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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...
Dear Abby: Car wash owner implied he didn't need my business after I reported a theft
DEAR ABBY: I have my car detailed at a car wash near the beach. When I took my car there, I forgot to remove the spare change I keep for parking meters and laundry machines. When I got my car back, about eight dollars in quarters and dollar coins were missing. Dimes, nickels and pennies were left behind. I emailed the owner the next day.
Soccer Made in Portland podcast: Not goodbye, just see you later
Soccer Made in Portland is coming to an end. At least for now. On this final episode (unless they decide to randomly record again), Chris and Ryan reflect on the last couple years and the importance of soccer journalism. Before that, though, the business of the day: USWNT wins Olympic gold, the Thorns make some moves, and the Timbers prepare for the stretch run.
Portland teamaker expands in beleaguered Central Eastside
Portland-based Steven Smith Teamaker is expanding in Portland’s Central Eastside. Steven Smith Teamaker, whose headquarters are at 110 S.E. Washington St., leased another 9,300 square feet four blocks away at 115 S.E. Yamhill St., according to property owner Melvin Mark Investors. If you purchase a product or register for...
Volcano erupts again in Iceland
GRINDAVIK, Iceland — Lava continued to spew from a volcano in southwestern Iceland on Friday — the sixth time since December the volcano has erupted on the Reykjanes Peninsula. The eruption from a new fissure began shortly after 9 p.m. Thursday following a series of strong earthquakes and...
See all homes sold in North Portland, Aug. 12 to Aug. 18
The following is a listing of all home transfers in North Portland reported from Aug. 12 to Aug. 18. There were 11 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,419-square-foot home on North Polk Avenue in Portland that sold for $460,000.
5 things to know if you are taking kids to Cirque Du Soleil’s ‘Kooza’ in Portland
Are you tempted to bring a smaller, younger person to Cirque Du Soleil’s “Kooza” in Portland?. Taking a child to the circus-themed circus is a feat of strength and flexibility on its own, so here’s what you need to know before you go. If you can,...
A 4.5-year-old reviews Cirque Du Soleil’s ‘Kooza’ in Portland
In one of my earliest memories, I’m at the circus. Inside, the tent is massive and I am very small, an ant in a psychedelic bounce house. Inexplicably, there is also a real bounce house, which I enter and immediately regret. I mainly remember colors: red, yellow. And clowns....
Here’s what home shoppers should know about the new buyer’s contracts
When you buy a house after Aug. 17, you’ll do things differently than before. Rules changed on that date, due to the settlement of an antitrust lawsuit. Unlike before, you will decide how much your real estate agent will be paid for representing you when you buy a home. And your agent won’t be paid by the seller’s agent. Instead, you’ll probably ask the home’s seller to pay your agent — a request that will be subject to negotiation.
When is the Stanley x Barbie tumbler collaboration drop release date? How to get yours
Stanley is about to release the most in-demand Quencher Tumbler collection of all time. If you’re a fan of Barbie, this one’s for you. The limited-edition Stanley x Barbie tumbler release drop is right around the corner. Stanley decided to join with Barbie to celebrate the 65th anniversary...
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