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Harris to give Colbert her first interview since 2024 election Former Vice President Kamala Harris will return to “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert on Thursday for her first post-election interview since her November loss to President Donald Trump.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris will return to “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert on Thursday for her first post-election interview.

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The call for a special session comes after ODOT laid off more than 480 workers. Details: https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/kotek-calls-for-special-legislative-session-amid-odot-layoffs-transportation-crisis/?cid=bluesky_ 

Newly-opened Portland s’mores bar expands with suburban outpost Downtown Portland’s Toasted S’mores Bar opened on 1126 SW Alder St. in January.

A s’mores shop that debuted in Portland just a few months ago has already expanded to the suburbs.
https://www.koin.com/news/food/newly-opened-portland-smores-bar-expands-with-suburban-outpost/?cid=bluesky_ 

After the announcement the Portland Trail Blazers were going up for sale left some uncertainty for the franchise, @wyden.senate.gov
is sure about one thing: keeping the team in the Rose City.

Story here: www.koin.com/news/portlan...

Portland-made film shines light on senior homelessness A Portland non-profit, Humans for Housing, is taking its documentary to Capitol Hill in an effort to shine a light on senior homelessness.

Portland-made documentary aims to make senior homelessness ‘personal’

Travel Portland’s outside PR firm works to revamp city’s image amid ‘No Kings,’ ICE protests In 2020, Portland joined nationwide racial justice protests, saw some violent clashes, witnessed the homelessness and fentanyl crises grow and the downtown office vacancy rate skyrocketed, leaving …

Travel Portland’s outside PR firm is working to boost Portland’s image, and most recently amplified Mayor Keith Wilson’s message on the “No Kings” protest.

Oregon lawmakers consider strengthening National Guard oversight After President Trump mobilized California’s National Guard amid protests over the administration’s immigration enforcement, Oregon lawmakers are now considering a bill that would give …

Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill aiming to strengthen the state’s oversight of the Oregon National Guard amid “increasing instances of federal overreach,” when deploying the military.

Nike workers allege wage theft in Oregon labor complaint Three Nike garment workers from Indonesia have filed a labor complaint in Oregon, alleging wage theft, hour violations and discrimination by the apparel giant.

Three Nike garment workers from Indonesia have filed a labor complaint in Oregon, alleging wage theft, hour violations and discrimination by the apparel giant.

Is Senator Merkley running for re-election in 2026? As Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) approaches the end of his third term in 2026, it is not clear if he’s running for re-election or plans to retire from Congress.

Is Merkley leaning towards re-election? Here's what he said in an interview with KOIN 6.

Portland Bread Fest founder opening first bakery Two years after launching Bread Fest in Portland, festival founder, Brad Kohler, is opening his first bread-centric bakery in the Central Eastside.

Two years after launching Bread Fest in Portland, festival founder Brad Kohler is opening his first bread-centric bakery in the Central Eastside.
https://www.koin.com/news/portland/portlands-bread-fest-founder-opening-bread-centric-bakery/?cid=bluesky_ 

Lawsuit blames Big Oil for WA woman's heat dome death After a Washington woman’s death during the 2021 heat dome in the Pacific Northwest, a new lawsuit filed by her daughter is seeking accountability from major oil companies.

After a Washington woman’s death during the 2021 heat dome in the Pacific Northwest, a new lawsuit filed by her daughter is seeking accountability from major oil companies.

#Washington #climate

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'Defeat for democracy'? Waldport mayor reinstated after hostility complaints After consulting their attorney in a closed executive session, Waldport City Council passed a resolution on Tuesday — reinstating Mayor Heide Lambert after she was expelled amid complaints sh…

Waldport City Council passed a resolution on Tuesday, reinstating the mayor after she was expelled amid complaints she created a hostile work environment.
https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/waldport-city-council-mayor-reinstatement-hostility-complaints-05292025/?cid=bluesky_ 

Wyden aims to bring Oregon's voting model nationwide Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) reintroduced a bill on Friday that could change the way Americans vote across the United States.

Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) reintroduced a bill on Friday that could change the way Americans vote across the United States.
https://www.koin.com/news/politics/wyden-aims-to-bring-oregons-voting-model-nationwide-with-vote-at-home-act/?cid=bluesky_ 

Oregon, Oregon State to host NCAA baseball regionals The NCAA announced the 64-team bracket for baseball regionals on Monday — with Oregon and Oregon State named among regional host sites.

