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Oregon Legislature Stalls on Climate Bills While Some Rollbacks Pass

March 6, 2026

The short session in Oregon saw most climate‑focused proposals stalled, leaving the state’s clean‑energy plans largely unchanged. A key idea that would have let the state tap a “Climate Superfund” to cover wildfire and heat damage never left committee, missing another chance to hold big polluters ac

finance

Cleveland Heights Faces Tight Budget Battle

March 3, 2026

The city’s new finance chief is pushing for stricter spending while waiting on two pending state audits that will decide its bond rating. He told the finance committee in early February that Ohio’s Auditor should finish the 2023 audit soon, and he expects no major surprises. The city still has a few

sports

Blazers Add Youngblood to Two‑Way Roster

March 3, 2026

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed 24‑year‑old guard Chris Youngblood to a two‑way contract, giving him another chance after an early exit from the Oklahoma City Thunder. Youngblood went undrafted in 2025 but earned a spot with OKC as a two‑way player. He played in 32 NBA games, averaging only 5

science

Reduced‑Nitrite Ham: Safety and Taste Stay Strong

February 28, 2026

Whole cooked ham is a staple in many diets, but the nitrite used to preserve it raises health worries. A new study looked at how cutting nitrite from 150 ppm to 80 ppm affects safety, texture, and flavor over time. The researchers checked the meat every 15 days for bacteria like total viable coun

health

Cooling Carbs: A Simple Trick to Tame Sugar Spikes

February 27, 2026

When people try to shed pounds, a new idea catches attention: chill cooked starches before eating them. The concept is based on the science of two kinds of starch found in foods like rice, pasta and potatoes. One type, amylose, is hard for the body to break down quickly; the other, amylopectin, diss

politics

A Refugee’s Lonely End: Questions Rise Over New York Drop‑off

February 26, 2026

In Buffalo, a 56‑year‑old man from Myanmar was left alone at a coffee shop after officials released him from jail. He had only partial vision and struggled to speak English, making the situation even more fragile. The man disappeared on February 19. Five days later, police found his body about four

entertainment

Kelly Cutrone Fires Back at Jay Manuel Over ANTM Drama

February 24, 2026

Kelly Cutrone, a well‑known fashion publicist who judged America’s Next Top Model from cycles 18 to 22, recently responded to Jay Manuel’s criticism of Tyra Banks in the Netflix docuseries “Reality Check. ” Manuel said that after cycle 8 he wanted to leave the show and that Banks ignored him on s

lifestyle

Grilling More Than Meat: How a Student Club is Cooking Up Community

February 16, 2026

A group of students at a university have started a club that is about more than just grilling food. They want to build a community around it. The Gator Grill Club is a new student organization. It focuses on the art of grilling and sharing meals together. The club's first meeting drew a large crowd

health

Keep Your Food Safe: The Cool Truth About Fridge Temperatures

February 16, 2026

Keeping food safe is not just about what you eat, but also how you store it. Fridges are crucial in this process. They slow down the growth of harmful bacteria. However, not all fridges are created equal. Some have simple dials, while others have digital controls. The FDA recommends keeping your fri

sports

Canada’s Powerhouse Returns to Beat Germany

February 15, 2026

The Canadian women’s hockey team won a decisive 5‑1 victory over Germany in the quarterfinals of the Milan Cortina Games, sending them to the semifinals. Captain Marie‑Philip Poulin, who had been sidelined by a knee injury, re‑entered the lineup and scored a power‑play goal that matched her Olymp