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Eugene becomes first city in Oregon to restrict natural gas in new residential construction
Starting this summer, developers will have to use electric appliances and power when building new residences of three stories or less.

Whether gas prices are up or down, don’t blame or thank the president
Prices at the pump are falling, which is welcome news for Democrats this election season. But politicians have very limited control over energy costs.

Oregonians pump their own gasoline during heat wave emergency
Oregonians in 25 counties can pump their own gas through Sunday, when Gov. Kate Brown’s emergency declaration for extreme heat ends.

Biden wants a gas tax holiday. Some economists say that’s a bad idea
Biden wants Congress to give people a break on the federal gas tax for the summer. But economists say that won't translate into big savings at the pump — and could hurt efforts to curb inflation.

Astronomical price of diesel is making everything more expensive
America runs on diesel. It keeps freight moving, factories humming and farmers planting. But a surge in diesel prices is making everything more expensive.
Biden tapping oil reserve for 6 months to control gas prices
President Joe Biden is ordering the release of 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation’s strategic petroleum reserve for six months in a bid to control energy prices
Biden planning to tap oil reserve to control gas prices
President Joe Biden is preparing to order the release of up to 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation’s strategic petroleum reserve in a bid to control energy prices.

How to cushion the financial hit from sky-high gas prices
Any motorist who has filled up lately could be forgiven for wincing in disbelief.
Offshore Oil, Gas Drilling Is Coming To The Pacific Northwest Under Trump Proposal
The Trump administration announced a new plan Thursday that would allow offshore oil and gas drilling in the ocean off the Pacific Northwest coast.

Oregon Lawmakers Consider Measure To Expand Self-Service Gas
Oregon lawmakers are considering a proposal that would open the door to allowing more people to pump their own gas. It's an expansion of a previous loosening of the state's ban on self-service gasoline.