School Tech Debate: A new book, “The Digital Delusion,” is fueling a push to cut screen time in Oregon schools, with parents and educators citing test-score declines tied to laptops and tablets. Capitol Payout Fight: Trump’s nearly $1.8B “anti-weaponization” fund is drawing backlash as Jan. 6 rioters seek payouts even as a judge freezes the fund’s formation. Water Access & Invasives: Oregon’s new permit requirement for small nonmotorized boats is now in effect, with supporters saying fees target invasive mussel prevention and opponents calling it an infringement on liberty. War Zone Surveillance: Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden highlights Pentagon concerns that U.S. troops in active war zones were targeted using commercial location data. Public Safety Tragedy: Longview, Washington identified all 11 victims after a paper mill chemical tank implosion, including several from Oregon. Local Politics: Oregon lawmakers are ramping up debate over IP 28 and education policy ahead of November, with candidates trading sharp critiques over jobs, taxes, and school standards. Environment & Infrastructure: Federal work is moving to speed up rebuilding at Idaho’s Albeni Falls Dam by replacing spillway gates. Business & Community: Winnebago Coins opened in Minnesota, run by an Oregon family returning to small-town roots.