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As they ramp up enforcement in Oregon, federal immigration authorities may be planning to expand their presence on the central coast.
Newport officials raise alarm about possible new ICE facility
Rumors have spread since last week that the Trump administration is planning an outpost on Oregon's central coast.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:36 AM
As they ramp up enforcement in Oregon, federal immigration authorities may be planning to expand their presence on the central coast.
For the past 30 years, it’s been clear: Native American children in Washington state are far more likely to be arrested and jailed than white kids.
Native American children significantly more likely to be arrested, detained in Washington
For the past 30 years, it’s been clear: Native American children in Washington state are far more likely to be arrested and jailed than white kids.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:30 AM
For the past 30 years, it’s been clear: Native American children in Washington state are far more likely to be arrested and jailed than white kids.
Likely 2026 Republican gubernatorial candidate Sen. Christine Drazan criticized Kotek last month for not acting quicker to provide food assistance to struggling families during the shutdown.
Oregon conservatives push for people to get their SNAP benefits, while federal GOP pursues restrictions
The ongoing political shutdown has thrust those who rely on food stamps back into the political crosshairs. And in the latest battle, some argue an unlikely ally has emerged: Oregon conservatives.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Likely 2026 Republican gubernatorial candidate Sen. Christine Drazan criticized Kotek last month for not acting quicker to provide food assistance to struggling families during the shutdown.
“We have a lot of people who are suffering right now, and I am not seeing that the mayor’s shelter plan is going to adequately alleviate that suffering,” Councilor Angelita Morillo told OPB in an interview. “Our office feels the need to act.”
Proposed cuts to Portland’s homeless camp removal program puts mayor on defense
Budget talks in Portland City Hall have exposed a political chasm between how some city councilors and Mayor Keith Wilson want to address homelessness.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:58 PM
“We have a lot of people who are suffering right now, and I am not seeing that the mayor’s shelter plan is going to adequately alleviate that suffering,” Councilor Angelita Morillo told OPB in an interview. “Our office feels the need to act.”
Gov. Tina Kotek has signed a long-awaited transportation funding package into law. Opponents say they're ready to carry out a swift campaign to refer many of the new taxes to the 2026 ballot.
Gov. Tina Kotek signs road funding bill, as opponents vow to block it
Republicans say they’ll insist voters get a say on new taxes in the Oregon transportation bill.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Gov. Tina Kotek has signed a long-awaited transportation funding package into law. Opponents say they're ready to carry out a swift campaign to refer many of the new taxes to the 2026 ballot.
Lenny Wilkens' storied career included two stints as head coach in Seattle totaling 11 seasons, and two seasons in Portland — during one of which he still played and averaged 18 minutes per game.
Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens, who coached Portland’s Trail Blazers in the 1970s, dies at 88
He coached 2,487 games in the NBA, which is still a record. He became a Hall of Famer as a player, as a coach and again as part of the 1992 U.S. Olympic team — on which he was an assistant. Wilkens coached the Americans to gold at the Atlanta Games as well in 1996.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Lenny Wilkens' storied career included two stints as head coach in Seattle totaling 11 seasons, and two seasons in Portland — during one of which he still played and averaged 18 minutes per game.
About one in three registered voters participated in their local elections throughout Oregon last week. That’s according to preliminary election results from the Oregon Secretary of State’s office.
1 in 3 eligible Oregon voters participated in last week’s elections
Fifteen of Oregon’s 36 counties held elections, voting on everything from parks to libraries to law enforcement.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
About one in three registered voters participated in their local elections throughout Oregon last week. That’s according to preliminary election results from the Oregon Secretary of State’s office.
State officials say demand is outpacing supply for screens to keep salmon from getting stranded in irrigation canals, but a project is under way to help out fish and farmers.
Salmon are back in the Klamath River and finding their way into irrigation canals, something farmers and officials want to prevent
The Klamath Drainage District is also working with federal and state agencies on a $4.5 million multi-screen project within the Ady Canal. The first screen is planned for 2026, pending funding approval.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
State officials say demand is outpacing supply for screens to keep salmon from getting stranded in irrigation canals, but a project is under way to help out fish and farmers.
"The Big Dig" podcast from Boston came to town for a conversation with OPB’s Lillian Karabaic, whose "Stop Requested" project looked into public transit across Oregon, about Portland’s own attempts to solve that puzzle and undo the harms of the past.
