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Public health leaders say now is the time for vaccinations

Public health leaders in Washington, Oregon, California and Hawaii have released vaccine recommendations for the respiratory virus season.

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Oct 13 • 3:34 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
Why does an electrified pickle glow? We’re not exactly sure

Portland State University engineering professor Joshua Méndez is conducting experiments in his lab to get to the bottom of this electrostatic mystery.

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Oct 13 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
Amazon, data centers and the race for Oregon governor

Can a massive influx of money to political candidates and rural communities change public perception of Amazon’s data centers in Oregon?

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Oct 13 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
The voters who are fed up with Southwest Washington’s battleground Congressional race

Voters who dislike both candidates could play a key role in deciding the outcome.

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Oct 12 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
In one of the countrys most competitive districts, a Democrat tries to keep her seat

In a highly competitive Washington congressional race, the incumbent Democrat has angered part of her party base and the Trump-backed Republican challenger faces backlash against the party in power.

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Oct 11 • 11:00 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
André Luiz scores 2 goals for Sporting KC in 3-3 tie with Timbers

André Luiz scored two goals and became the first player in club history with seven goals in their first seven appearances for Sporting Kansas City in a 3-3 tie with the Portland Timbers on Saturday night.

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Oct 11 • 10:56 AM EDT • Sports • opb.org
Why you should watch ‘Lanterns’ before the next Superman movie ‘Man of Tomorrow’

There are a few reasons why you should watch the HBO series ahead of the 2027 premiere of the film "Man of Tomorrow."

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Oct 11 • 9:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • nj.com
In Coos Bay, a ‘data canoe’ connects water science and tribal traditions

A canoe equipped with solar-powered sensors brings environmental science and tribal traditions together in a project designed to support Native youth.

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Oct 11 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
Did Russia play by the rules in reporting lab workers death?

A global treaty signed by 197 countries — including Russia — requires reporting any death that could be a sign of an outbreak to come.

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Oct 10 • 12:51 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
Facing tight race, Gov. Tina Kotek taps friendly influencers to spread message

The Democratic governor has granted in-person interviews to a cast of social media users this year.

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Oct 9 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Vancouver’s Main Street reopens after $26M makeover

The Southwest Washington city celebrates the reopening of Main Street after a nearly two-year redevelopment. The project, first envisioned in the 1990s, took a toll on businesses along the corridor.

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Oct 7 • 9:00 AM EDT • Business • opb.org
US Supreme Court orders another look at how Washington state political maps are drawn

Monday’s action will not affect next month’s election. But it could lead to the state’s legislative district boundaries changing before they’re next scheduled to be redrawn in 2031.

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Oct 6 • 1:54 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Mail mystery: Astoria businesses, City Hall report spotty delivery, missing packages

Inconsistent mail delivery in Astoria has attracted the attention of Oregon's U.S. senators, especially as midterm elections near.

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Oct 5 • 3:50 PM EDT • Business • opb.org
Brazils presidential race heads to Lula–Bolsonaro run-off as right gains ground

Now there are two: Brazil heads into a runoff after a first round that failed to fully energize voters, setting the stage for a more polarized contest that Washington is watching very closely.

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Oct 4 • 10:31 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Election 2026: Richmond mayoral race pits veteran against political scion

Claudia Jimenez, Ahmad Anderson will face off in November

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Oct 4 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • mercurynews.com
Election 2026: Richmond mayoral race pits veteran against political scion

Claudia Jimenez, Ahmad Anderson will face off in November

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Oct 4 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • eastbaytimes.com
East Bay tech and life science hub is bought by New York City investors

Price for property is far below its assessed value and loan.

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Oct 2 • 9:53 AM EDT • Science • eastbaytimes.com
East Bay tech and life science hub is bought by New York City investors

Price for property is far below its assessed value and loan.

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Oct 2 • 9:53 AM EDT • Science • mercurynews.com
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$10 million political check is not aimed at any particular Oregon race this year, union says

The union representing Oregon carpenters says the money is meant for long-term political giving, not just the 2026 elections.

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Oct 1 • 6:33 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
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‘OPB Politics Now’ Live from Beaverton: Oregon governor’s race, suburban races and more

The OPB politics and regional teams took the show on the road to Beaverton for a live taping Sept. 30.

