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Why Cheap, Older Drugs That Might Treat COVID Never Get Out Of The Lab

A few older drugs show promise as COVID-fighters, but some scientists say the pharmaceutical industry has shown little interest in testing them when it can earn billions from mediocre new ones.

Apr 19, 2022

Some companies set up outdoor seating to maintain business during the pandemic, like the Bijou Cafe in downtown Portland. Others, citing harm to their business, didn't follow the state mask mandate and were fined. | SHUTTERSTOCK

Dozens Of Companies That Defied COVID Mandates Are Fighting Nearly $1 million In Fines

Over the past two years, Oregon workplace safety officials were deluged with complaints, and they cited an unprecedented number of violators.

Apr 19, 2022

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Masks No Longer Required At PDX Following Florida Court Ruling

Portlnd International Airport has decided not to enforce a federal mask mandate in the wake of a federal court ruling in Florida, though the Centers for Disease Control still recommends them during transit.

Apr 19, 2022