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Will standing up to Trump, GOP be enough for Democrats in 2028?
KATU National Desk
Democrats are still charting what the party’s platform will look like beyond opposing Trump’s agenda.
Oregon News
Lebanon High School receives $100K grant from T-Mobile for football stadium
KOIN 6 | By Brenna Greene
While they fell just short of the grand prize of $1 million, the school’s second-place finish earned them $100,000 from T-Mobile.
NW Natural customers to see over 5% rate increase Friday
KGW | By Luisa Anderson
Gas bills will raise by 5.4% on average, or $4.38 per month, bringing the average monthly bill to nearly $86.
Report: Oregon among the worst states to find a job
KOIN 6 | By Amanda Rhoades
In a comparison of all 50 states, Oregon came in 46th place on WalletHub’s list of best states to find a job.
They evaluated each state based on both the job market and economic environment. The methodology weighed factors like job opportunities, employment growth and job security. They even factored in work-related stress tweets and the availability of internships.
Metrics used to assess each state’s economic environment included median annual income as well as state-income tax burdens, share of workers living in poverty, commute time and more.
POLITICS
Facing discrimination concerns, Oregon quietly halts noncitizen voters investigation
Oregon Capital Chronicle | By Shaanth Nanguneri
The Oregon Department of Justice and Secretary of State’s Office shelved an investigation into three individuals suspected of voting despite not being U.S. citizens after an attorney for the state warned the cases were “vulnerable” to claims of selective prosecution.
‘Global hub’: PNW leaders reaffirm commitment to innovation and economic opportunity
KOIN 6 | By Andrew Foran
Oregon, Washington and British Columbia signed a memorandum on Wednesday to improve housing affordability, sustainability and connectivity throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Avalos Connects Fire At Her House to High-Profile Incidents of Political Violence
Willamette Week | By Sophie Peel
“I am concerned that police leadership may be jumping to conclusions before the investigation is complete,” Avalos tells WW.
Multnomah County expands Preschool for All program with 240 new seats
KGW
Multnomah County is expanding its Preschool for All program again, adding hundreds of new, tuition-free preschool seats for the 2025-26 school year.
A top Portland political aide took in a homeless woman. He abandoned her at a state park days later
The Oregonian | By Shane Dixon Kavanaugh
The man behind the wheel: A top Portland City Hall staffer, who says he had let the woman stay at his home while he tried, unsuccessfully, to find her assistance she would accept.
County Auditor Presses for Fixed Budget to Remedy Conflict With Chair’s Office
Willamette Week | By Anthony Effinger
Jennifer McGuirk described “anxiety” after every audit, fearing retribution.
TRUMP ADMIN VS. OREGON
WATCH: Oregon leaders decry reported arrests of immigrant workers in Woodburn
KATU
Oregon leaders and immigration advocates are holding a press conference after they say more than 30 people were arrested by ICE agents in Woodburn on Thursday.
Portland councilors will mull policy that would target property owners who lease to detention centers
OPB | By Alex Zielinski
Portland City Council will consider new sanctions against a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building, which has been the focus of monthslong demonstrations, recent land use debates and several court decisions.
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