Katia Riddle
Stories
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National
Abortion restrictions may tighten, when many already struggle to access the procedure
Abortion could be further restricted later this year when the Supreme Court is expected to decide whether to overturn Roe v. Wade. For many, there are already barriers to accessing the procedure.
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National
Portland drag club recognized in the National Register of Historic Places
In Portland, drag queen Darcelle is celebrating recognition of her club by the National Register of Historic Places. Darcelle might also be the oldest performing drag queen in the world.
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Politics
Rental aid has been slow getting to those who need it. Outreach programs could help
States continue to struggle getting rental assistance to those facing eviction. The money is there, but it's not getting distributed. One Oregon county has hired navigators to help get the money out.
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Environment
Recovery Looks Different For The Bootleg Fire Victims Who Lived Far Off-Grid
Oregon's Bootleg Fire has scorched hundreds of thousands of acres but burned down fewer than 200 homes. Many of the displaced people live off the grid and are figuring out how to rebuild their lives.
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Crews From Alaska To Puerto Rico Are Trying To Control The Bootleg Fire
Authorities warn current conditions are ideal for more fires. Officials say embers from the Bootleg Fire can travel long distances on the current 25 mph winds.