Abortion Access: Gov. Tina Kotek visited Planned Parenthood’s Eugene-Springfield clinic to back abortion access, highlighting Oregon’s broad protections ahead of the Dobbs anniversary. Wildfire Preparedness: An Oregon State Fire Marshal “defensible space” visit challenged common wildfire assumptions and offered practical ways to reduce risk around homes. Housing & Taxes: A teen policy advocate argues the tax system discourages saving, making homeownership harder for younger Oregonians and others nationwide. Retirement Savings: A new “Auto-IRA” push and the Saver’s Match aim to help workers without employer plans build retirement savings. Voting Rights: A national piece warns millions of 18-year-olds aren’t registered, leaving young voters out of elections. AI Regulation: States are moving ahead with targeted AI laws even as Trump tried to limit state regulation. Politics & Money: Super PACs tied to major AI firms are flooding congressional races with ads. Local Courts: Lane County’s Katina Saint Marie defeated incumbent Judge Amit Kapoor in a rare challenge to a sitting circuit judge. Health Care Costs: Medicaid billing data shows sharp local spending changes across Oregon communities, including big jumps in certain service categories. Oregon Higher Ed: Southern Oregon University approved a provisional plan to cut its budget and sunset three majors to reach solvency. Community Grant: Jackson County Library Services received a $15,000 grant to help patrons with transportation via repair kits and transit tokens/passes. Environment: NOAA warns El Niño marine heatwaves could raise disease and death risks for ocean animals.