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OPINION: Oregon's congressional delegation must not remain silent on Biden's candidacy
This isn’t the moment for timidity among Oregon’s Democratic Party leaders. When pressed by local media for their views on whether President Biden should still be at the top of their ticket, five of the six Democrats who represent Oregon in Congress have been either silent, supportive of the president, or deflective of the question. Oregon’s congressional delegation will not decide the president’s fate following his incoherent debate performance two...
2020 Olympic gold medalist Jade Carey on 'redemption' tour
Oregon State gymnast Jade Carey recently punched her ticket to becoming a two-time Olympian when she qualified for the 2024 Paris Games on July 1. Her first trip came in 2021, when she competed in the 2020 Tokyo Games that were pushed back a year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tokyo 2020 was as successful as it could've been for the then-21 year old Carey, who won a gold medal on floor. ...
Appeals court hears arguments in Oregon lawsuit on Department of Human Services protections for LGBTQ kids
A federal appeals panel heard arguments Tuesday, July 9, in a Malheur County woman’s lawsuit that challenges state adoption rules intended to protect LGBTQ children on the basis of religious and free speech rights. Jessica Bates, who lives in Vale, sued the state in U.S. District Court in Portland in April 2023 after the Oregon Department of Human Services blocked her from qualifying as an adoptive parent. The state requires adoptive parents to support LGBTQ children they adopt — something that goes against Bates’ Christian...
Four tips to make a yard less attractive to ticks
Backyards are ideal places to spend warm afternoons soaking up some sun. Lazy days in the yard are a big part of what makes warm weather seasons like spring and summer so appealing. But those afternoons can quickly go off the rails when an unwelcome visitor makes its presence known. Ticks can be found throughout the world, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that only a select few types of ticks transmit bacteria, viruses, parasites, or pathogens that cause diseases in people....
Legislator calls for review of camping restrictions
A state legislator has urged leaders to set up a review of Oregon’s 2021 law requiring cities to follow “objectively reasonable” standards when they regulate the time, place and manner of camping on public property. Rep. Paul Evans, D-Monmouth, said in a letter released to colleagues on Tuesday, July 9, that a review is warranted in the aftermath of a June 28 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court that upheld the authority of Grants Pass to regulate such camping. The decision effectively overturned a 2018...
Our TV picks for Thursday, July 11: The 2024 ESPYS; Don’t Forget the Lyrics!; Deadly Wives Club
The 2024 ESPYS KATU 8 p.m. Live from the Dolby Theatre in LA, tennis legend Serena Williams hosts as numerous celebrities from the world of sports and entertainment gather to celebrate outstanding achievement, spectacular moments and leading performers from the past year in sports. Don’t Forget the Lyrics! ...
Oregon among 27 states with illnesses linked to mushroom-derived candies
Oregon is one of 27 states with cases of a severe and acute illness associated with a brand of candies that contain a potentially harmful chemical found in mushrooms, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. So far, Oregon has had only one reported case. That patient recovered from the illness. CDC reports there now are 58 cases across the country, with 30 hospitalizations. One death also is being investigated. ...
Oregon City cooling center at public library open again Tuesday
With temperatures again in the triple digits, Oregon City opened the public library as a cooling center again on Tuesday, July 9. This city update means that community members looking to cool down from triple-digit temperatures can visit the library on 606 John Adams Street. Around 7 p.m., if the temperatures are 100 degrees or higher, the library will remain open to provide relief from the heat wave. The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning through 10 p.m. Tuesday in portions of northwest and west/central Oregon, as well as southwest Washington, and told people to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, check on neighbors, not to leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles and wear light and loose-fitting clothes, among other recommendations.
Kroger-Albertsons announces sale of stores across Portland metro area
Kroger-Albertsons has released a list of stores in the Portland metro area that they expect to sell to a New Hampshire-based chain, C&S Wholesale Grocers, as part of a nationwide, $2.9 billion deal. The Kroger chain includes Safeway, Albertson and QFC. The change is happening across the country. Locally, stores to change ownership are in Portland and many of its suburbs. ...
Oregon City opens second round of event grant applications
Oregon City is accepting applications for the next round of city-sponsored public event grants. These grants are funded through lodging tax receipts and are part of the city’s strategy to increase visitation to the community. Events must be open to the public, with the goal of attracting 1,000 to 5,000 visitors from across the region. “The city’s financial support is meant to foster a growing, stable and viable ongoing public...
Home Energy Spotlight: Why weatherization is one of the best ways to save energy, money
Before spending money on bigger items like a new heat pump, furnace or air conditioner, one of the best and first things to consider when looking for ways to save energy at home is weatherization. Weatherization includes a variety of improvements that all do the same thing: they keep air from coming in or out of your home through gaps, cracks and other openings. That means your heating and cooling system uses less energy to keep your home comfortable. Weatherization can include small but effective...
Survey: Oregonians wary of artificial intelligence
Oregonians are apprehensive about artificial intelligence, a recent survey from the nonpartisan Oregon Values and Beliefs Center found. The Portland-based nonprofit regularly surveys Oregonians about their opinions on matters of public interest. Its latest research on artificial intelligence comes as the state grapples with how to handle the emerging technology. Earlier this year, the Oregon Legislature passed a law to crack down on artificial intelligence used by political campaigns to mislead voters, and Gov. Tina Kotek formed a new advisory council. ...
Signatures submitted for two Oregon ballot initiatives
Advocates await word on whether they have gathered enough valid signatures to qualify their ballot initiatives for Oregon's Nov. 5 general election. One proposed measure would rebate $750 per Oregonian annually, funded by a 3% surcharge on the current minimum tax paid by businesses with annual Oregon sales of at least $25 million. (The law sets $30,000 as the minimum for these businesses.) The sole sponsor is Antonio Gisbert of...
CCC automotive training program receives accreditation
The automotive training program at Clackamas Community College has received ASE Training Program accreditation from the ASE Education Foundation. The college’s automotive program has been accredited in master automobile service technology - the highest level of program accreditation recognized by ASE. To achieve this recognition, the school’s automotive training program underwent rigorous evaluation by the ASE Education Foundation. Nationally accepted standards of excellence in areas such as instruction, facilities and...
Our TV picks for Wednesday, July 10: Who Wants to Be a Millionaire; Dynamic Planet; Claim to Fame
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire KATU 8 p.m. Celebrity contestants can use their lifelines once more as Jimmy Kimmel returns as host in this season premiere. The questions get harder and harder as celebs work in pairs for a chance to win up to $1 million for charities of their choosing. Dynamic Planet ...
2024 BMW i4 M50 Gran Coupe is EV version of legendary BMW sedans
For years BMW has flourished by offering exceptional base models and a range of more powerful and better handling M versions for more money. That has allowed buyers who want to save money to afford a genuine BMW car or SUV, while enthusiasts with money can fulfill their dreams. Now BMW has committed to an electrified future and is applying the same strategy to its EVs. A case in point is the i4, an all-electric four door hatchback that straddles the line between a compact...
TriMet continues to offer free rides to, from cooling centers
Thanks to the extended threat of triple-digit temperatures the next few days, TriMet is still offering free bus rides for those heading to or from a cooling center. “TriMet won't turn away anyone riding to or from a cooling center who cannot pay fare between 10 a.m. & 10 p.m. daily through Tuesday, July 9,” a transit agency spokesperson said in a press release. “We ask riders to please tell their bus operator that you’re heading to or from a cooling center. Plan your trip at trimet.org. Prepare for riding during extreme heat at trimet.org/heat."
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