‘The Evergreen’: What to do about freeways
Every American city — including Portland — is divided by crumbling old highways, and every city is trying to figure out what to do with them. Listen in this week as "The Big Dig" podcast in Boston joins in.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
"The Big Dig" podcast from Boston came to town for a conversation with OPB’s Lillian Karabaic, whose "Stop Requested" project looked into public transit across Oregon, about Portland’s own attempts to solve that puzzle and undo the harms of the past.
The U.S. Department of Education has found that students who take part in the College Access Migrant Program are far more likely to stay in school. But the Trump administration questions the effectiveness of such programs and calls them "extremely costly."
College program for migrant students loses federal funding
The College Access Migrant Program helped create pathways for students across the Northwest to enroll at higher education institutions.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The U.S. Department of Education has found that students who take part in the College Access Migrant Program are far more likely to stay in school. But the Trump administration questions the effectiveness of such programs and calls them "extremely costly."
A Bend-LaPine Schools plan moved a step closer toward utilizing some of its undeveloped land for much-needed housing in one of the state's most expensive housing markets.
Bend City Council clears path for housing project to help school employees
The district’s multiyear project took a step forward. The aim is to build more than 30 homes near some of its schools in Bend. The goal is to retain district workers in one of the state’s most expensive housing markets.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:15 PM
A Bend-LaPine Schools plan moved a step closer toward utilizing some of its undeveloped land for much-needed housing in one of the state's most expensive housing markets.
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Northwest senators reject deal to end shutdown in procedural vote. Oregon comes up short on a major education goal. Imagining a car-free future. Thorns win. Timbers lose. Here's what we're following on @opb.org today: www.opb.org/article/2025...
OPB’s First Look: A step toward ending the shutdown
Congress last night inched closer to a deal to end the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history. Here's your First Look at Monday's news.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Northwest senators reject deal to end shutdown in procedural vote. Oregon comes up short on a major education goal. Imagining a car-free future. Thorns win. Timbers lose. Here's what we're following on @opb.org today: www.opb.org/article/2025...
OPB’s class of 2025 project started because of a goal set by the governor that by 2025, 100% of Oregon students would graduate high school. What happened?
A 2025 check in with Oregon’s ambitious education goal, 40-40-20
An October report shows progress has been made, but Oregon is still far from its 40-40-20 goal in education — 40% of young Oregonians should have a 4-year degree, 40% should have a 2-year degree or other credential, and the remaining 20% would have at least a high school diploma or GED.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:15 PM
OPB’s class of 2025 project started because of a goal set by the governor that by 2025, 100% of Oregon students would graduate high school. What happened?
The Senate is voting on the first steps to end the 40-day government shutdown Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their caucus who wanted to continue the fight – including Oregon senators.
Oregon Democratic senators plan to vote ‘no’ in Sunday vote to end 40-day US government shutdown
The Senate is voting on the first steps to end the 40-day government shutdown Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many who wanted to continue the fight – including Oregon senators.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:59 AM
The Senate is voting on the first steps to end the 40-day government shutdown Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their caucus who wanted to continue the fight – including Oregon senators.
“Live Wire” is facing the consequences of a partisan divide over federal funding for the arts and public media organizations. After more than two decades on the air, the nationally-syndicated show says it needs to raise $150,000 in the next three months to stay afloat.
Loss of public radio funding shocks Portland’s ‘Live Wire’ variety show into emergency campaign
"Live Wire" is facing the consequences of a partisan divide over federal funding for the arts and public media.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:00 AM
“Live Wire” is facing the consequences of a partisan divide over federal funding for the arts and public media organizations. After more than two decades on the air, the nationally-syndicated show says it needs to raise $150,000 in the next three months to stay afloat.
Springfield Mayor Sean VanGordon may be running for a Lane County Commissioner seat next year.
Springfield mayor among new candidates potentially seeking Lane County Commission seats
Springfield mayor among new candidates potentially seeking Lane County Commission seats
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November 10, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Springfield Mayor Sean VanGordon may be running for a Lane County Commissioner seat next year.
Deaths and near-fatalities among children in Washington’s child welfare system have slowed, but are still expected to hit a record level in 2025.
Deaths and critical injuries in Washington’s child welfare system near record high
Deaths and critical injuries in Washington’s child welfare system near record high
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November 9, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Deaths and near-fatalities among children in Washington’s child welfare system have slowed, but are still expected to hit a record level in 2025.
Under an overpass in Roseburg, Oregon, six-foot privacy fencing surrounds a cluster of tents. In some ways, it looks like an average homeless camp: wooden picnic tables, bikes, port-a-potties.
But this camp is different.
But this camp is different.
