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Running back Jordan James lets his play do the talking for Oregon Ducks
EUGENE — The late summer wind in the Willamette Valley came through with force. Quiet yet powerful. One could barely hear Jordan James’ voice beneath it. He shrugged when asked about when he knew he was a better football player than other kids growing up outside of Nashville. “Probably my first offer.”
Police still looking for dog seen being abused on Portland security-camera footage; PETA offers $5K reward
A prominent animal-rights advocacy group is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the “safe recovery” of a missing dog that appears to have been abused earlier this month in a Northeast Portland apartment building. Police arrested Isaac Booker Justham, 25, on Aug....
Free at-home COVID tests return starting next month
On the heels of a summer wave of COVID-19 cases, Americans will be able to get free virus test kits mailed to their homes, starting in late September. U.S. households will be able to order up to four COVID-19 nasal swab tests when the federal program reopens, according to the website, COVIDtests.gov. The U.S. Health and Human Services agency that oversees the testing has not announced an exact date for ordering to begin.
Nike and Lego announce multiyear partnership, plans for co-branded products
Nike’s orange shoeboxes could soon exist in Lego form. The Oregon sportswear company and Lego this week announced a multiyear partnership that will include co-branded products. A video released as part of the announcement shows Lego bricks shaped like orange Nike shoeboxes, a figurine with a swoosh for a...
Robert F Kennedy Jr. suspends presidential bid, tries to help Trump in battleground states
Robert F. Kennedy said Friday he is suspending his independent presidential bid and is backing Donald Trump. Kennedy said his internal polls had showed that his presence in the race would hurt Trump and help Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. He cited free speech, the war in Ukraine and “a war on our children” as among the reasons to try to remove his name from the ballot in battleground states.
What time, TV channel is Twins vs Cardinals game on today? Free live stream, odds, MLB on Apple TV streaming guide, schedule (8/23/2024)
An interesting regular season MLB showdown takes place today when the Minnesota Twins face the St. Louis Cardinals taking place in the midwest. This game gets underway on Friday, August 23 at 5:10 p.m. PT/8:10 p.m. ET (7:10 p.m. CT) with with a FREE live broadcast on Apple TV Plus (free trial).
Watch the Little League Baseball Home Run Derby streaming free tonight (8/23/2024)
There will be a break in the game action today to make way for the Home Run Derby event at the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series. We’re going to find out which one of these little guys has the best swing starting at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET on Friday, August 23 with a live broadcast live on ESPN2, and are also streaming on ESPN Plus.
FCC moves to distribute WiFi hotspots through schools, libraries after internet subsidy expires
The Biden administration is moving to blunt the loss of an expired broadband subsidy program that helped more than 23 million families afford internet access by using money from an existing program that helps libraries and schools provide WiFi hotspots to students and patrons. Jessica Rosenworcel, chairwoman of the Federal...
Oregon State Beavers lineman lands on watch lists for prestigious college football awards
Van Wells is popular this preseason. The Oregon State Beavers center, who transferred from the Colorado Buffaloes in the offseason, has earned a spot on the watch list for a pair of preseason college football awards. The 6-foot-2, 315-pound junior from Houston has been named to the watch list for...
Why the Paris Olympics will have a lasting impact on women
Editor’s note: This story first appeared on palabra, the digital news site by the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. With the lowering of the Olympic rings at the Stade de France, the passing of the Olympic flag to the City of Angels and a viral stunt from Tom Cruise, the Paris 2024 Olympics have officially come to an end. But the success women athletes had at the games this summer will inspire generations to come.
Why this savvy traveler is a little nervous about going abroad this fall
Like many Americans, I’m traveling this fall. And like many Americans, I’m wondering: Is it safe to travel this fall?. It all depends, experts say. “This fall, there are a few things travelers should be concerned about from a safety standpoint,” notes John Gobbels, chief operating officer of Medjet.
Portland middle school math teacher arrested for allegedly luring a minor, police say
Portland police and federal Homeland Security agents descended on the home of a Portland Public Schools teacher on Friday morning. They arrested him after agents with a search warrant and a Milwaukie police dog searched his home. The suspected crime: luring a minor. The arrest of Craig Douglas-Meyers, who also...
Boeing whistleblower claims electrical wiring defects affect 737 Max planes flying today
A prominent Boeing whistleblower released new documents Thursday that point to confusion and chaos in the company’s Renton, Washington, factory as it built two 737 Max planes that later crashed, killing 346 people on board in 2018 and 2019. Production issues back then still affect Max planes flying today,...
Oregon Ducks countdown to kickoff: At No. 8 (part 2), the greatest player in program history
The Oregon Ducks start the 2024 season Aug. 31 at home against Idaho. The Oregonian/OregonLive will count down the days with mini-profiles of prominent former and current Ducks whose jersey numbers correspond with the days remaining until the opening kickoff. Today, No. 8 (part 2): Quarterback Marcus Mariota. Also see...
Asking Eric: My dad gave my friend a lot of money to pay her back rent. Now she's ghosting us
Dear Eric: I am a 33-year-old male on the autism spectrum. I have a friend, “Katie,” who has been a big part of my life for the last few years. I have been a mentor and friend for her three little boys, and she, in return, has been a good friend to me.
Oregon State AD Scott Barnes raves about his first-year football coach Trent Bray: ‘His family are those kids.'
CORVALLIS – There’s a lot on the line with Oregon State football this season. The Beavers are determined to stay relevant on the college football landscape as they attempt to solidify their conference future. Winning football in 2024 keeps a Power 4 future flame flickering. If you purchase...
What time, TV channel is Jaguars vs Falcons game on tonight? NFL preseason odds, streaming guide
The Atlanta Falcons face Jacksonville Jaguars today as both teams try to wrap up 2024 NFL preseason football while getting a look at some roster depth. This game kicks off at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET on Friday, August 23 with a live broadcast on NFL Network, and streaming live on demand.
What time, TV channel is Reds vs Pirates game on today? Free live stream, odds, MLB on Apple TV streaming guide, schedule (8/23/2024)
Exciting young teams take the field today when the Cincinnati Reds face the Pittsburgh Pirates in what should be an incredibly fun Major League Baseball showdown. This game gets underway on Friday, August 23 at 3:40 p.m. PT/6:40 p.m. ET (5:40 p.m. CT) with with a FREE live broadcast on Apple TV Plus (free trial).
Hawaii braces for winds, heavy rain as Tropical Storm Hone passes south of islands
HONOLULU — A tropical storm is expected to deliver strong winds and heavy rain to Hawaii this weekend, particularly to the Big Island and Maui, as it passes south of the island chain. The National Weather Service on Thursday evening issued a tropical storm watch for Hawaii County, which...
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