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Volcano · HonoluluHawaii’s Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano, has started to erupt, prompting volcanic ash and debris to fall nearby, authorities said Monday.See the Story
Hawaii’s Mauna Loa starts to erupt, sending ash nearby
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Nancy Pelosi · WashingtonHakeem Jeffries was elected on Wednesday to become the Democratic Party's top leader in the U.S. House of Representatives beginning in January, making him the first Black American to hold such a high-ranking position in Congress.See the Story
US Democrats elect Hakeem Jeffries as first Black congressional party leader
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US & Canada · WashingtonMajor faith organizations including the Anti-Defamation League and Interfaith Alliance are calling on senators to pass the Respect for Marriage Act to enshrine same-sex and interracial marriage protections into federal law.
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Religious groups call on Senate to pass Respect for Marriage Act
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Republican Party · WashingtonNew York Democrat Hakeem Jeffries is the first black member elected to become House Democratic leader. Jeffries will replace Speaker Nancy Pelosi as the head of the party. Massachusetts Congresswoman Katherine Clark and California’s Pete Aguilar were elected as the top Deputy and Democratic Caucus Chair.See the Story
House leadership votes show shifts for Democrats, Republicans
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US & Canada · PortlandThe Oregon Humane Society is offering a new adoption special. The offer is available at both the Portland and Salem campuses. OHS adoption specialists work to ensure that prospective dog parents find the right pet. Adoptions are also made easy, and include up-to-date vaccines, spaying or neutering.See the Story
Oregon Humane Society reduces adoption fees for large dogs
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US & Canada · PortlandState officials say insurance companies were choosing to not renew home policies before SB 762 was signed. California has created a state law that places a one-year moratorium on insurance companies. Chris Adlam is a regional fire specialist at Oregon State University's extension service fire program. He hopes Oregon can be a powerful ally in promoting these practices.See the Story
Insurance companies are dropping home coverage in Oregon due to wildfire risk
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US & Canada · PortlandPORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A local non-profit is lightening the load for many families this holiday season who are fostering young children. With Love provides resources and essentials for families and is pushing to make sure there are many presents under the tree for those kids this year. The non-profit has been a big help for Jen Browning. Before adopting a boy, Browning's first experience with fostering was with twins.
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Portland non-profit With Love ‘lightens the load’ for foster parents
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US & Canada · PortlandPORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A 25-year-old Oregon man was sentenced to five years in prison after repeatedly stealing cars, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt announced. Prior to his sentencing on Tuesday, convicted felon Andrew Belsher pled guilty to numerous charges, including felon in possession of a firearm, possession of a stolen vehicle, three counts of unlawful use of a vehicle, two counts of reckless endangerment and failure to p…See the Story
'Let today’s outcome be a message': Repeat car thief gets 5 years in prison
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US & Canada · PortlandSlick, icy roads are creating hazardous driving conditions around the region on Thursday. The National Weather Service is warning drivers to slow down, especially around bridges, where black ice forms faster. The cold, rainy, snowy weather has caused a spike in weather-related car crashes in Benton County.See the Story
Oregon officials warn drivers to slow down amid icy road conditions
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US & Canada · VancouverRichard E. Knapp was released from Clark County Jail on Wednesday. He was accused of raping and strangling Audrey Hoellein Fraiser in 1994. A specialized lab was able to link a cigarette butt to Knapp using genealogy databases. The motion to dismiss reveals new and credible evidence.See the Story
Charges dismissed in Vancouver woman’s 1994 murder
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US & Canada · LacombePORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Rain showers turn to snow showers! Snow levels are lowering to the valley floor Thursday morning. We could have slushy snow on the ground around Portland. It will be enough to mess up a morning commute, but it won’t be equal for everyone.
What’s my altitude? List of elevations in Portland, SW Wash., Willamette Valley The timing for snow showers arriving near Portland could be anytime before sunrise with an emph…See the Story
Winter weather driving for your Thursday commute
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