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Record Flooding Threatens Washington as More Heavy Rain Pounds the Northwest
Flooding rivers could break records
Judge Orders Trump to End California National Guard Troop Deployment in Los Angeles
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said Wednesday's ruling was a victory for democracy and the rule of law, and he accused the administration of playing “political games” with the troops.
Oregon State Hires Alabama Assistant Jamarcus Shephard to Take Over Struggling Football Program
Shephard will be formally introduced at a news conference Tuesday.
Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read joins letter with Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold, and eight others.
NAMI Debuts New Caregiver HelpLine as Families Come Together for the Holidays
This new resource offers compassionate, lived-experience guidance to those who may be noticing mental health concerns in loved ones. ...
Public comment can be made by joining the Teams meeting. ...
OHA Seeks Applicants for the Oversight and Accountability Council
OHA is seeking new members in the category of an academic researcher specializing in drug use or drug policy ...
Message From Oregon Secretary of State
"By addressing the technical and clerical errors previously found in the OMV program, we’re building a stronger, more secure, and...
Black Financial Advisor Warns: Beware the Merchants of Debt
Award-winning certified financial planner exposes predatory tactics hurting the Black community ...
Don’t Let Predatory Debt Traps Rob the Holiday Season’s Joy
App-based loans could magnify financial stresses after government shutdown, says CRL ...
Generation Z is the Battleground
Generation Z’s early and passionate embrace of activism reflects both a reaction to the challenges of their era and a proactive commitment to making a tangible impact. ...
The Government Shutdown Proves We Need Skilled Trades
Our current moment is a powerful case study in where economic value and job stability lie. ...
Higher Cost, Worse Coverage: Affordable Care Act Enrollees Say Expiring Subsidies Will Hit Them Hard
It's not unusual for small-business owners to find themselves in a financial pinch once in awhile. There's an unexpected emergency or a temporary downturn in sales. Or there's a need to expand, and the bank won't approve a loan for the entire amount needed.
To bridge that funding gap, small-businessoperators will be able to turn to the Portland Development Commission for loans through a new program soon to be offered to businesses in Portland's low-income neighborhoods.
When Pat DiPrima first started to think about opening an Italian bakery and café, she asked everyone for advice. But among the best suggestions she received was to check out the Business Outreach Program at Portland State University.
"They helped me tremendously," said DiPrima, whose DiPrima Dolci Italian Bakery and Café is a neighborhood gathering spot at 1936 N. Killingsworth St. "They did everything from helping me gather data to apply for loans, to advising me on marketing and advertising plans and employee issues.
