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After three hours of testimony, the council postpones a vote on a resolution to broaden the powers of the Independent Police Review Division.

The depot in Hermiston is in the midst of incinerating mustard gas, with about 220 of 2,600 one-ton mustard gas containers processed so far and the rest scheduled to be processed by October 2011.

Here's a roundup of the morning's news, from The Oregonian's business desk.

OSU hopes it's adding talent, size, athleticism, and excitement to next year's roster

Sen. Chris Dodd's bill shows that Democrats are ready to go it alone, punks in tow, on a new regulatory regime. This is a good thing.

Most of Oregon's 18 lowest performing schools, including one in Beaverton and one in Oregon City, indicate they will apply for up to $6 million apiece in federal turnaround funds, despite the big strings attached to the money. In most cases, principals will be removed from their jobs and teachers evaluated in a whole new way. North Clackamas says 'No thanks.'

Whatever else her life is about, Kane is best known for her music and especially her voice.

Before next week's Portland appearance, he talks about the new book's 10 essays exploring food system problems, including environmental and animal welfare concerns. Plus, the award-winning musician reveals what's next for him in the recording studio.

While you can sow them directly into the ground, you might have better luck giving them a head-start inside and then transplanting.