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The Democrat from Southwest Washington said the loss of human lives in Longview is devastating. She is also concerned about the spinoff effects for local jobs and wildfires.
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Clean & ProsperousNeighbors fear toxic fires. Clean energy advocates and frustrated developers warn that stifling the projects could slow the clean energy transition. -
Saskia Hatvany/OPBPeople gathered to celebrate Juneteenth in communities across the Oregon and Southwest Washington, including Gresham, Lincoln City, Hermiston, Medford, Portland and Vancouver.
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Parker Miles Blohm/KNKXJazz trumpeter Marquis Hill explores his connection to the jazz greats, his passion for education, and how his band Blacktet blends tradition with modern influences. -
Arno Lam/Shore Fire MediaOn June 23, Ibrahim Maalouf and his band hit the stage at Seattle's Crocodile in celebration of his father's groundbreaking invention — the quarter-tone trumpet.
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