A judge said the alleged domestic violence Deborah Albin experienced did not meet Oregon law’s strict criteria to avoid a mandatory-minimum sentence
The webinar will give practical guidance for editors on how to manage and edit an investigative story
Advocates are pushing for a survivor justice law like those in other states, but a two-thirds legislative majority presents a major hurdle
See unemployment through the eyes of a 47-year-old Montana man who lives in a friend's van, part of a growing number of older state residents battered by the recession. Betsy Cohen of the Missoulian writes that the number of complaints of job-related age discrimination has grown as unemployment has risen, a trend that also has occurred nationally. Nationally, unemployment rates for persons ages 55 and over rose from 6.7 percent in May to 7 percent in June, continuing the recent trend of high rates that had not been seen since the late 1940s, said Stacia Dahl, spokesperson for AARP Montana State Office.
"I think they aren't hiring me because of my age. People want to hire younger people," says Michael Anderson, whose resume includes work as a safety contractor, shipping clerk, forklift operator and warehouseman. Anderson says that despite filling out dozens of applications a week he hasn't gotten one offer in the past six months, and he thinks it's because of his age.
The story you just read is only possible because readers like you support our mission to uncover truths that matter. If you value this reporting, help us continue producing high-impact investigations that drive real-world change. Your donation today ensures we can keep asking tough questions and bringing critical issues to light. Join us — because fearless, independent journalism depends on you!
— Jacob H. Fries, executive director
DonateCancel anytime.
State lawmakers wary of government spending have turned down bills to fund emergency medical services
Shereef Elnahal, who has served as president since August, said the hospital needs to stabilize its finances before it can resume the project
The state announced the new assistance as federal Medicaid cuts are expected to reduce Oregon’s program by $11 billion over five years
Nurses say more babies are being squeezed into rooms in the 30-year-old unit
A judge said the alleged domestic violence Deborah Albin experienced did not meet Oregon law’s strict criteria to avoid a mandatory-minimum sentence
The webinar will give practical guidance for editors on how to manage and edit an investigative story
Advocates are pushing for a survivor justice law like those in other states, but a two-thirds legislative majority presents a major hurdle
The changes, which would expand the state’s investigatory abilities, still need approval from the governor-appointed Professional Educator Standards Board
Subscribe to our weekly newsletters and never miss an investigation.
