Ocean & Climate Science: The Ocean Observatories Initiative is starting to wind down, with a key buoy off the Oregon coast set for removal June 16 as the NSF “descopes” the network—scientists warn this will create long-term data gaps. Federal Policy & Retirement Savings: Oregon AG Dana Nessel joined a 24-state coalition opposing a Trump Labor Department proposal that would steer retirement plans toward riskier assets like crypto and private credit. Construction Costs in Oregon: Diesel prices have surged again, with Oregon retail averaging $6.04 a gallon, pushing contractors to raise bids and owners to feel the squeeze on projects like I-5 improvements. Local Governance & Housing: RootedHomes is celebrating 23 net-zero, permanently affordable homes in Redmond under a community land trust model, aimed at keeping local workers housed. Industrial Safety: Washington regulators opened a six-month investigation into the Nippon Dynawave chemical tank implosion that killed 11 workers. Energy Infrastructure: Avangrid has finished a new Oregon solar project and connected it to the grid. Portland Development: Colas Development Group is in exclusive talks for a $70M 150-room hotel and conference center near PSU’s future Performing Arts + Culture Center.