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Oct 1 • 4:34 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Science of Perception Box Podcast Named Finalist in Four 2026 Signal Awards Categories

/PRNewswire/ -- Science of Perception Box™, the award-winning podcast produced by Unlikely Collaborators in partnership with Pod People, has been named a...

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Oct 1 • 4:13 PM EDT • Science • prnewswire.com
Oregon health officials urge vaccinations ahead of respiratory virus season

The Oregon Health Authority anticipates a potentially severe season for illnesses, including influenza, RSV and COVID-19.

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Sep 30 • 5:00 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
Did the craving for mammoth kabobs drive early American migration?

A research team that includes an archaeologist in the Pacific Northwest has a new answer to the question of what kind of food early Americans ate.

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Sep 30 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
How did Portland become the global epicenter of women’s sports?

Portlanders have consistently shown up for women’s sports and helped create the world of women’s sports we know today.

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Sep 30 • 9:00 AM EDT • Sports • opb.org
University of Washington study suggests more coyotes are living in cities

University of Washington researchers found that coyote density in Seattle was nine times higher than in the wild.

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Sep 27 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
Oregon mental health providers, hospitals challenge mandate to treat criminal defendants first

The providers say the Oregon Health Authority is overstepping its authority in making them prioritize patients discharged from the Oregon State Hospital, but the state argues the requirement is needed to help it satisfy court orders.

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Sep 25 • 4:47 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
‘I’m not sleeping easy’: Uncertainty and unknowns prevail as candidates head into Portland’s second ranked choice council election

Two years after Portland's first ranked choice election, half of the council seats are back on the ballot. This time, candidates have a recent election to study – but they still can’t be sure what the lessons are.

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Sep 25 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Oregon Gov. Kotek and state Sen. Drazan share a stage in Portland and talk business, taxes, Trump

The Portland Business Journal’s gubernatorial forum marked the first — and only — scheduled appearance in Portland.

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Sep 24 • 9:46 PM EDT • Business • opb.org
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Oregon Gov. Kotek and state Sen. Drazan share a stage in Portland and talk business, taxes, Trump

The Portland Business Journal’s gubernatorial forum marked the first — and only — scheduled appearance in Portland.

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Sep 24 • 9:46 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
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Iran«s president delivers wartime address at UN: We have been »victims of terrorism

Iran’s president said Wednesday that his people have been ‘victims of terrorism’ by the United States.

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Sep 23 • 11:15 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
White House launches «Trump TV» after ban on major news outlets

Days after President Trump barred reporters from three major news outlets from the White House, the administration has launched a 24/7 YouTube channel promising to put its "biggest moments all in one place."

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Sep 22 • 8:54 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Washington County commissioner decries ‘culture of fear’ cultivated by recently resigned chair

Commissioner Nafisa Fai spoke out a week after Kathryn Harrington’s obscene gesture sparked widespread condemnation.

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Sep 22 • 7:54 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Portland Police chief accused of violating state law by criticizing city councilor’s past tweets

Did Portland Police Chief Bob Day break the law when he criticized a city councilor last week? That’s a question several Portlanders are asking state officials to answer.

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Sep 22 • 6:22 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
After new federal requirements, changes coming to the Oregon Health Plan

About 600,000 Oregon Health Plan members will soon receive a notice that Medicaid is about to change.

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Sep 22 • 2:35 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
OPB’s First Look: Unionization in college sports

A group of women's basketball players at Oregon State argues athletes should be public employees. Here's your First Look at Tuesday's news.

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Sep 22 • 10:30 AM EDT • Sports • opb.org
OPB’s First Look: Wrangling for votes

Why the Pendleton Round-up has become a vital stop for Oregon political candidates. Here's your First Look at Monday's news.

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Sep 21 • 10:30 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Wrangling for votes: Oregon governor’s candidates make political pilgrimage to Pendleton Round-Up

In a close race, both candidates say going to the rodeo is a must.

