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Federal judge in Oregon orders recently arrested farmworker to remain in ICE custody
In her decision, U.S. District Court Judge Karin Immergut acknowledged that the farm worker is seeking asylum and ordered a speedy interview for his case.

Trial begins for man accused of plotting mass attack on Smith Rock climbing festival
Opening statements happen Wednesday morning after two days of jury selection in case of man who was arrested on suspicion of plotting a mass shooting. The case is likely to touch on mental health, when something is attempted and freedom of speech when owning fire arms.

Southwest Washington restaurant loses appeal over $1M COVID violation fine
Stuffy’s II Restaurant in Longview, owned by Glenda and Bud Duling under Duling Enterprises LLC, owes $936,000 in fines.

Southern Oregon landmark hotel faces foreclosure amid alleged fraud
Owners of the historic Prospect Hotel, near Crater Lake National Park in Jackson County, have been targeted by embezzlement and fraud, authorities say.

Grants Pass City Council votes to settle homelessness lawsuit
The tentative agreement requires the city to ensure space for campers and fund some homeless services.

Columbia Sportswear sees double, sues Columbia University in trademark spat
The retailer is calling on the Ivy League institution to stop selling merchandise that too closely resembles its branded products.

Is a pending nudity ban at Seattle’s Denny Blaine Park ‘queerphobic’?
Members of Seattle’s LGBTQ+ community are calling out a decision from a King County Superior Court judge requiring the city to crack down on public nudity at the park within the next two weeks.

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State attorney general alleges Morrow County officials enriched themselves in broadband deal
Defendants include longtime Republican state Rep. Greg Smith

Bullies or demonstrators? How court records are describing Portland’s ICE protests
Court records show a more nuanced picture of what federal officers have been facing.

3 Oregon students file lawsuit to ban trans athletes from women’s sports
Legal challenges to trans athletes competing in women's sports have appeared in multiple states. Three Oregon students argue trans athletes are given special privileges, including having to hire security to escort them during track meets.