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Wholesalers sued the state last year, effectively halting the rollout of Oregon’s new package disposal and recycling charges for companies.
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Roman Battaglia/JPR NewsThe Douglas fir is iconic in Oregon. It’s the state tree and it's on most license plates. But one group is trying to save Oregon’s oak trees, which they say are just as important. -
Justin Higginbottom/JPRFor decades, companies have wanted to restart nickel mining in Southern Oregon. A changing market and pro-mining administration might finally bring the industry back to the state, despite environmental concerns.
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AFP via Getty ImagesThe U.S. military announced it will begin its blockade of Iranian ships over the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, as Iran vowed to assert its own control over the critical international waterway. -
Kyle Rivas/Getty ImagesSeveral states have ballot measures this year that could raise the thresholds needed to pass state constitutional amendments. Many advocates are critical of such limits on direct democracy.
The fire remains 5% contained after another day of challenging weather.
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California Democrats are used to defending gun control measures against lawsuits by Second Amendment advocates. Now, the state is facing a lawsuit from the Trump administration targeting a new law restricting sales of Glock semi-automatic handguns.
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