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Sep 21 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Whether you like it or not, celebrities have an impact on politics

The global groundswell of support for Macklemore’s pro-Palestinian advocacy serves to remind us that maybe celebrity activism really is that deep after all, writes Cheek’s Varsha Yajman. Subscribe In the last week, publications, podcasts, and influencers that have either rarely or never spoken about Israel’s genocide in Palestine have flooded my social feed. And it was all because singer Ed Sheeran and his team dropped Macklemore as his opener for saying “Free Palestine” on stage. Millions raised, millions speaking up in support of Palestine - all of this confirming my view that, whether I like it or not, celebrities do have an impact on political outcomes. And this is interesting when much of the time celebrity activism can induce an eye roll - I love to see Charli XCX pointing out a Palestinian flag in the crowd, but it’s hardly the bold symbol of allyship that some fans would make it out to be. But there’s a line between healthy scepticism and outright dismissal - and I’d argue that the latter lets the rich and powerful off far too easily. For instance, actress Jennifer Lawrence, once outspoken about her political views, last year told The Times she no longer believes celebrities have a role to play: “Celebrities do not make a difference whatsoever on who people vote for. So then what am I doing? I’m just sharing my opinion on something that’s going to add fuel to a fire that’s ripping the country apart.” While it’s a narrative she might find comfort in, it simply is not true. Grassroots movements often garner worldwide attention when celebrities and other high-profile spokespeople bring a mainstream platform to their causes. And this frustrates me. We have had three years of a live-streamed genocide. Macklemore himself has been calling for a Free Palestine long before he booked the Sheeran concert. Yet it’s the high-profile fallout of the last week that finally seems to have made saying “Free Palestine” socially acceptable in the mainstream. It feels like the collective mood has shifted, where calling out censorship is now the obvious response - not just the business of ‘radical’ activists. To recap, Sheeran’s decision followed an ultimatum from billionaire Robert Kraft, owner of Gillette Stadium, one of the venues Sheeran was scheduled to perform at: either drop Macklemore as your opener after only two of the eight scheduled shows, or you do not play at any stadiums. Sheeran’s disappointing decision to stand on the side of billionaire-led censorship has ultimately seen a surge in support for Free Palestine. It began when all his openers and his backing band pulled out of Sheeran’s tour, in solidarity with Macklemore and with the Palestinian cause. It was met with an uproar of support from those who had never or barely touched politics before: influencers lip-syncing to Macklemore’s music, singers like Jack Antonoff singing “Free Palestine,” and publications and podcasts standing with Macklemore. And finally, we saw material support: Macklemore donated $1 million in profits from his two nights opening for Sheeran’s tour to several Palestinian aid groups and called for Sheeran and Kraft to match it, which they have since promised to do. We’ve also seen children’s entertainer Ms Rachel follow suit with a $1 million donation to Palestinian aid, and publication PopBase has donated $10,000. Anera, a humanitarian aid group working in Palestine, Lebanon, and Jordan, said donations since Macklemore’s announcement were more than triple this month’s daily average. The group’s Instagram page has also gained 8,000 followers. Macklemore far from the first celebrity to speak and participate in politics in the Western World. In 1924, singer Al Jolson supported Republican candidate Warren G. Harding for president, and decades later, celebrities such as Harry Belafonte, Lena Horne, and Aretha Franklin voiced their public support for the Civil Rights movement. More recently, in the lead-up to the 2024 US election, ‘The Daily Show with Trevor Noah partnered with the organisation Power the Polls to recruit poll workers to address shortages- a problem disproportionately affecting voters of colour. The campaign saw 170,000 new sign-ups - 35,000 of which came directly through the TV show’s link - resulting in the recruitment of 713,000 total poll workers that year, an almost three-fold increase on the organisation’s goal. Alongside recruiting workers, celebrities in the US (where voting in elections is not compulsory) have made a huge difference by calling for people to register to vote. Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris in 2024 saw over 400,000 visitors on the voter registration site within 24 hours of her Instagram post. In 2023, Swift had urged her fans to register, resulting in 35,000 new voter registrations. Similarly, Ariana Grande promoted voter registration in 2019 by setting up booths at concerts on the American leg of her tour, resulting in over 33,000 voters registering. And the same thing is happening closer to home. This year, musician Jack River successfully called for government action to ensure creatives in Australia do not have their work scraped by generative AI companies. Celebrity as the mediator between the punter and the politician Celebrity activism isn’t just a feel-good news story - research tells us it actually makes a difference. By directing attention to issues affecting the average person, like voting inaccessibility or a lack of action on a genocide, researchers Alfred Archer and Amanda Cawston state that “celebrities can play a useful bridging role between political elites and the people they represent”. Alternatively, in a world where talking about politics is “not cool,” or where people lack exposure or knowledge to engage with politics, celebrities can act as an educational resource or an entry point into the political world - when they speak up about an issue, their audience gets exposed to it. Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields festival is a perfect example. Rodrigo partnered with twelve organisations focused on women’s issues, such as reproductive rights. These organisations had stalls at the festival for people to meet them and were also featured heavily on social media, giving their issues global attention and raising $20 million for the organisations. We have also seen celebrities at award shows such as the Emmys wearing F*CK ICE pins, referring to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s treatment and detainment of people - generally people of colour. When celebrities speak up about political issues in public forums, they put the issue at the forefront of mainstream media, rally their supporters, and make it clear that, however much they disagree, the government cannot simply ignore it. Our over-reliance on celebrities versus our politicians As much as I love seeing my favourite celebrity use their platform for a good cause, there is an important question to ask: not whether celebrity activism is good or bad, but whether we should have to rely on celebrities. And the answer would, in an ideal world, be no. In an ideal world, or merely a just world, action on Palestine would’ve happened decades ago, climate change would be taken seriously, and most importantly, people would understand their democratic rights. However, that is not our reality. Only around 28 per cent of Australian Year 10 students reach proficiency in civics and citizenship. In the US, almost two-thirds of people under 30 say high school civics education didn’t prepare them to understand voting deadlines, how to research candidates, or how to vote by mail. When civics education is weak, our trust in these institutions and our understanding of change-making processes also decline. ​This is where celebrity steps in and becomes our main source of reliance. As Mary R. Connelly notes in _The Tartan, “_Celebrities will always be involved in campaigns in one form or another, but their presence is not what causes people to vote blindly. The lack of political engagement and literacy is what allows celebrities to wield their influence on the political sphere so impactfully.” About the author ​Varsha Yajman is the Digital Content Producer at Cheek Media. She is a youth advocate and lawyer with a background in climate litigation and is passionate about looking at the intersection between race, climate justice, and mental health. Thanks for reading Cheek Media Co. ! This post is public so feel free to share it. Share

