Opinion: Most communities in Oregon and the US are Republican, yet Democrats are in charge

Republican Randy Fine is headed to Washington, D.C., to represent Florida’s 6th Congressional District. The district includes parts of six counties, including St. Johns, Flagler and Putnam.

Victory has a thousand fathers. Defeat is an orphan. That old axiom applies to the Congressional District 6 special election to fill National Security Adviser Mike Waltz’s unexpired term. (Waltz left Congress to join the White House after winning last November with two-thirds of the vote).

Julii Johnson was a hardworking single mother, loved by many, with a beautiful spirit that radiated around her. In January 2017, the 34-year-old mother from Oak Park, Michigan, was dating 44-year-old Jim Terrell Latner. Jim’s ex-girlfriend, Marcie Griffin, is also the mother of two of his children.

University spokesperson Ben Johnson confirmed at least five international Ohio State students had their F-1 visas revoked as of Friday afternoon. Credit: Lantern File Photo. At least five international Ohio State students had their F-1 visas revoked as of Friday afternoon, the university confirmed.

I don’t know why I didn’t do this sooner. Dating an older man is the most relaxing experience of my life. He talks about exactly three things—his investments, his espresso machine, and his perfectly curated vinyl collection. And honestly? I just sit there, sip my coffee, and let him handle everything else.

CALIFORNIA – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on March 11 it is offering a $20,000 reward for tips leading to a penalty or conviction in the case of a decapitated California sea lion.

Floridians who watch the retail sector in the Sunshine State are likely aware that the mall landscape is changing. Some malls are losing their anchor stores. And others are selling. For example, it was recently announced that Westshore Plaza is up for sale. And the Southland Mall has sold and a $1.5 billion project means that it will eventually become mixed-use development. And it is not the only one - a central Florida mall has sold for $17.5 million and it too will become mixed-used. It is Seminole Towne Center.

While there were no injuries reported in Kentucky due to Sunday’s storms, the National Weather Service (NWS) says another round of severe weather is expected Wednesday and Thursday with their biggest concern being the possibility of major flooding, to end the week.

I thought buying a townhouse was the safer bet. Less maintenance, right? Well… joke’s on me. The HOA fees are outrageous, and surprise—still tons of repairs! Multiple leaks, roof issues… I’ve poured so much money into fixing things, and honestly, I probably would’ve spent the same fixing up a small house. At least then I’d have a yard. I want another dog, but now I feel stuck waiting years to afford a house. Looking back, those SFHs that needed work weren’t that bad. I wish I hadn’t been so scared of the unknown.

When I bought my first house, I thought I was finally free—my own space, my own rules. Then I met the HOA. At first, it seemed harmless. A small monthly fee, some basic upkeep rules. No big deal, right? Wrong.

U.S Senator Rand Paul this week introduced the Nutritious SNAP Act of 2025 to restore personal responsibility and state flexibility to the federal food assistance program. The purpose of the bill is to confront an uncomfortable truth: while the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was created to fight hunger, it is now fueling a new public health crisis — obesity and chronic disease — by subsidizing the purchase of junk food with taxpayer dollars.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a loving gentle giant named Demi, a Cane Corso who has captured hearts with her affectionate personality. At just under three years old and weighing 84 pounds, Demi has a perfect blend of majesty and playfulness that her breed is known for. Described as a loving companion who has never met a stranger, she particularly enjoys car rides, demonstrating her agility by easily hopping in and out of vehicles. Her social nature extends to other dogs of all sizes, and she's shown a peaceful coexistence with cats, completely ignoring them.

So, my friend’s kid goes to a Catholic school, and they’ve been recommending that I send my child there too. They talk about the great academic environment, discipline, and close-knit community. The thing is, my husband and I aren’t religious, and we’re a little worried that the strong Catholic atmosphere might push a set of values that don’t align with our own.

I get it—landlords can show a place when selling, but how often is reasonable? I’ve had nearly 15 showings since February, plus an open house. I work remotely, and buyers have walked in during meetings, asked me about the building like I’m the leasing agent, and one even let their kid run around my living room.

