According to a report, an El Paso judge released some migrants who were allegedly involved in a chaotic stampede that overwhelmed National Guard troops at the southern border in Texas on Easter Sunday. During a bond hearing, Presiding Magistrate Judge…
Bed bugs, those annoying insects that feed on blood, have become an unwelcome presence in numerous homes, hotels, and other sleeping areas. Unfortunately, Oregon, a state renowned for its stunning landscapes and lively cities, is currently facing a bed bug…
In March, lawmakers in Oregon made a significant decision to reverse a groundbreaking reform that had been supported by voters in 2020. The recriminalization of low-level drug possession was approved by legislators, despite critics of the ballot initiative, Measure 110,…
In 2020, psilocybin was legalized for personal use in Oregon, making it the first U.S. state to do so. This decision came after more than half of Oregon’s voters expressed their support for its legalization. Among those embracing this change…
In 2023, the number of Southern Oregonians who were diagnosed with terminal illnesses and chose to end their lives by taking a doctor-prescribed combination of lethal drugs increased by six cases. This represents a significant 30% rise compared to the…
The attempt to shift the burden of fighting forest fires from timber companies to homeowners has been unsuccessful. (Photo: Jurgenhessphotography) Oregon state Senator Elizabeth Steiner’s push to shift the burden of wildland firefighting costs onto taxpayers gained significant power and…
A table is adorned with a roll of stickers as individuals cast their votes during the Georgia primary in 2022. In response to persisting doubts surrounding the security of election administration, Georgia GOP lawmakers have implemented modifications to the state’s…
On a cold Sunday, a retired Milwaukee police sergeant approached a gray Mazda in a strip mall parking lot. The crowd, fresh from church, was gathering for lunch. Engaging in conversation, the sergeant leaned into the driver’s window and chatted…
Alabama’s aspiring singers on “American Idol” had a successful night on Sunday. However, the new format called “Idol Arena” proved to be more challenging and chaotic than anticipated. During the beginning of the show, there were 143 contestants, out of…
The Georgia General Assembly has given the green light to a more affordable version of a bill that aims to offer disability insurance for first responders who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The state Senate unanimously approved…