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Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley is breaking the first rule of Fight Club.

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The DOJ filed a lawsuit on Tuesday, accusing Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs of violating federal election laws.

This marks the latest lawsuit by the DOJ in an effort to gather lists of registered voters.

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RFK Jr. Wants To Delay the Hepatitis B Vaccine. Here’s What Parents Need To Know. — KFF Health News A CDC panel is reconsidering the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine. Renewed doubt could lead to fewer kids getting vaccinated, leaving them vulnerable to an incurable, preventable virus that can b...

RFK Jr. wants to delay the hepatitis B vaccine. Here’s what parents need to know.

'Hiding the truth': Oregon SoS questions feds on voter data Oregon Secretary of State Tobias read is questioning federal authorities about their requests for voter data — raising concerns that data could be used by immigration authorities.

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is questioning the feds about their requests for voter data, raising concerns data could be used by immigration authorities.
https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/hiding-the-truth-oregon-secretary-of-state-questions-doj-dhs-on-voter-data-use/?cid=bluesky_ 

House votes to release Epstein files. Here's how Oregon lawmakers voted The U.S. House of Representatives voted Tuesday to release the Epstein files — aiming to shed light on the late convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associates.

The U.S. House of Representatives voted Tuesday to release the Epstein files in an effort to shed light on the late convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associates.

The Unipiper launches limited-edition whiskey to keep Portland weird With help from a limited-edition whiskey, a Portland icon and a local distillery are teaming up to keep Portland’s spirit alive and are making things weird along the way.

With help from a limited-edition whiskey, a Portland icon and a local distillery are teaming up to keep Portland’s spirit alive and are making things weird along the way.
https://www.koin.com/news/portland/whiskey-and-weirdness-the-unipiper-unveils-limited-edition-whiskey/?cid=bluesky_ 

OR lawmakers introduce bill for DHS detainee legal access A group of Oregon lawmakers are introducing a bill that would require the Department of Homeland Security to allow noncitizen detainees the ability to contact legal counsel and their families.

“The Trump Administration’s practices of snatching people off the street and denying them access to lawyers or calls to family is cruel..."

I spoke with a friend of Jackie Merlos, a Portland woman who was detained by ICE and recently released.

This is how a secret note in a coloring book and tenacity from her community helped her while she was in custody.

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Wyden's resolution to end Trump tariffs passes Senate A bipartisan resolution introduced by Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) passed the United States Senate on Thursday in an effort to end global tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

‘Tariffs are taxes’: Oregon Sen. Wyden’s resolution to end Trump’s tariffs passes US Senate

‘Bridge this gap’: Southeast Portland coffee shop will soon offer 24/7 service Owner Christie Gryphon said she is ensuring people feel comfortable visiting Rose City Coffee Co. after hours.

A local coffee shop wants to bridge the gap in safe, late-night hangout spots for Portlanders of all ages.
https://www.koin.com/news/portland/bridge-this-gap-southeast-portland-coffee-shop-will-soon-offer-24-7-service/?cid=bluesky_ 

Portland woman released from ICE custody, reunited with family after ‘illegal’ detainment, lawmakers say A Portland woman who was detained by immigration authorities — despite a judge dropping proceedings to remove her from the United States — was released from custody and reunited with he…

Portland woman released from ICE custody, reunited with family after ‘illegal’ detainment, lawmakers say

Jon Stewart says he wants to stay at ‘The Daily Show,' urges people to ‘fight like hell' | CNN Business “We're working on staying,” the Comedy Central host said Sunday when asked about his status on stage at The New Yorker Festival in Manhattan.

Jon Stewart says he wants to stay at “The Daily Show” desk after his current contract expires in December.

A group of Oregon lawmakers is urging immigration officials to release a Portland woman from custody after proceedings to remove her from the United States were dismissed. @koin6.bsky.social

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Portland City Council codifies sanctuary city status Portland City Council passed an ordinance on Wednesday, codifying Portland’s status as a sanctuary city.

The Portland City Council passed an ordinance on Wednesday, codifying Portland’s status as a sanctuary city. But what does that mean?

Lardo offers beer to inflatable protesters on Saturday Protesters in Portland are taking to the streets in a protest against the Trump Administration, and Lardo is offering discounted beers to anyone wearing an inflatable costume.

Lardo is offering $3 beers to anyone dressed in an inflatable costume this Saturday and free beers to anyone dressed at a certain animal.

After community members rallied online, a Grammy-nominated artist, known for his killer mustache and backflips, was seen Friday leading students on a bike ride through a Portland neighborhood.

Jeff Gianola’s Journal: Talking with Stephen Colbert The first interview wraps up and I make a decision: I throw out my written questions and decide I’m just going to let Colbert be Colbert.

"I’ve always been a huge Colbert fan — this is like meeting Elvis."

ABC Suspends ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ “Indefinitely” Over Charlie Kirk Comments Jimmy Kimmel‘s late-night talk show is being suspended at ABC over his viral comments about Charlie Kirk.

Jimmy Kimmel‘s late-night talk show is being suspended at ABC over his viral comments about Charlie Kirk.

City of Portland to issue land use violation notice for ICE facility PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The City of Portland announced it will be issuing a land use violation notice for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility located in South Portland. Following …

The City of Portland announced it will be issuing a land use violation notice for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility located in South Portland. https://www.koin.com/news/portland/city-of-portland-to-issue-land-use-violation-notice-for-ice-facility/?cid=bluesky_ 

Is Portland the top coffee city? Rankings released Portland has a reputation for its coffee culture. But is the Rose City home to the best coffee in the United States?

Portland has a reputation for its coffee culture. But is the Rose City home to the best coffee in the United States?
https://www.koin.com/news/portland/is-portland-the-best-coffee-city-study-reveals-top-coffee-spots-in-the-u-s/?cid=bluesky_ 

The DOJ is accusing Oregon of violating federal election laws by not handing over data on Oregon voters. #orpol

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Supreme Court to hear Oregon's case challenging Trump's tariffs The Supreme Court of the United States agreed to hear a case on Tuesday led by Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, challenging tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case led by Oregon AG @danrayfield.bsky.social
challenging tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

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Third annual Portland Bread Fest returns with ‘pastry wizards,’ ‘carb-loving creators’ In late September, “pure, delicious magic” is returning to Portland.

In late September, “pure, delicious magic” is returning to Portland.
https://www.koin.com/news/portland/third-annual-portland-bread-fest-returns-with-pastry-wizards-carb-loving-creators/?cid=bluesky_ 

Oregon could lose a federal grant over gender ideology Oregon and Washington are among states that could lose federal education funding based on their sexual education curricula, the Trump administration announced Tuesday.

Trump administration threatens to pull Oregon, Washington education grants over gender teachings

Oregon rejects agreement to share voter data with DOJ Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is warning that the Trump administration is overstepping its federal authority after requesting data on Oregon voters.

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is warning that the Trump administration is overstepping its federal authority after requesting data on Oregon voters.
https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/oregon-rejects-agreement-to-share-voter-data-with-trump-administration/?cid=bluesky_ 

Judge bars Trump admin from shifting disaster prep funds in Washington-led suit After the Trump administration announced plans to shut down a program meant to help communities prepare for natural disasters, a federal judge has barred the admin from shifting funds tied to the p…

After the Trump admin announced plans to end a program meant to help communities prep for natural disasters, a judge has barred the admin from shifting funds tied to the program.

“The funds, if spent on other purposes, will be lost forever,” U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns wrote.

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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.

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