The NCAA announced the 64-team bracket for baseball regionals on Monday — with Oregon and Oregon State named among regional host sites.
https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/oregon-oregon-state-named-host-sites-for-ncaa-baseball-regionals/?cid=bluesky_ 

With help from a St. Helens record shop, Logic's debut film heads to Tribeca With help from a St. Helens, Oregon record shop, Logic’s debut film is making its premiere at Tribeca film festival.

With help from a St. Helens, Oregon record shop, musician Logic’s debut film is making its premiere at the Tribeca film festival in June.

Colbert reacts to Portland Bangers' new mascot Stephen Colbert has thoughts on “Portland’s sexiest piece of meat.”

Stephen Colbert has thoughts on “Portland’s sexiest piece of meat.”

Judge rules Oregon Measure 119 is unconstitutional. Here's why After Oregon voters approved Ballot Measure 119 — requiring cannabis businesses to enter labor peace agreements with employees — a federal judge ruled Tuesday that the law is unconstitu…

The ballot measure, approved by voters last fall, was challenged by two Portland cannabis businesses.

Wyden asks Trump admin for Fallon Smart policy updates Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) is urging the Trump administration for updates on plans to implement a policy in honor of a Portland teen, while seeking accountability for Saudi Arabia.

Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) is urging the Trump administration for updates on plans to implement a policy in honor of a Portland teen, while seeking accountability for Saudi Arabia.
https://www.koin.com/news/politics/oregon-sen-wyden-seeks-answers-from-trump-admin-on-fallon-smart-policy/?cid=bluesky_ 

Aminé, Poison Waters to receive honorary PSU degrees Portland State University announced their honorary degree recipients for 2025 — featuring a rapper, a civil engineering CEO and a drag artist who have all shaped “Portland’s uniqu…

“At Portland State, honorary degrees are more than a tradition — they’re a tribute to those who’ve inspired through intellect, artistry or public service."

WA senator, Rick Steves decry efforts to defund CPB Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and TV travel guide Rick Steves are teaming up to denounce efforts by the Trump administration to defund public broadcasters.

Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and TV travel guide Rick Steves are teaming up to denounce efforts by the Trump administration to defund public broadcasters.
https://www.koin.com/news/washington/washington-senator-tv-host-rick-steves-decry-trumps-order-to-defund-public-broadcasters/ 

Oregon spot named top wine destination in the world VinePair released a list of 2025’s top 10 wine destinations in the world on Wednesday – naming one region in Oregon at the top of the list

This Oregon region was even ranked above Champagne, France in a list of 2025’s top 10 wine destinations in the world released on Wednesday


https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/oregon-has-the-top-wine-destination-in-the-world-vinepair-says/ 

Amid the Trump admin's efforts to slash the federal workforce, @jeff-merkley.bsky.social introduced a bill giving Congress the power to overrule any president’s workforce cuts at federal agencies. #Oregon #Politics #DOGE

Ducks, Beavers gear up for historic matchup on KOIN 6 PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A historic Oregon-Oregon State baseball matchup is set for Tuesday, and can only be seen on KOIN 6. The seventh-ranked Beavers (32-10) will host the sixth-ranked Ducks…

A historic Oregon-Oregon State baseball matchup is set for Tuesday, and can only be seen on KOIN 6.

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A handful of international college and university students in Oregon have had their visas reinstated after they were revoked by the Department of Homeland Security

Oregon Attorney General Rayfield sues Trump administration over tariffs Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced the lawsuit during a press conference in downtown Portland Wednesday afternoon.

#BREAKING: Oregon is leading a lawsuit filed by 12 attorneys general to block four of President Trump's executive orders claiming to increase tariffs worldwide without congressional action.

“We welcome collaboration with National Guard forces when warranted, but only with our permission,” Gov. Ferguson said.

GRAYSON GRINSELL 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #GoDucks

Coinbase claims Oregon is waging a war on crypto. Here's why Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield filed a lawsuit on Friday against Coinbase, one of the largest cryptocurrency platforms in the United States, alleging the company promoted and sold high-risk i…

Coinbase is one of the largest cryptocurrency platforms in the United States. And Oregon's AG is going after them.

Oregon bill would clear marijuana fines The Oregon House passed a bipartisan bill on Thursday that would clear fines for possessing small amounts of marijuana.

“A one-time bad decision shouldn’t follow someone for the rest of their life..."

Oregon Senate passes bill protecting Oregonians who alert others of their rights The Oregon Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would protect Oregonians who alert others of their constitutional rights without being found guilty of interfering with law enforcement.

Lawmakers said they passed the bill in response to the Trump administration boasting about "deploying law enforcement to punish political opposition."