students get nerdy about all things transit at Portland State University’s Summer Transportation Camp.
From Ontario to Hood River, a mission to support Oregon’s community college students
Clackamas Community College President Tim Cook ran nearly 1,500 miles to all 17 state community colleges in 52 days, raising over $130,000 for students in financial need.
Lincoln County sends veteran services levy to ballot
The county’s Veterans Services Director Keith Barnes said his office serves more than 5,000 veterans and their families with just a handful of employees.
Southern Oregon landmark hotel faces foreclosure amid alleged fraud
Owners of the historic Prospect Hotel, near Crater Lake National Monument in Jackson County, have been targeted by embezzlement and fraud, authorities say.
Washington School for the Blind superintendent resigns, citing harassment and threats
The longtime superintendent at the Washington State School for the Blind is resigning amid threats from a disgruntled former employee, he announced this month.
How NASA satellites help researchers better understand Northwest river temperatures
Using satellite remote sensing to measure water temperature has been heavily underutilized, said a professor at the University of Washington.
Oregon ranked No. 7 in AP’s preseason college football poll
The Oregon Ducks will enter the college football season ranked No. 7 in the nation. They open their season on Aug. 30.
Oregon’s Ron Wyden plans another US Senate run while Democrats debate leadership change
At a recent town hall, the Democratic lawmaker highlighted his party’s aging leadership while addressing a range of national issues.
As new tariffs take effect, here’s a reminder of how import taxes affect Oregon
President Trump’s new round of tariffs may weigh heavily on trade-dependent states like Oregon.
How heat waves are changing in the Pacific Northwest
Not only are days and nights getting hotter in the Pacific Northwest, but heat waves are also changing. These changes affect how Oregonians experience hot weather.
Portland fight choreographer teaches students to have confidence
If you've ever seen a stage production at Portland's local theaters with lots of action or fights, you've probably seen the work of Kristen Mun-Van Noy.
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Federal agents spread out across D.C. streets amid Trump’s vow to crack down on crime
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President Trump promised a weekend crackdown on Washington, D.C.'s homeless population and criminals. Trump activated federal agents to also be a show of force across the district.
Trump taps conservative economist to lead statistics agency
President Trump plans to tap an economist from the conservative Heritage Foundation to oversee the Bureau of Labor Statistics. He fired the previous leader after a disappointing jobs report.
CDC union condemns vaccine misinformation after shooter blamed COVID vaccine for depression
A Georgia man who had blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for making him suicidal has been identified as the shooter who fired shots at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters, killing a police officer.
Increasing the danger: Journalist killing in Gaza sends a chilling message
For the first time, Israel quickly claimed responsibility for the killing of Anas al-Sharif. Al Jazeera and others were quick to condemn the killing, and the news director of Al Jazeera English called on news organizations around the world to recruit more journalists to cover the war.
Trump’s tariff revenue has skyrocketed. But how big is it, really?
President Trump's new tariffs are pouring in. But it's still only a fraction of overall government revenues — and falls short of new spending in the recent Republican megabill.
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Harefest celebrates music, nostalgia and community
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“The mother of all tribute band festivals” in Canby, Oregon, gathers 24 acts across three days in July.
