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06/16/2026 · Philomath
Supreme Court blocks Alabama from executing inmate with nitrogen gas
The Supreme Court stopped Alabama from carrying out an execution using nitrogen gas, halting the scheduled death of inmate Jeffrey Lee. The ruling delays his execution but does not overturn his death sentence.
Trump Says Iran Deal Approved; Tehran Disputes Claim
President Trump announced an agreement with Iran and canceled planned military strikes, marking a sharp reversal from hours earlier when he had threatened escalation. Iranian officials disputed the claim, saying no final accord had been reached.
06/15/2026
FISA surveillance authority set to expire as Congress and Trump clash over intelligence chief
A warrantless surveillance power known as FISA Section 702 is scheduled to expire as the House departs Washington without voting to extend it. The delay comes amid a dispute between Congress and President Donald Trump over his choice for acting Director of National Intelligence.
06/15/2026
Lupus Trial Shows Patients Halting Medications After Immune Treatment
Researchers report that patients enrolled in a trial of an experimental immune-resetting treatment have stopped taking medications to manage lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease. The approach represents a potential shift in how doctors manage the condition.
06/15/2026
Congress Allows Surveillance Authority to Expire
The House failed to advance legislation renewing a major surveillance tool before departing for recess, allowing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act to lapse. The provision has permitted intelligence agencies to monitor foreign targets without individual warrants.
06/15/2026
Trump Says U.S. and Iran Will Sign Agreement on June 14
President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the United States and Iran plan to sign an agreement on June 14. The deal is expected to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and include provisions governing Iran's nuclear weapons program.
06/16/2026
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Let’s Go Birding “Coffenbury Lake Bird Walk” Fort Stevens State Park Meet at Soutth Coffenbury Lake The walk will be around Coffenbury Lake, looking for resident water and forest birds of the area. Oct 16, 2026 9:30 AM Begins Oct 16, 2026 10:30 AM Ends
Notice of Public Meeting Crook County Public Advisory Committee Balancing Working Lands and Energy
Notice of Public Meeting Crook County Public Advisory Committee Balancing Working Lands and Energy Notice is hereby given that the Crook County Public Advisory Committee – Balancing Working Lands and Energy will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM. The principal subject(s) anticipated to be discussed are: 1. Introduction 2. Overview of Goal 5 resources Groundwater, Mineral and Aggregate, and Energy and Solar 3. Summary of Goal 5 Administrative Rules and Process Inventories, Policies, Evaluation of ESEE (Economic, Social, Environmental and Energy) Consequences and Development of Programs to Protect Significant Goal 5 Resources 4. Next steps - next meeting Additional items may be discussed that arise too late to be included as part of this notice. For complete agenda and scheduled times, please see the website: https://publicportal.crookcountyor.gov/. Documents are available at no cost seven days prior to the meeting on the meeting page at: https://publicportal.crookcountyor.gov/. You may also contact the Planning Division at (541)447-3211 or [email protected] to schedule a time to inspect or to request copies at reasonable cost in accordance with the County’s fee schedule. To request assistance due to disability or for assistance with language interpretation or communications aids, please contact the Crook County Community Development Department at (541)447-3211, or John Eisler, Community Development Director, at [email protected]. Assistance to disabled individuals or persons needing language interpretation is provided with advance notice. Crook County encourages persons with disabilities to participate in all programs and activities. This event/location is accessible to people with disabilities. If you need accommodation to make participation possible, please call (541)447-3211. Crook County offers the public the opportunity to participate remotely. Recordings of the meeting and minutes will be available on the public portal: https://publicportal.crookcountyor.gov/. Join Zoom Meeting: https://crookcountyor.zoom.us/j/91785913766?pwd=m5Rv5BjdJ2orLUm4BWFQPKRorna94C.1 Meeting ID: 917 8591 3766 Passcode: 708030 Join the meeting by phone: Dial the following number (1-253-215-8782) Meeting Number: 917 8591 3766 Passcode: 708030 Attend the meeting in person.Crook County Meeting Room 320 NE Court Street Prineville, Oregon 97754
Notice of Public Meeting Crook County Public Advisory Committee Preserving Our Community Character
Notice of Public Meeting Crook County Public Advisory Committee Preserving Our Community Character Notice is hereby given that the Crook County Public Advisory Committee – Preserving Our Community Character will hold a public meeting at 2:00 PM on Monday, October 19, 2026. The principal subject(s) anticipated to be discussed are: Introductions Overview of Goal 5 resourcesNatural Areas and Open Space, Scenic Views and Recreation Trails, Historic and Cultural Resources Summary of Goal 5 Administrative Rules and ProcessInventories, Policies, Evaluation of ESEE (Economic, Social, Environmental and Energy) Consequences and Development of Programs to Protect Significant Goal 5 Resources Presentation from Crook County Museum Next steps - next meeting Additional items may be discussed that arise too late to be included as part of this notice. For complete agenda and scheduled times, please see the website: https://publicportal.crookcountyor.gov/. Documents are available at no cost seven days prior to the meeting on the meeting page at: https://publicportal.crookcountyor.gov/. You may also contact the Planning Division at (541)447-3211 or [email protected] to schedule a time to inspect or to request copies at reasonable cost in accordance with the County’s fee schedule. To request assistance due to disability or for assistance with language interpretation or communications aids, please contact the Crook County Community Development Department at (541)447-3211, or John Eisler, Community Development Director, at [email protected]. Assistance to disabled individuals or persons needing language interpretation is provided with advance notice. Crook County encourages persons with disabilities to participate in all programs and activities. This event/location is accessible to people with disabilities. If you need accommodation to make participation possible, please call (541)447-3211. Crook County offers the public the opportunity to participate remotely. Recordings of the meeting and minutes will be available on the public portal: https://publicportal.crookcountyor.gov/. Join Zoom Meeting: https://crookcountyor.zoom.us/j/92694619196?pwd=DK1Lz7f7Hg62b1fTbPne8hWAsgW2fV.1 Meeting ID: 926 9461 9196 Passcode: 099969 Join the meeting by phone: Dial the following number (1-253-215-8782) Meeting Number: 926 9461 9196 Passcode: 099969 Attend the meeting in person.Crook County Meeting Room 320 NE Court Street Prineville, Oregon 97754
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