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Dec 28 2025EDUCATION

Oregon's Schools Need Money, Not Just Blame

Oregon's schools are in a tough spot. The state isn't giving them enough money, especially for schools with lots of students who need extra help. Instead of fixing the problem, the state is pointing fingers and saying schools need to be more "accountable. " But how can schools be accountable when th

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Dec 20 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Schoolhouse: A Sudden Goodbye

Schoolhouse, a beloved home decor store in Portland, just said goodbye to most of its workers. This news comes after a long time of money troubles at its parent company, Food52. Food52, based in New York, bought Schoolhouse a few years ago for a big sum. But now, things are not looking good. In a q

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Dec 16 2025SPORTS

Oregon State Ends Blueprint Sports Partnership: What's Next?

Oregon State University has decided to cut ties with Blueprint Sports, ending their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) management deal. This decision came after some controversy and a lot of questions from fans and media. The deal, which was supposed to last until 2026, is now over as of December 8th.

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Dec 16 2025EDUCATION

Schools' Hidden Struggle: When Kindness Isn't Enough

Schools are trying hard to make students feel safe and happy. But new research shows that this might not be working for everyone. In fact, it could be making things worse for some kids. The study looked at over a million students in California. It found that students who are bullied because of who

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Dec 15 2025BUSINESS

Oregon's Land Development: A Long and Winding Road

Oregon's leaders have been talking about making the state more appealing to businesses. But when it comes to land development, the reality is quite different. Take, for example, a recent project that took 25 years to complete. The plan was to build a golf course with hundreds of homes around it. The

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Dec 15 2025WEATHER

Oregon Braces for Another Weather Onslaught

Oregon is in for a rough ride as another atmospheric river is set to sweep through the region. This weather phenomenon has already caused significant disruptions, including a landslide that shut down Highway 229. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Portland has issued a warning about the upcoming

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Schools Get Big Money for Mental Health Help

Schools are getting a big boost for mental health support. The Education Department just gave out $208 million to 65 schools. This is a big deal because earlier, over 200 mental health grants from the last administration were canceled. Most of this new money is going to schools in rural areas. The g

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Whooping Cough on the Rise: Why Oregon's Vaccination Rates Matter

Oregon is facing a serious health issue. The state has seen more cases of whooping cough this year than ever before. This is a big problem because whooping cough can be very dangerous, especially for babies. Health experts say that fewer people are getting vaccinated, and this is making the situatio

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Dec 09 2025HEALTH

Kids' Mental Health: Schools Matter More Than We Thought

Schools did more than teach lessons during the pandemic. They kept kids' mental health in check. A recent study dug into health records of over 185, 700 kids in California. It found that kids who went back to school sooner had fewer mental health issues. This included depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Oregon's Leaders: Big Words, Small Steps

Oregon is in a tough spot. The economy is not growing fast. People aren't moving there as much as before. Houses are too pricey. Businesses are having a hard time. So, what are the leaders doing? They're talking a lot. But are they doing enough? At a recent gathering, top officials shared their tho

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