Oregon Officials Sue Trump Over Tariffs, Kotek Calls Them A “Tax On Families
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon officials filed a lawsuit Thursday challenging new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, warning the policy amounts to a harmful “tax on working families.” The lawsuit, led by Dan Rayfield along with attorneys general from more than 20 other states, asks the United States Court of International Trade to block a new round of tariffs placed on imported goods under the Trade Act of 1974. According to the complaint, the administration’s decision to impose a 15 percent...
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Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
This Old School Astoria Gem Has Been Dishing Out Rich Frozen Custard For Decades
There are certain places on the Oregon Coast that feel stitched into your memory. For me, one of those places is Custard King. Every time I find myself in Astoria, whether it is a windy spring...
This Old School Springfield Joint Serves A 5-Pound Burger That Is A Cardiologist’s Worst Nightmare
Some restaurants serve burgers. Others dare you to prove something. At Giant Burger, larger than life burgers have been part of their identity for generations. This old school burger joint in...
This Historic Oregon Town Is A Walkable Wonderland Of Antique Shops And Vintage Finds
If you love antiques, shopping, and exploring for unique items and vintage clothing, Astoria, Oregon has a wealth of antique shops that are calling your name.
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This Old School Astoria Gem Has Been Dishing Out Rich Frozen Custard For Decades
There are certain places on the Oregon Coast that feel stitched into your memory. For me, one of those places is Custard King. Every time I find myself in Astoria, whether it is a windy spring...
The Little Boat in Astoria That Put Albacore Fish and Chips on the Map
We first wrote about the Bowpicker back in 2017, and nearly a decade later it remains one of the most iconic food stops on the Oregon Coast. In a state full of incredible seafood, trendy coastal...
Local Favorite Track Town Pizza Brings Its Legendary Pies to Thurston in Springfield
There are certain restaurants that become part of a town’s identity. Not just places you grab dinner, but places woven into memories. Since 1978, Track Town Pizza has been one of those places in...
Oregon Officials Sue Trump Over Tariffs, Kotek Calls Them A “Tax On Families
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon officials filed a lawsuit Thursday challenging new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, warning the policy amounts to a harmful “tax on working families.” The lawsuit, led by Dan Rayfield along with attorneys general from more than 20...
Former Allies Refuse To Endorse Kotek Again In Growing Political Blow
Governor Tina Kotek’s grip on political support in Oregon just took another hit, and this time it’s coming from groups that once stood firmly in her corner. According to reporting from KOIN 6 News, two organizations that backed Kotek during her 2022 run for governor...
Major Revisions Removed From Oregon Gun Control Bill In Senate Committee
A bill that could have significantly expanded Oregon’s controversial gun control law just hit a major roadblock in Salem. According to reporting from Bearing Arms, the Oregon Senate Rules Committee removed several of the most controversial provisions from House Bill...
Mayor Says Community Would Benefit From A Much Bigger Dick’s
EUGENE, OREGON — City leaders say they’re exploring plans to bring a much bigger Dick’s to the area, a move they believe could boost local morale and finally give residents the kind of Dick’s they’ve been asking for. Speaking at a press conference Tuesday, the mayor...
Portland Gyms Eliminate Heavy Weights After City Officials Agree Masculinity Is Offensive To Several Pronouns
PORTLAND, Ore. — Several Portland fitness centers announced this week they will be eliminating traditional heavy weights from their gyms entirely after city officials and wellness consultants agreed the weight room environment has long promoted levels of masculinity...
Oregon Official Governing Portland Region From Spain, Calls It “Occasional” Visit
According to reporting from The Oregonian/OregonLive, an Oregon elected official has been attending Metro Council meetings remotely for months at a time while sometimes being in Spain, a situation that has many people wondering how “local government” is supposed to...
Portland Hospitals Report 38% Increase In Genderless Babies Born With Naturally Occurring Blue Hair
PORTLAND, OR — Doctors across Portland say they are closely studying a surprising new trend after hospitals reported a 38% increase in babies being born both genderless and with naturally occurring blue hair, a phenomenon physicians are cautiously describing as...
Eugene Protester Hospitalized After Attacking Moving SUV At 6th And Pearl
If you ever wondered what happens when you block traffic, jump on a stranger’s vehicle, and start smashing their windshield, Eugene Police just provided a helpful real world demonstration. According to a post from the Eugene Police Department, officers responded...
Wyden Appears Lost In Thought, Likely Recalling The Time Dysentery Almost Took Him Out In 1848
WASHINGTON—Sen. Ron Wyden appeared visibly distant during a routine budget hearing Tuesday, staring solemnly into space as if mentally revisiting the harrowing weeks in 1848 when dysentery nearly claimed his life somewhere along the Oregon Trail just before reaching...
Kyron Horman’s Name Appears In Epstein Files, But It Ultimately Leads Nowhere
When we first saw chatter online about Kyron Horman being “mentioned in the Epstein files,” we’ll be honest with you. Like everyone else, we leaned forward. After 15 years without answers, you want something. Anything. A break. A new lead. A crack in the wall. About a...