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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Ashland Calendar, Friday, July 10 ... More thunderstorms expected ... Stay out of the creek, officials warn ... Ashland Calendar, Friday, July 10 ... More thunderstorms expected ... Stay out of the creek, officials warn ... 10 things to know for Tuesday Comment DailyTidings.com Writer Posted Feb. 24, 2015 at 6:38 AM Updated Feb 25, 2015 at 6:32 AM Posted Feb. 24, 2015 at 6:38 AM Updated Feb 25, 2015 at 6:32 AM » Social News Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about Tuesday: Click here for more national and international news. 1. STATES USE SECRET SURVEYS TO REDUCE PRISON POPULATIONS An AP investigation finds that psychological assessments are being used to determine whether inmates are likely to commit future crimes to judge who might be safe to release--despite high-profile failures and uneven application. 2. UKRAINE DISPUTES REBEL CLAIM ON PULLBACK Pro-Russian separatists said they had begun withdrawing heavy weapons in line with an international peace plan, but a Ukrainian military spokesman said no moves were underway. 3. ACTIVISTS: ISLAMIC STATE KIDNAPS AT LEAST 70 ASSYRIANS Two monitoring groups say the militant organization overran a string of villages in northeastern Syria and captured dozens from the Christian minority population. 4. EUROPEANS CONSIDER DEAL TO KEEP GREECE AFLOAT Athens' creditors in the 19-country eurozone appeared to be heading toward a positive assessment of a list of reforms in order to extend the financial bailout for four months. 5. WHAT A HOMELAND SECURITY SHUTDOWN COULD MEAN Most of the department's staff would continue working without being paid because they are deemed essential for the protection of the nation. 6. WHERE RECREATIONAL POT IS NOW LEGAL Alaska becomes the third state to legalize planting and possession of marijuana as supporters urge low-key celebrations. 7. FIFA PANEL RECOMMENDS SHIFTING 2022 WORLD CUP DATES To avoid Qatar's brutal summer heat, the tournament may be held in November-December under a tighter schedule, posing challenges to soccer leagues in Europe. 8. RISING GOP STAR SCRUTINIZED FOR QUESTIONABLE SPENDING Illinois Rep. Aaron Schock doled out thousands of dollars in taxpayer and campaign funds for such things as flights on private aircraft, the AP determines. 9. NORWAY FACES RUDE AWAKENING AS OIL PRICE FALLS Norwegians, who have long benefited from their country's high oil revenues, may have to adjust to a new lifestyle reality. 10. A-ROD SHOWS UP EARLY FOR WORK Coming off a season-long drug suspension, the Yankee slugger arrives at spring training three days ahead of time, acknowledging that he's "dug a big hole for myself." DailyTidings.com Writer Posted Feb. 24, 2015 at 6:38 AM Updated Feb 25, 2015 at 6:32 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with DailyTidings.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Alerts Email alerts RSS feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2015 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. DailyTidings.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501