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This app tells you where it’s safe to swim in the Columbia River

Looking to stave off the summer heat with a dip in the Columbia River? An app bolstered by…

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Merkley warns of ‘tumultuous’ fire season amid federal cuts to wildfire support

Officials across Oregon say they will have enough firefighters on hand to battle expected wildfires this summer, but…

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U.S. Senate vote to nix California tailpipe emissions standard blocks 17 other states, including Oregon

The U.S. Senate voted early Thursday to prevent California from enforcing regulations on tailpipe emission from new cars…

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Oregon’s largest school districts warn proposed budget cuts will harm children

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Summer on your mind? Here’s how to keep your dog safe from deadly algae in Oregon.

There’s nothing like an Oregon summer, but taking a dive into the cool, refreshing waters of the state’s…