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Douglas fir trees around Ashland are dying in the thousands. It’s one example of how our changing climate is affecting forests in the region.
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As electric and gas rates continue to rise, an advocacy group for utility customers is proposing rate caps on energy increases for all for-profit utilities to help avoid high energy bills.
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Amateur archeologist Scott Kemery leads a team on expeditions to uncover the artifacts left behind by the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. Their discoveries shed light on the human experience amidst the devastation and honor the memories of those who died.
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Under the plan, the European Union will send as much as $3.25 billion in profits from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine to help finance its military and reconstruction efforts.
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The new study has scientists concerned that microplastics may be contributing to reproductive health issues.
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If the results hold, Bynum will face Republican U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, in one of the nation’s most closely watched elections, a race that could decide which party controls Congress.
State lawmakers often don’t know how well a program is working before deciding whether to cut or increase spending. Instead, they hear from advocates, interest groups and sometimes the public. Key budget hearings ramp up this week.