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Sep 21 • 3:54 AM EDT • Politics • cheekmedia.substack.com
‘Be a part of the story’: Hillsboro’s new fantasy bookstore brings ‘Hidden Worlds’ to life

The bookstore’s grand opening drew hundreds of readers to Orenco Station in Hillsboro over the weekend. “The readers show up, they show out, they’re really supportive,” owner Hayley Klarich said.

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Sep 20 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • opb.org
A bitter battle is brewing in one of Washington state’s last swing districts

Democrats are looking to scoop up more legislative seats this November in Battle Ground and other chunks of Southwestern Washington as they edge toward a supermajority in Olympia — a shift that would give them broad power to pass legislation or redraw the state’s voting maps.

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Sep 20 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Russia holds parliamentary vote in areas it seized from Ukraine in the war

Russia's parliamentary election for the first time is being held in Ukraine's regions that Moscow illegally annexed after the start of its full-scale invasion more than 4 1/2 years ago.

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Sep 19 • 10:28 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Packers’ Matt LaFLeur gets real on offensive line woes

The Packers’ fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings was an abject disaster. Not only did the Vikings put up 29 unanswered points on Green Bay, but the offensive line had no answers for an onslaught of pressure from Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, who sent blitzes at quarterback Jordan Love on 78.3 percent of dropbacks [...]

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Sep 17 • 6:39 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Oregon Medicaid program erroneously paid up to $4.1M due to system errors, audit says

The overpayments are a small fraction of what the state spends on its Medicaid program, but they could put federal funding at risk, state auditors warned.

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Sep 17 • 4:44 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
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Oregon lawmakers introduce federal bill to end ‘corporate America’s chokehold’ on health care

Oregon’s fight against corporate control of medicine moved onto the national stage on Wednesday as U.S. Rep. Val Hoyle and Sens. Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden were among a group of lawmakers to introduce a federal version of Oregon’s landmark ban on the corporate practice of medicine.

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Sep 17 • 4:23 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
What's new to streaming this week? (Sept. 18, 2026)

What’s new on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more? We've got you covered.

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Sep 17 • 5:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • mashable.com
‘Spoilers’ happen in Oregon. Will this year’s race for governor join the list?

Gov. Tina Kotek is showing no signs she’s worried about a lone third-party candidate.

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Sep 16 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
New poll shows Christine Drazan with narrow lead in Oregon governor’s race

It’s just the second poll to emerge in the rematch between Drazan, a Republican, and Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek.

