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Oregon veterans and activists protest potential US involvement in Iran-Israel conflict
KPIC - Oregon
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A group of veterans and activists gathered outside U.S. Senator Ron Wyden's office on Wednesday to protest against potential U.S. involvement in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The demonstration, organized...
In Bend visit, Kotek says Medicaid cuts would hurt Oregon’s economy
Oregon Capital Insider
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June 18, 2025
Published 4:52 pm Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Oregon Governor Tina Kotek guides a discussion about medicaid cuts, at Mosaic Medical Conners Health Center in Bend Wednesday afternoon. 6-18-25 Andy Tullis/The Bulletin Rural Oregon medical professionals...
Oregon early learning nonprofits urge reconsideration of proposed budget cuts
KGW 8 - Oregon
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June 19, 2025
The Children’s Institute, Latino Network and Healthy Families Oregon say early intervention is key to positive long-term social and economic outcomes. PORTLAND, Ore. — Up to $45 million in cuts could be on the way for Oregon nonprofits that...
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2025 concert season opens at Oregon Park West
Ogle County - Illinois
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OREGON – Hot and humid temperatures and music by “That Gurl” kicked off the 2025 season of the Oregon Park District’s Concerts in the Park Tuesday, June 17. A good crowd braved the 90-degree heat at Oregon Park West, 1402 Koontz Place, with...
Leisure, hospitality led Oregon job gains in May
Cannon Beach Gazette - Oregon
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June 18, 2025
Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment declined in May by 1,400 jobs, following a revised gain of 1,000 jobs in April, according to the Oregon Employment Department. Oregon’s unemployment rate was 4.8% in May and 4.7% in April,...
Five Takeaways: Mid-Year 2025 Economic Outlook
Spokane Journal of Business - Washington State
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June 19, 2025
Earlier this month, the Journal of Business hosted Avista Corp. chief economist Grant Forsyth for its most recent Elevating The Conversation podcast for the Mid-Year Economic Outlook. The Elevating The Conversation podcast is available on Apple...
114 Husker undergrads receive stipends for summer research projects
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has awarded stipends to 114 Husker undergraduates to participate in research with a faculty mentor this summer. Nebraska’s Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience Program supports undergraduates...
New law strikes medical debt from Oregonians' credit scores
Public News Service
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A bill prohibiting credit reporting on Oregonians' medical debt has been signed into law by Gov. Tina Kotek. Hailed as a significant victory for consumer rights advocates, the bill also removes existing medical debt from credit reports, including...
Drag Queens Take Over Oregon House Floor
CNSNews
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DONATE On Wednesday, drag queens took over the Oregon House floor in what can only be described as taxpayer-funded drag theater. Footage shows performers lip-syncing while lawmakers looked on—some awkwardly bobbing along like they were at a middle...
Rebellion in Salem: Oregon Democrats to try curbing presidential control of National Guard
Must Read Alaska
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June 18, 2025
A group of Oregon Democratic lawmakers has introduced legislation seeking to limit the federal executive branch’s ability to deploy the Oregon National Guard. Their actions will raise many questions about constitutional authority and federalism,...
New Oregon Law Strengthens Prohibition on the Corporate Practice of Medicine
JD Supra - California
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June 19, 2025
On June 9, 2025, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill 951 (SB 951) into law. According to sponsors of SB 951, this new legislation is designed to curb the influence of private equity and third-party management companies over medical...
Travel Oregon Officials Give Well-Paid CEO a New Deal in Retirement
The Source Weekly - Oregon
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June 18, 2025
Shortly after Travel Oregon’s CEO announced his retirement, the commission that oversees the agency voted to keep him on for a year to help pick his successor and approved a new employment package. But the state agency is now unwilling to share...
Turning a Corner — Cascade East Transit Expands Central Oregon Services
The Source Weekly - Oregon
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June 18, 2025
The Cascade East Transit bus trundled along Route 2 past downtown Bend during the evening rush hour on June 12. Finished with work, Jill Hanson boarded the bus at Hawthorne Station, choosing a window seat among four other passengers. Hanson has...
Oregon’s unemployment rate edges up to 4.7% in May, as state sees 1,400-job decline
KTVZ - Oregon
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June 18, 2025
Oregon’s unemployment rate was 4.8% in May and 4.7% in April, after rising gradually over the past year from 4.1% in May 2024, the state Employment Department reported Wednesday. Oregon’s 4.8% unemployment rate was 1.2 percentage points higher...
Major Oregon Coast Beach Cleanups Right After Fourth - How You Can Help
Oregon Coast Beach Connection
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Published 06/18/25 at 6:05 p.m. By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff (Rockaway Beach, Oregon) - As summer begins, the Pacific Northwest sees a surge in outdoor activity, drawing residents and visitors alike to beaches, rivers, and parks. But...
Drag Show Performed on Floor of Oregon House
Breitbart
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June 18, 2025
A drag show was performed on the floor of the Oregon House of Representatives on Wednesday, according to several reports. In a post on X, Oregon state Rep. Dwayne Yunker (R) confirmed that a drag show had been performed on the Oregon House floor...
Oregon lawmakers to slash homelessness prevention funding; Gov. Kotek calls on them to reconsider
OregonLive.com
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June 18, 2025
The proposed housing and homelessness budget making its way through the Oregon Legislature would cut eviction prevention funding by 74% compared to the current budget, to just under $34 million in the upcoming 2025-27 biennium. The cuts would...
Oregon Targets Corporate Practice of Medicine with Enacted Bill: What SB 951 Means for MSOs, PE-Backed Physician Groups, and Physicians
National Law Review
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June 18, 2025
Overview of SB 951 Oregon Governor Tina Kotek on Monday, June 9, 2025, signed a first-of-its-kind law that significantly reshapes the state’s regulatory landscape for non-physician investment in medical practices. Senate Bill 951 (“SB 951” or the...
Oregon’s jobless rate ticks up in May
KLCC - Oregon
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June 18, 2025
Oregon’s unemployment rate was up slightly last month at 4.8% compared to 4.7% in April. State employment economist Gayle Krumenauer said the rate has been inching up slowly over the last year. “We've seen little change month to month in Oregon's...
GUEST COLUMN: Oregon needs to stop the flow of illegal guns — and we know how to do it
The Rogue Valley Times - Oregon
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June 18, 2025
Published 6:45 am Wednesday, June 18, 2025 If Oregon wants to make lasting progress in reducing gun violence and the devastating ripple effects, the state must address a largely overlooked but crucial driver: the unchecked flow of firearms from...