Emily Carrington
Freelance Journalist · Portland, OR
PureSource News LLC
Emily Carrington is a Portland based freelance journalist covering government, business, environmental policy, and developments throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her assignments often require following issues across multiple agencies and jurisdictions and examining the records behind public announcements. Carrington is interested in the intersection of public policy and everyday community impacts. Her reporting emphasizes careful verification, precise attribution, and concise explanations of complicated subjects for a broad readership.
Articles by Emily Carrington
185 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
Bonta, 19 AGs Back Assault Weapon Ban
Rob Bonta and 19 attorneys general filed a brief supporting assault weapon bans. The filing cites data showing three-quarters of large mass shootings involved these weapons.
CDC Reports One Confirmed Human H5N1 Infection
The CDC reported one confirmed human infection with avian influenza A(H5N1) virus during Week 41. The Washington State Department of Health identified the case in a dairy farm worker aged 18 or older.
NRC Issues Rule to Streamline Reactor Licensing Reviews
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued a final rule on Thursday allowing reactor applicants to leverage prior Department of Energy or Department of War authorizations.
NASS and NASED Issue Statement on Suspicious Letters
An Oklahoma election office evacuated October 13 after receiving an envelope with suspicious white powder. Similar packages reached Louisiana and were intercepted en route to Ohio.
JPMorgan Chase Reports $15.3 Billion Third-Quarter Net Income
JPMorgan Chase reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $15.3 billion and revenue of $50.2 billion on Tuesday.
Texas Tribune Identifies Competitive Districts For 2026
The Texas Tribune published an analysis identifying competitive U.S. House and state legislative districts for 2026. The evaluation covers 38 U.S. House seats, all 150 Texas House seats, and 16 of 31 Senate seats.
DHS Proposes $70,000 Fee for Student Work Program
The Department of Homeland Security proposed a $70,000 fee for each initial international student work application. Critics argue the cost will harm innovation while the agency cites fraud concerns.
Nevada Senator Says ICE Ignored Letter on Shock Gloves
U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto says ICE has not answered an August letter about shock gloves. The agency signed a $16.7 million contract for 6,000 pairs despite study findings on pain.
UK Sugar Rationing Linked to Lower Diabetes Risk
A study finds early exposure to UK sugar rationing lowers type 2 diabetes risk by 35%. Researchers attribute this protection to physiological changes from limited sugar intake in the first 1,000 days.
World Bank Lifts East Asia Growth Forecast on AI Exports
The World Bank raised its 2026 growth forecast for East Asia and Pacific to 4.5% due to AI export demand. AI goods drove over 70% of export growth in Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Australian Army Corporal Dies in Vehicle Rollover
Corporal Brendan Hannam died and five soldiers were injured in a vehicle rollover on October 5 at the Mount Bundey Training Area in Australia's Northern Territory. Police and the Department of Defence are investigating the incident.
Mexico Arrests Perez, Rescues Daughter Diana
Mexican authorities arrested Sergio Galvez Perez and rescued his daughter Diana on October 5. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office confirmed the pair faced charges for lewd acts and child endangerment.
TSA Removes Chairs for Officers at Checkpoints Nationwide
The Transportation Security Administration removed chairs from document checker podiums nationwide to keep officers alert. The union representing 40,000 officers calls the move a safety violation and reviews legal options.
Ye St Petersburg Concerts Canceled After Objections
Say Agency canceled two Ye concerts in St Petersburg scheduled for October 10 and 11. Officials opposed the shows due to Ye's past glorification of Adolf Hitler.
Former Officer Dukuly Sentenced for Immigration Bribery
Amara Dukuly received a 12-month prison sentence for taking bribes to alter immigration files. The former officer must also pay $6,000 in fines and restitution.
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Iran Auto, Rail Sectors
The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Iran's automotive and rail sectors on October 1, 2026. The action targets firms producing 1.5 million vehicles annually.
Bonta Leads 25-Entity Suit to Restore EPA Carbon Rules
California Attorney General Rob Bonta co-led a coalition of 25 entities filing suit October 1 to restore EPA carbon rules. The group seeks to vacate the agency's rescission of 2024 standards for coal, oil, and gas power plants.
Three States Sue California, Massachusetts, New York For Shield Laws
Alabama, Arkansas, and Louisiana filed a Supreme Court complaint challenging abortion shield laws in California, Massachusetts, and New York.
U.S. Senate Passes Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act Unanimously
The U.S. Senate passed the Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act by unanimous consent on September 29, 2026. The bill requires the EPA to revise regulations within 270 days to prevent states from facing penalties for prescribed burns.
Newsom Declares Emergency for El Niño Storms in California
Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency on September 21, 2026, to prepare for El Niño storms. Officials pre-positioned 500,000 sandbags as sea levels may rise 1.2 feet.
Judge Ends Oakland Police Federal Oversight After 23 Years
U.S. District Judge William Orrick terminated federal court oversight of the Oakland Police Department on Tuesday. The decision follows the department's first full compliance with 51 reform tasks in 23 years.
Magnitude-3.6 Earthquake Strikes West of Hermosa Beach
A magnitude-3.6 earthquake struck 6 kilometers west of Hermosa Beach at 8:40 a.m. Sunday. The U.S. Geological Survey recorded hundreds of resident reports but noted no damage or injuries.
San Antonio Fall Temps Rise 3.8 Degrees Since 1970
Climate Central reports San Antonio fall temperatures rose 3.8 degrees since 1970, adding 21 days of above-average heat. This warming extends mosquito activity and allergy seasons while increasing utility bills for residents. A storm system is forecast to approach Texas by midweek, pulling moisture into the region and increasing the chance of rain.
Smithsonian Secretary Bunch Resigns After Federal Pressure
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch announced his resignation on September 8, 2026, following months of federal scrutiny.