ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Jan. 18 -- The American Indian Science and Engineering Society issued the following news: The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) has partnered with Intel to expand computer science education and career readiness in schools in Arizona, California, and Oregon serving Native American students. This project aims to increase the number of Native American students in the technology and engineering fields, in academia and professionally. The Intel Next G  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 15 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following agenda item [A.19-04-013] for Jan. 16: Application of PacifiCorp, an Oregon company, for Approval of its Proposed Net Billing Tariff to Compensate Eligible Customers. PROPOSED OUTCOME: * Authorizes PacifiCorp to implement its proposed net billing tariff, with modifications, to replace its net energy metering tariff. * PacifiCorp shall close its net energy metering tariff to new customers on M  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 13 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following decision (Agenda ID No. 18018): Application of PacifiCorp (U901E), an Oregon company, for Approval of its Proposed Net Billing Tariff to Compensate Eligible Customers. Summary This decision approves the application of PacifiCorp d/b/a Pacific Power for its proposed net billing program, subject to certain modifications. The net billing program will replace PacifiCorp's net metering tariff. The   more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 13 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following decision (Agenda ID No. 18018): Application of PacifiCorp (U901E), an Oregon company, for Approval of its Proposed Net Billing Tariff to Compensate Eligible Customers. Summary This decision approves the application of PacifiCorp d/b/a Pacific Power for its proposed net billing program, subject to certain modifications. The net billing program will replace PacifiCorp's net metering tariff. The   more

PORTLAND, Oregon, Jan. 15 -- Daimler Trucks North America, a heavy-duty truck manufacturer, issued the following news release: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) announced that Sean Waters has been promoted to the newly-created role of vice president of product compliance and regulatory affairs. Waters most recently performed as the director of product compliance and regulatory affairs for DTNA. In his new role, Waters will continue to work with regulatory agency leadership on standard-se  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following statement by Co-Chair Oregon Gov. Kate Brown: Yesterday, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis' blow to voting rights in the state will stand. In June, Gov. DeSantis signed legislation mandating that convicted felons must pay fines and other fees related to their sentences before voting. The bill was a direct blow to a constitutional amendment, overwhelmingly approved by voters in 2018, that al  more

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 15 -- The Oregon Democratic Party issued the following news release: The staff of the Democratic Party of Oregon voted to unionize and reached a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Democratic Party of Oregon late last week. DPO Staff are now represented by the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) Local 1094. Founded in 1887, IUPAT members help shape their communities in many ways: through an abiding commitment to service, by fighting passionately f  more

GRESHAM, Oregon, Jan. 18 -- Mt. Hood Community College issued the following news release: * * * - Next step will be defining teach-out plans for impacted students * * * The Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) District Board of Education voted to phase out seven instructional programs at their January 15, 2020 meeting. The seven programs that will be phased out are: - Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair (The college will continue to provide its automotive degree programs including FORD AS  more

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 17 -- Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued the following news release: * * * - More than 21,000 Oregonians who currently receive benefits could lose them beginning April 1 * * * Oregon joined fifteen states and New York City in a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from eliminating food assistance for nearly 700,000 Americans. The lawsuit challenges a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) rule that would limit states' ability to extend food stamp b  more

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 15 -- Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued the following news release: Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum joined 23 state law enforcement partners in an agreement with PayPal Charitable Giving Fund (PPGF), Inc. The agreement ensures that donors receive necessary information and disclosures when making charitable contributions through the company's online fundraising platform. The platform conveniently allows donors to contribute funds electronically and select  more

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 18 -- Gov. Kate Brown, D-Oregon, issued the following news release on Jan. 17: Governor Kate Brown announced that she will appoint Jacqueline S. Kamins to the Oregon Court of Appeals, Brendan J. Kane to the Linn County Circuit Court, Marcia L. Buckley to the Lincoln County Circuit Court, and Johnathan H. Cable to the position of District Attorney of Lincoln County. All four appointments are effective immediately. "I am proud to elevate this group of talented attorneys to po  more

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 15 -- Gov. Kate Brown, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: Governor Kate Brown submitted a list of state board and commission appointments to the Oregon Senate for confirmation. The Senate Rules Committee will consider the nominations in February. "The members of our state boards and commissions, with their diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, provide valuable insights into state policymaking and ensure that all Oregonians are represented in the  more

PORTLAND, Oregon, Jan. 15 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- Oregon Health and Science University issued the following news release: * * * - Pacific Northwest Evidence-based Practice Center assesses barriers to care in 10 preventive services and ways to reduce them * * * Six in every 10 Americans have a chronic health condition. These conditions, including heart disease, cancer, diabetes or stroke, are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States and contribute greatly to the nation'  more

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 18 -- The Oregon House Democrats issued the following news release: * * * - Caucus agenda guides work in2020 and beyond * * * The Oregon House Democrats released the agenda that will guide their work during the 2020 legislative session with a focus on building "A Better Future for All Oregonians."The agenda lays out the legislative successes of the past and presents a vision for the future, including concrete action to address the climate crisis. "While Oregon House Dem  more

PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 17 -- Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon issued the following news release: In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of service, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon is partnering with the United Way of the Columbia-Willamette this weekend to support nearly 1,500 volunteer opportunities across 60 community projects as part of the 13th Annual MLK Weekend of Service. From sprucing up libraries and school gardens to sorting children's books and packaging do  more

ASHLAND, Oregon, Jan. 14 -- Southern Oregon University issued the following news: The deadline to apply online for either of two Raider Alternative Break trips this spring is Jan. 18. The trips - one to Arizona and the other to Marin County, California - will coincide with SOU's spring break, March 21 through 29. Raider Alternative Breaks focuses on inspiring students to be active citizens. Through short-term service learning experiences, students explore various themes and issues. The topics   more

STUDIO CITY, California, Jan. 17 -- Hallmark Channel, a subsidiary of Crown Media Holdings, issued the following news release: Taylor Cole ("Ruby Herring Mysteries," "Supernatural") and Ryan Paevey ("General Hospital," "Christmas at the Plaza") star in "Matching Hearts" a new, original movie premiering Saturday, February 8, (9 p.m. ET/PT) on Hallmark Channel as part of the network's annual "Love Ever After" programming event. Julia Palmer (Cole) is a professional matchmaker in Portland, Oregon   more

OREGON CITY, Oregon, Jan. 17 -- The city of Oregon City issued the following news: The CAFR provides an overview and analysis of the City's revenues and expenditures for the previous fiscal year and demonstrates the City's commitment to stewardship and accountability with public funds. State law and city code require audited financial statements each year, and the City's 152-page CAFR meets recommended higher standards of the Government Finance Officers Association to provide a more comprehens  more