Governor Kotek Outlines Next Steps Following Hunger Emergency

Salem, OR — Governor Tina Kotek announced the outcomes from the 60-day hunger emergency declaration and outlined what is next for continuing to address food insecurity. Federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits disrupted during the federal government shutdown
State Department halts visa processing for 75 countries starting next week

The U.S. State Department announced Wednesday that it will temporarily stop processing immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten standards for who may permanently enter
Denmark says ‘fundamental disagreement’ over Greenland remains after meeting with Vance, Rubio

Denmark and Greenland remain firmly opposed to President Trump’s push to bring Greenland under U.S. control, despite what Danish officials described as direct but respectful talks with senior members of the Trump administration at the White House.
Starting pitcher Ranger Suárez agrees to 5-year, $130 million deal with Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have signed left-handed starting pitcher Ranger Suárez to a five-year, $130 million contract. According to ESPN, the deal is fully guaranteed with no deferrals, opt-outs, or no-trade protection. Suárez, 30, arrives in Boston
WR Adam Thielen announces retirement from NFL after 13 seasons

Veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen officially announced his retirement from professional football on Wednesday, bringing an end to his 12-season career in the NFL that began as an undrafted college receiver to a two-time Pro Bowler and
Jason Aldean previews upcoming ‘Songs About Us’ LP with three new tracks

Jason Aldean is previewing his new studio album, Songs About Us, with the release of three new tracks — “Her Favorite Color,” “Easier Gone,” & “What’s A Little Heartache”. ‘Easier Gone‘ is a duet with Jason’s wife
Stream Luke Combs latest track ‘Giving Her Away’

Luke Combs released his latest song “Giving Her Away.” Combs, 35, is shown in a studio video reading the song’s lyrics from a sheet of paper, as he addresses the father of his bride in the studio
Actor Timothy Busfield appears in court, faces new sexual assault claims

Emmy Award-winning actor and director Timothy Busfield appeared in court Wednesday after turning himself in to New Mexico authorities to face multiple felony charges involving alleged sexual abuse of minors. Prosecutors are seeking to keep the 68-year-old
Actor Timothy Busfield appears in court, faces new sexual assault claims

Emmy Award-winning actor and director Timothy Busfield appeared in court Wednesday after turning himself in to New Mexico authorities to face multiple felony charges involving alleged sexual abuse of minors. Prosecutors are seeking to keep the 68-year-old
Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting ride-share driver

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on Monday, January 12th after allegedly assaulting a ride-share driver, according to the LAPD. NBC Los Angeles first reported the news of Sutherland’s arrest. PEOPLE say that Sutherland, 59, was arrested shortly