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Sep 15 • 7:55 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Providence announces $1.1 billion pledge from Phil and Penny Knight

The donation will fund a new women’s hospital and cardiovascular care. It's part of the Knights' history of funding health research and hospitals in Oregon, including $200 million in previous gifts to Providence's Heart Institute and a recent $2 billion pledge to OHSU.

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Sep 15 • 11:00 AM EDT • Health • opb.org
Iranian strikes have damaged hundreds of structures at U.S. bases, watchdog says

The report by the Pentagon's inspector general also detailed the extent of munitions shortfalls in the first comprehensive public accounting of the cost and military impact of the war with Iran.

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Sep 15 • 7:46 AM EDT • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Oregon governor’s race ramps up as candidates start making their cases to voters

With the Labor Day holiday over, the race to be the next governor of Oregon is speeding up and it’s safe to expect the candidates will hone and amplify their messaging.

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Sep 14 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Ballots set to be mailed to overseas Oregonians this week

Ballots will be mailed to overseas Oregonians on Friday, all while the Trump administration continues to try and restrict mail-in voting.

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Sep 14 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Modders Unlock DLSS Multi Frame Generation For RTX 30-Series "Ampere" GPUs

After porting DLSS 5 to every recent NVIDIA generation, the modding community now seems to be turning its focus to Frame Generation. A new mod called DLSSG SM86 lets GeForce RTX 30-series owners run DLSS Multi Frame Generation in 2X and 4X modes, a feature NVIDIA officially reserves for RTX...

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Sep 10 • 2:29 AM EDT • Technology • techpowerup.com
Healthcare nonprofit breaks ground on addiction recovery campus in Roseburg

Healthcare nonprofit Adapt expects to complete the $20 million first phase in late 2027, with additional facilities for families and youths planned later.

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Sep 9 • 3:07 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
‘I didn’t get into healthcare to watch it disappear’: Tensions boil over Eastern Oregon hospital cutbacks

With steep Medicaid cuts coming, austerity measures are already well underway at Blue Mountain Health District.

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Sep 3 • 7:43 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
New research vessel joins UNCW’s marine science fleet

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is expanding its ocean research capabilities with the addition of a new 78-foot research vessel to its scientific fleet.

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Sep 3 • 7:39 PM EDT • Science • wect.com
Oregon to launch new Explore Health state health insurance marketplace in coming months

Oregonians who buy their health insurance on a federal website will soon be able to turn to a new state-backed platform to shop for coverage.

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Sep 2 • 12:55 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
The Plaza brings new businesses, community space to downtown Corvallis

Businesses, restaurants, art studios and more have moved into the former JCPenney building in Corvallis.

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Aug 31 • 3:30 PM EDT • Business • opb.org
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Washington to receive $227M in Meta settlement to protect children’s mental health

Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown said the harm done by platforms like Instagram and Facebook has taken away things that used to be normal for kids.

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Aug 30 • 1:28 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
Research projects in the Pacific Northwest’s experimental forests face funding uncertainty

A reorganization of the U.S. Forest Service and threats to federal funding could affect ongoing research in the Pacific Northwest.

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Aug 30 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
Oregon health officials warn of possible measles exposure at crowded Canby Rodeo

Oregon health officials say large crowds, tight seating and the difficulty of pinpointing who might have been at risk led to their exposure notice about the outdoor event.

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Aug 27 • 4:29 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
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Cinq à Sept Built a $200 Million Business. Now It Wants Your Attention.

The 10-year-old label has built a thriving womenswear business that outsells buzzier competitors. Its next goal is to grab some of that buzz for itself.

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Aug 26 • 12:30 AM EDT • Business • businessoffashion.com
Meet George: The bald eagle who hangs around at a science station

The "Oregon Field Guide" team met a very special local resident at the USGS Marrowstone Marine Field Station.

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Aug 23 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • opb.org
State-of-the-art training facility for two major Oregon women’s sports teams opens in Hillsboro

The Kaiser Permanente Performance Center marks a less visible milestone than sold-out Thorns or Fire games, but leaders say it's vital if the state wants to continue as a hub for women’s sports.

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Aug 22 • 7:53 PM EDT • Sports • opb.org
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Inside the Golf Cart Business

This week on Entrepreneurial Shades of Gray, we’re taking a look inside the golf cart industry.

