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Kotek’s call to repeal her own transportation law faces legal concerns

January 15, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Kotek’s call to repeal her own transportation law faces legal concerns

by Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital ChronicleJanuary 15, 2026 Repealing the 2025 transportation law she championed in the upcoming short session could raise legal questions for Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek.  On Jan. 7, Kotek called on […]

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Pacific Power must show progress towards Oregon emission reduction targets, judge finds

January 15, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Pacific Power must show progress towards Oregon emission reduction targets, judge finds

by Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital ChronicleJanuary 15, 2026 Oregon’s largest electric utilities will need to show continual progress towards the state’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets or face enforcement from the Oregon Public Utility Commission, […]

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Oregon lawmaker reintroduces child abuse, foster rights legislation Gov. Kotek vetoed

January 15, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Oregon lawmaker reintroduces child abuse, foster rights legislation Gov. Kotek vetoed

by Shaanth Nanguneri, Oregon Capital ChronicleJanuary 15, 2026 An Oregon state lawmaker is again trying to expand the list of rights given to the state’s foster youth and rework the child abuse investigation process, despite […]

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Warm Springs Man Charged with Eluding Police Officers and Felon in Possession of a Firearm

January 15, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Warm Springs Man Charged with Eluding Police Officers and Felon in Possession of a Firearm

PORTLAND, Ore.—A Warm Springs, Oregon, man has been charged with possessing multiple firearms as a felon and eluding police officers after a high-speed chase. Edward Francis Jones, 32, has been charged by criminal complaint with […]

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Republican Transportation Leader suggests carbon tax funds to fix roads and bridges

January 15, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Republican Transportation Leader suggests carbon tax funds to fix roads and bridges

Story by John Sattgast, Washington State House Republican Communications House Republicans say Washington already has the money to fix crumbling roads and bridges — if lawmakers are willing to reprioritize it. John Sattgast reports from […]

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Monday 3/09

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What is the metal or plastic tube fixed tightly around each end of a shoelace called?

The metal or plastic tube fixed tightly around each end of a shoelace is called an aglet (also spelled aiglet).  The primary role of an aglet is to bind the fibers of the lace together, keeping them from unraveling or fraying.

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In the 1991 movie "Thelma and Louise" who plays the part of Louise?

In the 1991 film Thelma & Louise, the part of Louise Sawyer is played by actress Susan Sarandon.

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What is the capital of Kentucky?

Frankfort is located in the inner Bluegrass region of central Kentucky, situated along the Kentucky River.  While it is the state capital, it is not Kentucky's largest city; with a population of approximately 28,602 as of the 2020 census, it ranks as the 13th-largest city in the state and the 4th-smallest U.S. state capital by population.

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What natural "Wonder of the World" lies off the east coast of Australia?

The natural "Wonder of the World" off the east coast of Australia is the Great Barrier Reef. It is the world's largest coral reef system, stretching over 2,300 kilometers (1,400 miles) along the coastline of Queensland.

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What are the grinding teeth called?

Molars are the largest and strongest teeth, located at the very back of the mouth. Their primary function is the heavy-duty grinding and crushing of food into small particles to aid in swallowing and digestion.

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