AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoArena Talks: Portland Trail Blazers and local Oregon officials are still tangled over funding upgrades to the 30-year-old Moda Center, with the Blazers’ short lease running only to 2030 and officials demanding “strings” like a longer-term lease before money moves. Endangered Species Act Fight: A Trump rule narrowing what counts as “harm” under the Endangered Species Act is prompting lawsuits from environmental groups and tribes, including an Eugene man, arguing it could loosen protections for Oregon species like the spotted frog. Hollywood Merger Pause: A federal judge has temporarily halted Paramount’s $81B merger with Warner Bros. Discovery for at least two weeks after states sued, setting up more court action. Oregon Gender-Affirming Care Debate: The Wall Street Journal is criticizing Oregon over reported rates of cross-sex hormones for minors, citing new data and reigniting a national fight over youth care. Local Business & Growth: Central Oregon continues to see development—Bend’s affordable housing fund recommendations head to council, and Tetherow Resort opened its new Coorie restaurant in Central Oregon. Tech & Jobs: Intel’s AI/data center push is growing revenue, but the company is still planning more layoffs, including in Oregon.
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