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Aug 18 • 11:41 AM EDT • Business • fox10tv.com
In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for reelection in a new Florida district after Republicans redrew the congressional map.

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Aug 17 • 12:07 AM EDT • Politics • wsls.com
In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for reelection in a new Florida district after Republicans redrew the congressional map.

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Aug 17 • 12:07 AM EDT • Politics • news4jax.com
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High School Football Media Days: Lafayette Jeff

Sports 18’s Riley talks with the Bronchos in preparation for the 2026 season.

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Aug 15 • 6:33 PM EDT • Sports • wlfi.com
Lloyd’s not dead yet, at least for these businesses

The Lloyd Center closed to the public on Aug. 8, but three businesses are still open: Jumbo's Pickleball, Dermatology Professionals and Trackers Earth.

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Aug 15 • 9:00 AM EDT • Business • opb.org
Mass fish necropsy helps forecast salmon returns in Oregon

Scores of volunteer scientists performed a mass fish necropsy in Newport last month. Events like this help forecast salmon returns, as climate change has upended more traditional methods.

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Aug 14 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • klcc.org
OPB’s First Look: Corporate money in Oregon politics

A new legal theory to skirt Citizens United could be tested in Oregon. Here's your First Look at Wednesday's news.

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Aug 12 • 10:30 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
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Can Gluesenkamp Perez win over the Democrats who voted against her in Washington’s primary?

Unofficial results present a mixed picture heading toward the November general election.

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Aug 7 • 7:08 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Trump’s racist politics BACKFIRE in Michigan GOP primary

Chris Hayes: Trump and his allies are unleashing a wave of anti-Muslim bigotry, and in Michigan, that hatred is already consuming candidates in their own party.

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Aug 6 • 8:31 PM EDT • Politics • ms.now
Mass fish necropsy helps forecast salmon returns in Oregon

Scores of volunteer scientists perform a mass fish necropsy in Newport to help forecast future salmon returns.

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Aug 6 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
Harger: My primary ballot is sitting on my microwave. If a politics nerd is cramming, the August primary isn't working

We moved primaries from September to August in 2008 to give election officials more time to process mail-in ballots. That made logistical sense. For actually getting people to vote, it's a flop.

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Aug 4 • 9:51 AM EDT • Politics • mynorthwest.com
Washington primary election voting ends today. The race for its 3rd Congressional District is just getting started

Ballots should be turned in to official drop boxes by 8 p.m. on Aug. 4.

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Aug 4 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
PAC spending surges against Dems hoping to flip Southwest Washington House districts

Democrats are on the offensive for House seats in two purple districts.

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Jul 31 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
In Oregon, big grocery, retail companies have highest number of employees on Medicaid

Multi-billion-dollar grocers and retailers such as Walmart and Amazon were among the most listed employers on Oregonians’ applications for publicly-funded health insurance last year, according to a Capital Chronicle analysis of Oregon Health Authority data.

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Jul 29 • 9:00 AM EDT • Health • opb.org
Businesses in Talent, Oregon, push back against proposed fee increases

Leaders in Talent say a new trip-based fee system would better fund police and public services. Business owners argue the proposal unfairly shifts more costs onto them.

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Jul 24 • 2:07 PM EDT • Business • opb.org
Health inspections of Tacoma ICE center remain on pause as legal battle continues

The Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma remains closed to state health inspectors despite a judge’s order two weeks ago opening the region’s largest immigrant detention center to state officials.

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Jul 23 • 2:32 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
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OSU’s Chet Udell builds instruments that measure the environment and bring science to life

This Thursday at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, a one-of-a-kind live performance will blend marine science, original music, and custom-built instruments into an immersive experience.

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Jul 23 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
Washington’s 3rd District could be among the most competitive House seats this fall

Nine candidates are running in the state’s August primary, but only two will emerge from that race to compete in November. It’s one of just 18 around the country that’s considered a toss-up.

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Jul 21 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
A 1989 Eugene murder conviction relied on junk science. Now the man wrongfully convicted has been released.

Robert Wallace Lyons was released Friday after 37 years behind bars. His arrest in 1989 and subsequent murder conviction rested on discredited forensic science.

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Jul 18 • 3:50 PM EDT • Science • opb.org
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Oregon Health Authority cancels layoffs

Oregon Health Authority leaders won’t divulge the size or cause of the agency's budget hole, but internal records indicate it needs to find $90 million in savings over the coming year. For now, though, layoffs won’t happen.

