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SD public defense duties shift from counties to state; SCOTUS appears skeptical of restricting government communications with social media companies; Trump lawyers say he can't make bond; new scholarships aim to connect class of 2024 to high-demand jobs.

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The SCOTUS weighs government influence on social media, and who groups like the NRA can do business with. Biden signs an executive order to advance women's health research and the White House tells Israel it's responsible for the Gaza humanitarian crisis.

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Midwest regenerative farmers are rethinking chicken production, Medicare Advantage is squeezing the finances of rural hospitals and California's extreme swing from floods to drought has some thinking it's time to turn rural farm parcels into floodplains.

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ADA Website Gets Makeover to Become More Accessible

A revamped website for the Americans with Disabilities Act has launched to make the site more accessible. The Justice Department has updated ADA.gov …

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Oregonians decided to conduct their elections entirely by mail through an initiative passed in 1998. (Darylann Elmi/Adobe Stock)
Election's Near, Registration Deadline Here

The deadline to register to vote in Oregon is Tomorrow. Oregonians can register either in person, online before midnight or via the mail, which …

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La directora de Atención Médica Primaria, Pam Miner, está entre los doctores que atienden llamadas a domicilio en Oregon (Andie Petkus/Housecall Providers).
“Housecall Providers” celebra su 25º Aniversario en Oregon

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Este año marca el 25º aniversario de un singular programa que ofrece atención a domicilio para algunos de sus …

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The deadline for Oregonians affected by wildfires to apply for assistance is Nov. 16. (FEMA.gov)
Federal Disaster Aid Available for Oregonians Affected by Wildfires

PORTLAND, Ore. -- The federal government is offering disaster relief to Oregonians affected by the September wildfires. With the deadline approaching…

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In some Oregon counties, election workers are available to go to the homes of people with disabilities if they need assistance with completing their ballots. (Adobe Stock)
OR Steps Up to Help People with Disabilities Vote During Pandemic

SALEM, Ore. - Advocates for people living with disabilities say Oregon has taken some major steps to ensure that everyone has the help they need …

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Patient advocates for Oregonians with disabilities were being denied entry into emergency rooms because of COVID-19. (jes2uphoto/Adobe Stock)
OR Law Allows Patient Advocates for People with Disabilities in Hospitals

SALEM, Ore. -- Oregon Gov. Kate Brown signed a bill into law this week ensuring that a support person can join Oregonians with disabilities in …

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Oregon's May 19 primary could help officials work out any kinks in voting before the November general election. (Scott Van Blarcom/Adobe Stock)
Visually Impaired Oregonians Face Barriers to Voting During COVID-19

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Oregon's vote-by-mail system is earning praise during the coronavirus pandemic, but some Oregonians still will need help to get …

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Accessible transportation and affordable housing are important parts of making cities friendly for people of all ages. (Randy Rasmussen/AARP Oregon)
Gov. Brown Declares Age-Friendly Oregon Day

SALEM, Ore. — Gov. Kate Brown has proclaimed today Age-Friendly Oregon Day, recognizing communities' efforts to make the state livable for …

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Las organizaciones asistenciales de Oregon lanzaron la iniciativa “La Vivienda es Salud” para combatir la falta de vivienda.
Organizaciones de OR trabajan en Nexos de Salud y Vivienda

PORTLAND, Ore. – La atención de la salud no termina cuando una persona sale del consultorio médico. Varios factores externos del …

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Hasta un poco de ejercicio puede ayudarnos a combatir la tristeza de invierno. (StockSnap/Pixabay)
No dejes que la sombra del invierno opaque tus hábitos saludables

PORTLAND, Ore. – Los meses de invierno pueden dificultarnos mantener hábitos saludables. Ahora que la temperatura va bajando…

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Factores como el acceso a una alimentación sana, juegan un papel importante en nuestra salud. (Wendell/Flickr)
Celebran Foro para estudiar interrelación entre Salud y Sociedad

Portland, OR – ¿Qué impacto tienen en nuestra salud las estructuras y condiciones de nuestra sociedad? Esa es una pregunta que …

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Nearly one in five Americans 65 and older is putting off retirement. (SeniorServiceAmerica.org)
Oregon Businesses Can Benefit from Older Workers

PORTLAND, Ore. – A conference today in Portland explores the many advantages of hiring older workers, people with disabilities and veterans…

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