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Kraken Unleashed! Blockbusters Hit Screens June 12th
Kraken Unleashed! Blockbusters Hit Screens June 12th
Tragic Crash Claims Life on Mid North Coast
Tragic Crash Claims Life on Mid North Coast
Woman Dies at Santa Cruz Amid Fearsome Ocean Swell
Woman Dies at Santa Cruz Amid Fearsome Ocean Swell
Kraken Unleashed: June 12th Sees Blockbuster Releases
Kraken Unleashed: June 12th Sees Blockbuster Releases
LA County Wildfire Erupts: Evacuations Underway
LA County Wildfire Erupts: Evacuations Underway
Siri’s AI Overhaul: Apple’s ChatGPT Challenger
Siri’s AI Overhaul: Apple’s ChatGPT Challenger
NASA, USGS Scientists Unearth Geologic Treasures
NASA, USGS Scientists Unearth Geologic Treasures
New Music Friday: Billie Eilish Dominates June 12th Releases
New Music Friday: Billie Eilish Dominates June 12th Releases
Belgium’s Red Devils Land in Seattle for World Cup Prep
Belgium’s Red Devils Land in Seattle for World Cup Prep
Rancher’s Smokehouse Expands to West Coast Grocers
Rancher’s Smokehouse Expands to West Coast Grocers
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Donovan Blake is a Portland native who has been covering Pacific Northwest stories for most of his career. His work ranges from environmental policy and land-use disputes to the kind of community features that remind readers why they chose the region in the first place. Before joining West Coast Observer he reported for regional weeklies across Oregon and Washington, building a reputation for patient, on-the-ground journalism. When he's off the clock Donovan can usually be found somewhere in the Cascades with a decent pair of hiking boots and a questionable sense of direction.
Soundwaves

Coachella 2026: Your Ultimate Guide to the YouTube Livestream

Donovan Blake 2 months ago

Coachella 2026 has officially descended upon the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, transforming the desert into a global broadcast hub. For fans unable to make...

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The Current

California Budget Cuts Stall Vital Salmon Restoration Projects

Donovan Blake 2 months ago

California’s ongoing budgetary crisis has forced the state to pull back funding for endangered salmon restoration, a move that environmentalists warn could have devastating, long-term consequences...

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Editorial

CrossCountry Consulting Acquires CNM to Boost West Coast Presence

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

CrossCountry Consulting has officially acquired CNM LLP, a strategic move designed to significantly bolster the firm's advisory service capabilities across the West Coast.

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The Current

Good Samaritan Hit by Car While Directing Traffic After Crash

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

A man in his mid-40s was injured on San Antonio's West Side after being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic around an initial collision. The...

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Editorial

CBS Radio News Shutters: A Century of Broadcast Journalism Ends

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

CBS News Radio, a cornerstone of broadcast journalism for nearly 100 years, is ceasing operations. The shutdown, slated for May 22, marks the end of an...

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Innovation & Economy

San Jose Shatters Innovation Records: 2026 Silicon Valley Index Reveals Booming Economy

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

The 2026 Silicon Valley Index underscores San Jose’s position as a global leader in innovation and economic growth. The region’s sustained expansion is a testament to...

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Westward

Spring Travel 2026: Intentionality & Immersion Rule

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

The travel landscape for Spring 2026 is characterized by a profound shift towards intentionality, moving away from mass tourism towards experiences that offer personal enrichment and...

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The Current

West Coast News Alert: Heat and Wind Advisories Grip Santa Monica Mountains March 8th

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

The National Weather Service issued alerts. This is important current news. A heat advisory is now active. It affects the Santa Monica Mountains. This advisory is...

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Editorial

Gaza Students’ Dreams of Western Education Stalled by War and Visa Walls

Donovan Blake 3 months ago

War devastates Gaza. Its universities lie in ruins. Many students dream of foreign study. They hope for a future in Western countries. Yet, conflict and immigration...

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The Current

IMF Chief: AI Set to Boost Global Growth by 0.8%; India’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ Goal Achievable Amidst Job Concerns

Donovan Blake 4 months ago

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva shared significant insights. She spoke at the India AI Impact Summit. The event took place in New Delhi....

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