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Report: Preschool For All Stable, But Equity And Cost Pressures Remain

Multnomah County's Preschool for All program is expected to remain financially sustainable as it expands to universal access, but a new advisory report warns that rising costs, shifting demographics and economic uncertainty could shape how equitably the program serves families in the future.

PBOT To Offer Free Compost During Earth Day Event In Northeast Portland

Portland residents can pick up free compost during the Portland Bureau of Transportation's annual Free Compost Days event on April 18 and 19 at the Sunderland Maintenance Yard, with traffic control measures in place to manage congestion and ensure safety.

Jackie Robinson’s Fight Didn’t End At The Ballpark

Jackie Robinson's legacy of fighting for civil rights, economic justice, and political power should be honored not just with ceremonial tributes, but with meaningful action to continue the fight he started.

Bynum Requests More Than $36 million For Oregon Projects, Including Key Investments Near Portland

Rep. Janelle Bynum has requested over $36 million in federal funding for 20 community projects across Oregon's 5th Congressional District, including infrastructure and public safety investments in the Portland metro area.

This Year’s Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees Are…

Luther Vandross, Wu-Tang Clan, and Oasis are among the 18 artists being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year, with the ceremony taking place on November 14th in Los Angeles.

‘I Know What It Requires’: Harris On Why She’s Thinking About Running For President...

Former Vice President Kamala Harris confirmed that she is considering running for president in 2028, while other potential 2028 Democratic candidates also took the stage at the National Action Network Convention to test-drive their messages.

U.S. Intel Officials Scramble To Keep Surveillance Law Running Amid Iran War Tensions

The Trump administration is pushing for a clean reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) before it lapses on April 20, while civil liberties groups argue it risks infringing on Americans' privacy.

Appeals Court Grills Attorneys Over Whether Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Was Improperly Sentenced

Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers are seeking his release from prison, arguing his trial judge improperly considered conduct for which Combs had been found not guilty when sentencing him to 50 months for prostitution-related charges.

Diddy’s Conviction Challenged In Appeals Court Citing First Amendment

Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers are arguing before a federal appeals court for his release and overturning of his conviction on prostitution-related charges, claiming his conduct was protected by the First Amendment.

DHS Staffers Are Now Getting Paid During The Shutdown. Here’s How

President Donald Trump has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to pay Transportation Security Administration employees their back pay, and soon other DHS staffers should receive their back pay as well.

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Kushner, Jeffries Discuss Ways White House And Democrats Can Collaborate

A recently reported private Jared Kushner and Hakeem Jeffries meeting has sparked incredulity among Democrats and political critics alike. As the November midterm elections loom and control of the House is at stake, this surprising discussion over potential collaboration highlights the shifting dynamics and bipartisan tensions in Washington.