Roseburg’s private homeless camps blur business and charity
As Roseburg wrestles with how to manage homelessness, one person has stepped in to fill the gap. Some call his camps a much-needed solution. Others see them as a symptom of a broken system and worry he’s exploiting the very people he wants to help.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Under an overpass in Roseburg, Oregon, six-foot privacy fencing surrounds a cluster of tents. In some ways, it looks like an average homeless camp: wooden picnic tables, bikes, port-a-potties.
But this camp is different.
But this camp is different.
Eastern Oregon’s largest city is preparing to introduce a curbside recycling program next year.
Hermiston plans 2026 launch for curbside recyling program
The Eastern Oregon city is among the communities required to expand its recycling program by the state.
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November 9, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Eastern Oregon’s largest city is preparing to introduce a curbside recycling program next year.
President Donald Trump’s administration is demanding states “undo” full SNAP benefits paid out under judges’ orders last week, now that the U.S. Supreme Court has stayed those rulings.
Trump administration demands states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts as states warn of ‘catastrophic impact’
Trump administration demands states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts as states warn of ‘catastrophic impact’
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November 9, 2025 at 6:15 PM
President Donald Trump’s administration is demanding states “undo” full SNAP benefits paid out under judges’ orders last week, now that the U.S. Supreme Court has stayed those rulings.
President Donald Trump’s administration is demanding states “undo” full SNAP benefits paid out under judges’ orders last week, now that the U.S. Supreme Court has stayed those rulings.
Trump administration demands states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts as states warn of ‘catastrophic impact’
Trump administration demands states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts as states warn of ‘catastrophic impact’
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November 9, 2025 at 6:13 PM
President Donald Trump’s administration is demanding states “undo” full SNAP benefits paid out under judges’ orders last week, now that the U.S. Supreme Court has stayed those rulings.
Car dependence is baked into an American society. We’re in love with our cars. They represent freedom, independence and the American spirit.
Cars are supposed to make life easier and better, but some say that dream is running on empty.
Cars are supposed to make life easier and better, but some say that dream is running on empty.
Is there life after cars? These authors rethink America’s car culture in new book
"Life After Cars" tackles our dependence on cars. The authors say America's car culture is not only unsustainable, it's also destroying our society and connections to one another.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Car dependence is baked into an American society. We’re in love with our cars. They represent freedom, independence and the American spirit.
Cars are supposed to make life easier and better, but some say that dream is running on empty.
Cars are supposed to make life easier and better, but some say that dream is running on empty.
Atticus Sappington kicked a 39-yard field goal with 3 seconds left, and No. 6 Oregon escaped with an 18-16 win over Iowa on a rainy Saturday.
No. 6 Oregon escapes with 18-16 win over Iowa on Sappington’s field goal with 3 seconds left
No. 6 Oregon escapes with 18-16 win over Iowa on Sappington’s field goal with 3 seconds left
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November 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Atticus Sappington kicked a 39-yard field goal with 3 seconds left, and No. 6 Oregon escaped with an 18-16 win over Iowa on a rainy Saturday.
In her home in Hillsboro, Oregon, Lindsey Holcomb squeezes drops of teal alcohol ink onto paper and watches the colors bloom. She’s translating MRIs into artwork to help people cope with their diagnoses of multiple sclerosis and other brain injuries.
Painting MRIs: How an Oregon artist transforms pain into beauty
After her MS diagnosis, Oregon artist Lindsey Holcomb began painting MRIs — first her own, then 400 others around the world — turning pain into beauty. But the intricate work of the MRI paintings and the emotional weight of people’s stories have taken a toll on Holcomb. She’s now leaning into a more carefree series of abstract artwork that’s easier on her body and spirit.
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November 9, 2025 at 2:00 AM
In her home in Hillsboro, Oregon, Lindsey Holcomb squeezes drops of teal alcohol ink onto paper and watches the colors bloom. She’s translating MRIs into artwork to help people cope with their diagnoses of multiple sclerosis and other brain injuries.
Back in the 1960s, it was widely accepted that Oregon was too cold and wet for wine. Since then, the state has built a reputation internationally as a wine destination.
Oregon’s fledgling olive industry celebrates ‘Olio Nuovo Festival’ throughout November
Oregon is on the northern edge of where olives can grow. But the state's olive oil sector is beginning to establish itself, and Willamette Valley farmers are celebrating this year’s first olive oil pressings.
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November 8, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Back in the 1960s, it was widely accepted that Oregon was too cold and wet for wine. Since then, the state has built a reputation internationally as a wine destination.