Tim Gordon speaks with state Sen. Kate Lieber, a supporter of the proposed public funding for Moda Center renovations, and Edan Krolewicz, a critic of the plan.

Washington's 3rd District's "purple" reputation makes it one of the most closely watched House races as parties fight for control of Congress.

In a little over two weeks, voters in Southwest Washington will select the top two candidates they want to represent them in the U.S. House, with the winner to be decided in a General Election runoff in November. The race for the state's 3rd Congressional District is drawing national attention, and is shaping up to be one of the most competitive House races this year.

The district covers much of Southwest Washington, stretching across six counties from the coast to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It's been represented for the past four years by Democrat Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who is facing both a Republican candidate, State Sen. John Braun, and a challenger from within her own party in the primary: Brent Hennrich.

Gluesenkamp Perez and Hennrich were guests on this week's episode of Straight Talk to discuss the race and how they're making their cases to voters.

Data centers now use 11% of Oregon's power. The Oregonian's Mike Rogoway breaks down the tax breaks, water use, and backlash driving the debate.

Oregon's Prosperity Council co-chairs break down their 10 recommendations to boost jobs, cut red tape, and fix the state's tax code.

Oregon's fire marshal breaks down the drought, heat and human-caused risks fueling what could be a dangerous wildfire season.

Sen. Jeff Merkley criticizes the Iran war, saying it's strengthened hardliners, hurt reformers, and bypassed Congress's constitutional war powers.

Providence Health Plan exits Oregon's insurance market in 2027. What it means for your coverage, your doctors and what to do before open enrollment.

Focusing on the deadly industrial disaster that struck Longview this week, an expert in community grief shares how communities mourn and support each other.

Oregon voters crushed a highway gas tax by a historic 83%. Rebecca Tweed and Julia Shumway explain what it means for November.