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County Jobs at Risk: What's Happening and Why?

December 10, 2025

Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide

opinion

Oregon's Hidden Weapon Against Gun Violence: Why Aren't We Using It More?

October 29, 2025

Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,

science

New Microscopic Lifeforms Discovered in Korean Waters

May 18, 2025

The world of tiny algae is more diverse than we thought. These algae, known as diatoms, play a huge role in our planet's health. They are responsible for about 20% of the carbon fixation that happens globally. This means they help reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the air, which is great for fi

crime

A Mystery Resurfaces: The Martin Family's Lost Car

March 7, 2025

In 1958, the Martins, a family of five from Portland, vanished without a trace. Kenneth and Barbara Jean Martin, along with their daughters Barbara, Virginia, and Susan Margaret, were supposed to visit the Columbia River Gorge to gather greenery for Christmas wreaths. They never came back. It was a

health

Cats Caught in Bird Flu Mess

February 23, 2025

Cats are usually known for their independent nature and love for birds, but recently, some have found themselves in a serious situation. In Oregon, five cats from different households tested positive for the highly contagious bird flu virus, known as HPAI, between December 2024 and February 2025. Th

politics

Voting Box Fires in Portland and Vancouver: Are They Connected?

October 29, 2024

Early Monday morning, voting box fires were reported in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. Authorities suspect these incidents might be linked due to similarities, including the use of an identical Volvo at both scenes. Portland police described the fires as targeted and intentional. Three

crime

Burned Ballots: What Happened and Why it Matters

October 28, 2024

Early Monday morning, fire consumed a ballot box in Vancouver's C-TRAN Park & Ride at Fisher’s Landing Transit Center. An unknown device attached to the ballot box ignited the fire. The damage is significant, with hundreds of ballots reduced to ashes. The last ballot pickup, at 11 a. m. on October