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June 28, 2024

US Supreme Court upholds controversial anti-camping laws used against homeless people in Oregon city

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld anti-camping laws used in Grants Pass, Oregon, to prevent homeless individuals from sleeping in public parks and streets.

June 28, 2024

High school coach fired after pushing to change state trans athlete law: 'Vilified' for standing up for girls

John Parks, a high school track & field coach fired for pushing for a change to the state's policies concerning transgender athletes, told Fox News Digital about the ordeal.

June 27, 2024

Oregon woman dies in boat tubing incident after dangerous driving on water, family says

Kaileigh Seidel, a 24-year-old Oregon woman, died in a boating accident on June 22. She was reportedly on an inner tube when she was flung into the side of another boat.

June 27, 2024

Former high school track and field coach John Parks talks firing amid push for transgender athlete law change

John Parks joined OutKick's Riley Gaines on the "Gaines for Girls" podcast to discuss his dismissal after he penned a letter about laws related to transgender athletes.

June 25, 2024

Nolina the porcupine celebrates huge birthday at Oregon Zoo: 'Looking sharp'

Nolina the porcupine is defying the life expectancy of its species through morning walks and healthy treats at the Oregon Zoo.

June 22, 2024

'Microaggressions' could cost doctors their medical licenses in Oregon, according to new proposed rule

The Oregon Medical Board is expanding the definition of "unprofessional conduct," to include "microaggressions," an offense which could lead to license revocation.

June 22, 2024

Microaggression madness in Oregon could cost doctors their license

In past debates over 'microaggressions' in this category of offensive speech, I have objected that it is all hopelessly vague and highly controversial.

June 20, 2024

'Endless revolving door': Blue state will recriminalize drugs, but one key official is looking for a loophole

Drug possession will soon become a crime again in Oregon, but critics say Portland area leaders are drafting a plan that includes "an endless revolving door."

June 20, 2024

Spending on homelessness spikes to a 'shocking' amount in Portland metro area

Oregon's three most populous counties spent $531 million on homelessness interventions in 2023, a 70% increase from the previous fiscal year, a new report shows.

June 18, 2024

Teen 'thought she was going to die' stuck upside down after Oregon theme park ride malfunctions

One rider shared that she thoughts she was "going to die" after a ride at Oaks Amusement Park in Portland, Oregon malfunctioned — leaving riders hanging upside down.