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U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici stopped by Astoria on Monday to present a check that will assist in funding a city project to prevent landslides.

"This was a project that was worthy of advocacy because it really is about saving lives," the Oregon Democrat said. "The hospital and the homes that are in this area could be severely damaged if (or) when a landslide happens and to be able to partner with the community here and get the funding to help prevent a landslide will be good for the hospital, good for the community and likely save lives."

While the revamped public service loan forgiveness program and the new general debt cancellation have given many college grads hope, Rep. Bonamici said lawmakers are working to prevent future borrowers from incurring massive debt for a degree.

"We're working on college affordability. A lot of what we're talking about today is a short-term solution, but we need long-term solutions as well, and we're working on that in the Education and Labor Committee," Bonamici said.

Advocates for Multnomah County's Preschool for All are working to bring the pilot program to the national stage. The program offers free preschool to children across the county, aiming to fill the gaps in the childcare system. At a panel held at Portland State University last Friday, local and state leaders met to discuss how to move it forward.