The Debrief

The Debrief

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The Debrief episodes

  • Oregon bill: Affordable housing for seniors, disabled

    The JPR news team gathers for a roundtable discussion of the top news stories they've been working on this week. Top stories include:

    One list to rule them all — Oregon unifies its recycling rules

    Klamath County considers building a permanent emergency operations center

    Rep. Marsh co-sponsored bill targets affordable housing for seniors, disabled

    16 min
  • Lions, guns and meth; SOU layoffs expected; GP homelessness

    The JPR news team gathers for a roundtable discussion of the top news stories they've been working on this week. Top stories include:

    SOU board adopts budget with $5 million deficit, layoffs likely

    Lions, guns and meth: Inside the takedown of an Oregon roadside zoo

    One year after Supreme Court victory, Grants Pass is still struggling with homelessness

    16 min
  • Surveillance tactics raise alarm; 'No Kings' protest attracts thousands

    The JPR news team gathers for a roundtable discussion of the top news stories they've been working on this week. Top stories include:

    Privacy advocates raise alarm over Southern Oregon surveillance tactics

    Thousands assert 'No Kings' at Medford protest

    Wool spinning returns to Humboldt County with new wool mill
    In Fernbridge on California’s northern coast, a new wool mill is spinning to life. Cate Edwards and her husband Shaun left Kentucky and headed west to chase a dream — bringing wool spinning back to Humboldt County. Once a booming industry, wool production faded with the rise of synthetic fabrics and overseas mills.

    16 min
  • Indian tribe sues California; Feds to sell Medford courthouse; Crowded race for Fire District 5 board

    The JPR news team gathers for a roundtable discussion of the top news stories they've been working on this week. Top stories include:

    Round Valley Indian Tribe sues California and county law enforcement after cannabis raids

    Feds will sell Southern Oregon’s only federal courthouse. But new building planned

    After a tumultuous year, JCFD5 board candidates push for stability, transparency

    A new initiative could reshape homeless services in Grants Pass

    16 min
  • Medford doc's viral podcast reveals research into telepathic autistic kids

    The JPR news team gathers for a roundtable discussion of the top news stories they've been working on this week. Top stories include:

    A viral podcast showcases a Medford doctor’s research into whether some children with autism can communicate telepathically. But the fiercest debate isn’t about mind reading — it’s about a method used to help some people spell out words, and whether they are truly speaking for themselves.

    A growing number of older adults are ending up homeless for the first time — often after a lifetime of work. With few options, little support and growing health risks, being older and homeless comes with unique difficulties.

    Klamath Falls airport wants to land an airline. A new state bill could help.

    16 min
  • Klamath basin water; Curry County sheriff clashes with county leaders; Oregon seeks to limit rent increases

    The JPR news team gathers for a roundtable discussion of the top news stories they've been working on this week. Top stories include:

    After years of drought, Klamath Basin farmers get long-awaited water relief

    As Curry County sheriff clashes with county officials, voters to decide law enforcement levy

    Oregon lawmakers seek to limit rent increases in manufactured home parks

    16 min

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The JPR Newsroom leads conversations with JPR reporters and regional journalists about the issues and events that impact Southern Oregon and Northern California communities. Listen for a deeper look…