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Oregon News Team Wins Big at Local Journalism Awards

July 25, 2026

The Oregonian/OregonLive newsroom captured a remarkable haul of honors at the annual contest hosted by the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. Over 30 prizes were awarded, a noticeable increase from last year’s total. The awards spanned every category, from business reporting to spot news cover

politics

Debate Over the CFPB: A Shift in Power and Policy

July 16, 2026

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has become the center of a heated debate as its current interim head, Russell Vought, prepares to step down after a year and a half in the role. During his final hearing before the House Financial Services Committee, Vought defended his decision to cut

finance

Why Investors Are Still Betting on Live Nation Despite Recent Losses

July 4, 2026

Live Nation Entertainment, the big player behind live events and ticket sales, just posted another mixed quarter. Revenue jumped to $3. 79 billion compared to last year’s $3. 38 billion, but the company still lost $389 million—way worse than the small profit of $23 million from the same time last ye

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Lawmaker warns about crypto in retirement plans

June 27, 2026

A top U. S. House Democrat is pushing back against a government plan that could let workers put retirement savings into cryptocurrency. If Democrats win big in November’s elections, Rep. Maxine Waters could once again lead the House Financial Services Committee, giving her more influence over financ

politics

Housing Law Wins in a Trump‑Led Congress

June 23, 2026

The U. S. Senate is about to pass a big new housing bill that could make homes cheaper and easier to build. Senators voted 87‑8 last week, and the bill will next go to the House before reaching the President’s desk. The measure is a welcome win for Republicans, who have worried that voters think

entertainment

A True‑Crime Series Sheds Light on a Tragic Home Death

June 16, 2026

The story of Kristil Krug, a 44‑year‑old chemical engineer from Broomfield, Colorado, is set to be told in a new docuseries by Sony Pictures Television’s Maxine Productions. Krug was found dead in her garage in December 2023 after a welfare check was called by her husband, Daniel. Investigatio

technology

Tech Stock Review: Qualcomm, Block and Solstice – What Analysts Say

May 11, 2026

Qualcomm’s stock finished the week at about $219, close to its yearly high. A J. P. Morgan analyst kept a neutral stance, suggesting investors keep an eye on the price but not rush to buy. The market average opinion leans toward holding, with a target around $177 – a potential drop of almost 17 perc

finance

Stock Analysts Split on Flutter Entertainment’s Future

May 10, 2026

A fresh look at Flutter Entertainment shows mixed signals from market watchers. One analyst at Barclays recently upgraded the company’s stock to a buy, citing potential growth in the gaming sector. The same day, Deutsche Bank echoed that optimism with its own buy recommendation. Yet not everyone agr

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Big Investors Think Robinhood’s Crypto Drop Is Just a Rough Patch

May 1, 2026

Some big money players see Robinhood’s recent fall as nothing more than a temporary glitch. The trading app, which slipped almost 12 % after missing earnings and revenue forecasts on April 28, has attracted fresh buying from big names. The drop was largely blamed on weaker crypto trading, but analys

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What the Experts Really Think About Live Nation and Telia Right Now

April 27, 2026

Two big names in communication services grabbed attention after conflicting expert reviews. Live Nation saw bullish bets on its stock, while Telia faced lukewarm reactions from analysts. The contrast shows how even companies in the same sector can get very different reactions from market watchers.