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With ranked-choice voting, voters will have the option to rank candidates in order of preference. It's a new system that largely came about as a more expansive way for voters to choose candidates and has largely been driven by dissatisfaction with the status quo both locally and nationally.

With a larger bridge footprint proposed, the Interstate Bridge replacement could need to fully or partially acquire 176 parcels, including homes and businesses.

Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Nicholas Kristof discusses the war in Gaza and possible implications on the U.S. presidential election.

Pulitzer Prize Journalist Nicholas Kristof talks about his new book that details life on a farm in Yamhill County to becoming a daring reporter at the New York Times covering war.

From peer support to partnerships with police, Portland is exploring several treatment options to solve its drug and addiction crisis.

Two political analysts from both the Republican and Democratic party join on this episode of Straight Talk to breakdown which races in Oregon’s primary election are worth keeping an eye on. And, Andrew Hoan, president and CEO, of the Portland Metro Chamber joins as a special guest to discuss how the results could affect the Portland metro area.