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Jul 17 • 4:28 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
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‘Where does that leave our local business?’

Edgartown’s Winter Street was divided into two sides Friday morning. On one side, a long line of mostly visitors awaited their chance to peek inside the pop-up store of the Amazon-affiliated business Shopbop. Right across the road, a group of local business owners and eager activists stood holding signs in protest against the event. The […]

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Jul 17 • 4:27 PM EDT • Business • mvtimes.com
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Portland councilors release draft term sheet as business coalition presses for public Moda Center funding

The draft term sheet kicks off a new round of negotiations with Trail Blazers owners over funding for arena improvements.

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Jul 16 • 9:25 PM EDT • Business • opb.org
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Measles exposure warning issued for three Providence Health sites in Portland metro

Oregon health officials identified three potential measles exposure sites at Portland-area Providence facilities.

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Jul 14 • 3:05 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
Oregon, 14 other states sue Trump administration to block school mental health funding cuts

Fifteen states including Oregon and Washington sued the Trump administration to block funding cuts to a $1 billion program that helps school districts hire and train more mental health professionals.

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Jul 13 • 5:25 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
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Some are raising ethical concerns about political text messages using AI

Taught to sound like a candidate, bots are engaging voters with personalized text messages making AI-generated texting conversations the latest tool political campaigns are using to connect.

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Jul 12 • 11:24 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Hatfield Marine Science Center celebrates blue whale skeleton

Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport will hold a celebration of its recently installed 70-foot-long blue whale skeleton this week.

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Jul 12 • 11:14 AM EDT • Science • opb.org
Graham Platner makes it official in Maine, submitting paperwork to leave Senate race

In his withdrawal notice, Platner said "people are desperate for change" and that's why they made him the Democratic nominee. Now, Maine Democrats have to pick someone to replace him by July 27.

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Jul 10 • 8:14 PM EDT • Politics • opb.org
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Federal judge orders Tacoma ICE center to allow health and safety inspections

A federal judge has ordered the immigration detention center in Tacoma to allow Washington state officials access to conduct health and safety inspections.

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Jul 10 • 4:49 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
OPB’s First Look: Oregon Health Plan faces looming budget cuts

A new report gives Gov. Tina Kotek dozens of options to cut the Oregon Health Plan budget in coming years, but it offers no clear path forward. Here's your First Look at Wednesday's news.

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Jul 8 • 11:51 AM EDT • Health • opb.org
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How Portland’s sports bar scene has tapped into World Cup momentum

Residents of "Soccer City, USA" have been showing up at local sports bars in droves to view games. We'll speak with the owners of two local sports bars to discuss how business is going amid World Cup season.

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Jul 8 • 9:00 AM EDT • Sports • opb.org
Oregon eyes $421 million in Medicaid cuts, including fewer benefits and limits on prescription drugs

Major cuts are coming to the Oregon Health Plan, the state’s free healthcare program covering 1.4 million children and low-income adults. But the group of experts Gov. Tina Kotek charged with minimizing the harm of those cuts has given her no definitive recommendations.

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Jul 8 • 12:31 AM EDT • Health • opb.org
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National report: Oregon great for giving kids health insurance, bad for teaching them how to read

A new national report finds mixed outcomes for child well-being in Oregon and Washington.

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Jul 7 • 9:00 AM EDT • Health • opb.org
Portland ballot measure for more public say in city budget clears hurdle

Portlanders rallying to infuse the city’s budget process with more public input are a step closer to getting their proposal on the November ballot.

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Jul 6 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Legislative swing districts are up for grabs on Oregon coast

Candidates are campaigning for two swing districts on the Oregon coast.

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Jul 5 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org
Oregon Health Authority director Sejal Hathi announces resignation

Hathi’s departure is a surprise and comes as OHA is preparing to cut $421 million from medicaid after years of expanding the program.

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Jul 2 • 3:22 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
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Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year

Mere startups when he took the oath of office, the new ventures have now eclipsed in revenue much of his vast property portfolio that took him decades to accumulate.

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Jul 2 • 10:56 AM EDT • Business • opb.org
Pride, protest, and politics surround Seattle’s Egypt-Iran World Cup match

Hours before the match between Egypt and Iran kicked off in Seattle, the streets of Pioneer Square echoed with protest chants.

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Jun 29 • 9:00 AM EDT • Politics • opb.org