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Seattle is undergoing a quiet housing revolution. With relaxed zoning rules, developers are connecting homes with skybridges—resulting in futuristic-look

🟩 By Shane Dixon Kavanaugh | The Oregonian/OregonLive 📍 Portland, Oregon | June 26, 2025 🧭 A Reversal with Ripple Effects: Portland’s Decision Echoes Across Communities In a dramatic pivot, the Portland City Council has reinstated $64 million in funding for children’s programs after initially rejecting the grants proposed by the Portland Children’s Levy. The unanimous vote came just weeks after widespread criticism, emotional appeals, and growing public pressure. What seemed like a final decision weeks ago quickly transformed into a moment of reflection and correction—a reminder that public policy, at its best, is responsive and humane. 🔄 What Happened:

    Full Name Zohran Kwame Mamdani Born October 18, 1991 – Kampala, Uganda Age 33 years old (as of 2025) Political Party Democratic Party Current Office NY State Assembly – District 36 Education Bowdoin College (Class of 2014) Parents Mahmood Mamdani, Mira Nair Political Stance Democratic Socialist There are moments in history when the heart of a people beats louder than any campaign slogan. Last night was one of them. Zohran Mamdani, a Muslim immigrant, defeated Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic mayoral primary—not with money or spectacle, but with the quiet strength of conviction and community. His victory did

The wildfire season has returned to Oregon—not as a distant possibility but as a present and pressing threat. With dry winds sweeping across forests and communities alike, one moment of unpreparedness can define everything. Yet the power to change the outcome rests with you—today. Visit ORAlert.gov now to sign up for free emergency alerts. These messages reach you via phone, text, or email—any channel you trust—to notify you before danger arrives. Because sometimes, just a few minutes can mean the difference between safety and tragedy. There are those who seek truth by denying the obvious. But this? This is not

Summary The Tillamook River Bridge on OR 131 is under preservation, closing the westbound lane around the clock. A temporary traffic signal guides one-lane movement. Work occurs Monday through Saturday. Expect noise, delays, and limited visibility. River access is open but narrowed. The project preserves structural integrity amid statewide bridge funding challenges. Stay safe, share updates, and check TripCheck for alerts. There’s a moment, a pause, where progress meets memory—and today, that pause is at the Tillamook River Bridge on Oregon Route 131. Four days ago, the State of Oregon Agency issued a heads-up for travelers and locals alike: watch