Here's Why Food Prices Remain Stubbornly High Even As Inflation Cools

The CPI shows inflation cooling but food prices — particularly for some holiday staples — remain high.

Oregonians Beware! Girls Scout Cookies Are Here

It's Girl Scout Cookie Season and the scouts have a new cookie with which to tempt you.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

ODOT Stresses Value Of Teen Driver's Education

According to Oregon's Department of Transportation, teens 15 to 20 without driver education are responsible for 91% of teen driver crashes.

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Federal Changes To SNAP Benefits Take Effect Soon

Changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will see either no change, a $9 increase or a $4 decrease to recipients' benefits.

OSHA Awards Scholarships To 9 Oregon High School Grads

The recipients have all experienced the personal and financial struggles that result when a parent is killed or disabled while on the job.

Public Breastfeeding Is Legal In Oregon: Health Authority

To kickoff World Breastfeeding Week state health officials remind residents and business owners that public breastfeeding is legal in Oregon

Red Cross Promotes Emergency Preparedness With Contest

Are you prepared for The Big One? The American Red Cross' Camp Prepare! invites all Oregon residents to show off their emergency kits.

Wyden Challenges Federal Family Separation Policy

Ron Wyden and 31 other senators on Thursday introduced a bill to prevent immigration forces from separating families at the U.S. border.

Simple Steps To Manage Your Post-College Finances

Taking out a college loan is easy; paying it back, however, can be a little trickier. These tips could help simplify the challenge.

Non-Medical Vaccine Exemption Rates Increase In Oregon

While the vast majority of Oregon parents vaccinate their children as required by law, an increasing number of adults put everyone at risk.

Scenic Chair Rides, Hiking At Mt. Hood Meadows This Summer

Beginning July 12, Mt. Hood Meadows will offer recreational options Thursdays through Sundays with extended evening hours on Saturdays.

These Are Oregon's Top Baby Names For 2017

The Social Security Administration released its annual rankings of America’s most popular baby names. See what names dominate in Oregon.

Fallen Oregon Workers To Be Honored At Ceremony In Salem

State officials will meet families at a gathering at the Fallen Workers Memorial this Friday to honor all Oregon workers who died in 2017.

Trail Blazers' Community Grants Application Deadline Nears

Nonprofits in Oregon and Southwest Washington are encouraged to get their grant applications in before April 30 to be considered.

Don't Gift Chicks, Oregon Health Authority Says

A popular gift around Easter, baby chicks can carry dangerous Salmonella bacteria and cause illness.

Watch Whales At The Oregon Coast From March 24-31

Oregon Parks and Recreation officials will host whale watching events at 24 locations along the coast during Spring Whale Watch Week.

Enjoy Springtime Fun At Mt. Hood Meadows

Just because winter is nearly over doesn't mean there isn't still plenty of fun to be had on the mountain.

Mt. Hood's Cooper Spur Resort To Open This Weekend

A couple feet of new snow in the Cascades ought to make this weekend's snow activities event better around Mt. Hood.

Oregon's Abused Homeschoolers: A Patch Report On Hidden Torture

Some state's homeschool laws don't prevent parents from abusing and even torturing their own children; could Oregon's be improved?

A Kid Named Valentine With A Big Heart Gives 750 Reasons To Smile

Callen Valentine, an Oregon high school student, wanted to make sure no one felt left out on Valentine’s Day and pulled off a big gesture.

Kaiser Permanente Grants $1M To Combat Absenteeism In PNW Schools

The grant will be shared by 7 educational organizations in Oregon and Washington, states which have extreme levels of chronic absenteeism.

Trail Blazers To 'Assist' Oregon Community, Build New Playground

For the 5th year running, Rip City and Moda Health are partnering to raise money for a new playground in 1 of 3 select Oregon cities.

Vaccinate Your Child Before School Exclusion Day, State Says

"Immunization keeps schools and the entire community healthy and safe… It is the best way to protect children," state officials said.

Oregon Coast Tsunami Warning Sparks Awareness Campaign

The 7.9 magnitude earthquake in the Gulf of Alaska Tuesday morning should remind all Oregon and SW Washington residents to be prepared.

Sports Camps For Blind Kids Set For This Summer In OR And WA

The 3rd annual, week-long sports camps — hosted by the NW Association for Blind Athletes — will be held in McMinnville and Tacoma.

Watch Migrating Whales At The Oregon Coast Before The New Year

Between December and mid-January, roughly 20,000 whales are expected to travel the Oregon coast on their way from Alaska to Baja, Mexico.

ODOT Offers Teen Driving Tips For National Teen Driver Safety Week

Beating out sickness and violence, car crashes are reportedly the leading cause of death for U.S. teens.