CALIFORNIA – California federal judge William H. Alsup, ordered, March 13, the Trump Administration to reinstate thousands of employees who were recently mass-fired. Alsup ordered immediate reinstatement of terminated probationary employees of the Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Interior, Energy, Defense, and Treasury departments. These agencies must also cease termination of probationary employees, effective immediately.

The 101st Airborne Division sent an unspecified number of soldiers to the U.S. southern border in January, and a Thursday press release said about 300 more soldiers are being sent.

I hit a breaking point—60-hour weeks stuck in an office, glued to emails and meetings. I was a project manager, but the stress and monotony drained me. I felt like I was just going through the motions, waiting for the weekend to feel alive again. One day, I decided I couldn’t do it anymore.

Starting April 1, 2025, new California laws will significantly enhance protections for renters statewide. All of them aimed at increasing fairness and transparency in landlord-tenant interactions.

Denver’s homeless hotels and clogged traffic on Pena Boulevard dominated the public comment period Monday during the City Council meeting. Homeless advocate Ana Miller told the council the conditions at the former Best Western homeless hotel on Quebec, one of many such hotels owned by the city, are “Absolutely grotesque … worse than most poorly run prisons ....(I’m) tired of hearing things are fixed. When you’re done using (a hotel) it will need to be completely gutted for habitation again. I want the council to look into these conditions and do something about it. Push for better oversight of how they’re running their shelters.”

The Denver City Council will vote Monday on an $800,000 settlement for the family of a man who was slain by police. Officers Samuel Bailey, Steven Whiteman and Ryan Nelson all fired their weapons at Duane Manzanares after stopping him for shooting at a vehicle. Denver District Attorney Beth McCann cleared the officers of any wrongdoing in the shooting.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Nubs, a charming seven-month-old Chihuahua/Dachshund mix who is searching for his forever home. This small but resilient pup, weighing around nine pounds, has a unique characteristic that earned him his name - one of his back paws is missing all its toes. While the origin of this condition remains unknown, whether from birth or an accident, it doesn't seem to cause him any pain or require surgical intervention.

A year ago, our grocery bill was out of control. Prices kept going up, and it felt like we were spending way too much. Now? We’re spending nearly 50% less for our family of four—without extreme couponing. Here’s what worked:

Listen, sellers who overpaid in 2020-2022 and now think we’ll subsidize your mistake? Not happening. I saw your house listed at 400k in 2022–congratulations, you got conned by a well− meaning realtor. Now you’re asking 500k for the same avocado-green walls and outdated HVAC? That’s not a "principle" issue – that’s math.

My old workplace had the best lunch system: 11:30-2:00 window, coverage swapped, zero drama. Fast-forward to new management: "EVERYONE MUST LUNCH AT EXACTLY 12:00. NO EXCEPTIONS."

Why aren’t we housing the homeless in abandoned motels? It’s not rocket science—seal off broken windows, install security cameras, and rent them at 50/ month. But here’s the catch: The system profits from keeping people destitute. Politicians don’t want you to know that Housing First programs do work—they cut emergency room visits by 6010k/year for mental health meds.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a happy little dog named McFlurry who is searching for her forever family. This petite possible Maltese mix, rescued from a rural shelter in central Texas, has already proven herself to be an adaptable and charming companion in her foster home.

A friend of mine just helped his mother secure a Section 8 apartment in a great neighborhood. The place is beautiful, but the upfront costs? Absolutely insane. The landlord required $15k upfront, including a broker fee, just to allow her to rent under Section 8.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a young Great Pyrenees puppy named McChicken who is described as loveable and gentle. Estimated to be just a few months old, this fluffy bundle of joy already weighs around 50 pounds, indicating she's destined to become an impressive-sized adult dog. "McChicken is friendly, well-behaved for her age, and eager to learn," explains the nonprofit rescue.

If you're struggling to put food on the table, please know that food banks are here to help—no guilt, no shame. They exist because people need them, and if they aren’t used, they risk disappearing, just like other community resources have in the past.

I keep seeing people say they change out all their cat litter once a week, and I just don’t get it. Like… does anyone actually do that? My litter box is huge, and I pour in three to four full bags at a time. If I dumped it all every week, that would be insanely expensive—easily about $120 a month just on litter.