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Police Say Fires Set at Ballot Boxes in Oregon and Washington Are Connected; ‘Suspect Vehicle’ ID'd
Surveillance images captured a Volvo stopping at a drop box in Portland, just before security personnel nearby discovered a fire inside the box. That fire damaged three ballots inside, while officials say a fire at a drop box in nearby Vancouver, Washington, early Monday destroyed hundreds of ballots.
Two Major Affordable Housing Developments Reach Milestones in Portland
Both will provide culturally specific supportive services to residents.
Washington State AG and Ex-Sheriff Face off in Governor's Race
Former U.S. Rep. Dave Reichert is trying to become Washington’s first GOP governor in 40 years. But he faces a difficult hurdle in the Democratic stronghold against longtime Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, a darling of liberals for his many lawsuits against the Trump administration.
19 Mayoral Candidates Compete to Lead Portland, Oregon, in a Race With Homelessness at Its Heart
Whoever wins will oversee a completely new system of government.
Historic Seattle Black Church Hosts "Bring Your Ballot to Church" Event to Mobilize Voters
As Seattle's oldest African American-founded church, FAME carries forward the legacy of Black churches as centers of civic engagement...
Statement Regarding Ballot Box Incident in Vancouver, WA
While an investigation is ongoing, we believe some ballots were damaged. We are confident the Clark County Auditor’s Office will...
Oregon Delegation Seeks Federal Help for State’s Record Fire Season
Citing severe damages to Central and Eastern Oregon, state lawmakers’ letter asks President Biden: “to swiftly provide the federal...
Explore WA State’s Post Offices’ New Interactive Library Project
The web-based project maps and catalogues the post offices of the state and is available for the public to view, enjoy, and comment on...
Volunteers Needed For Portland Parks & Recreation’s 21st Annual No Ivy Day
Have fun and help protect Portland’s treasured parks and natural areas ...
About 475 damaged ballots retrieved from burned drop box in Washington state, auditor says
VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — About 475 damaged ballots were retrieved from a ballot box that was burned early Monday in southwest Washington, a county official said Tuesday. Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey said workers on Wednesday will begin searching through the damaged ballots for...
Ballot drop box fires highlight concerns that election conspiracy theories are making them a target
ATLANTA (AP) — Two ballot drop boxes in the Pacific Northwest were damaged in a suspected arson attack just over a week before Election Day, destroying hundreds of ballots at one location in Vancouver, Washington. At the other, in neighboring Portland, Oregon, it appears a fire...
Many top players from one-bid leagues left for bigger schools. Here are some of the best who stayed
Identifying the top returning players in the era of the transfer portal is trickier than ever. Now that players can transfer without having to sit out a season, mid-major and low-major programs have essentially become farm systems for power-conference teams. Players who earn...
Miller rushes for 2 TDs, No. 15 Alabama picks off 3 passes in 34-0 win over No. 21 Missouri
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Jamarion Miller rushed for two touchdowns and No. 15 Alabama's defense had three interceptions in a 34-0 victory Saturday over No. 21 Missouri, which played most of the game without starting quarterback Brady Cook. The Crimson Tide (6-2, 3-2 Southeastern...
The Skanner News 2024 Presidential Endorsement
It will come as no surprise that we strongly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president. ...
The Skanner Endorsements: Oregon State and Local Ballot Measures
Ballots are now being mailed out for this very important election. Election Day is November 5. Ballots must be received or mailed with a valid postmark by 8 p.m. Election Day. View The Skanner's ballot measure endorsements. ...
Measure 117 is a Simple Improvement to Our Elections
Political forces around the country have launched an all-out assault on voting rights that targets Black communities. State legislatures are restricting voting access in districts with large Black populations and are imposing other barriers and pernicious...
My Head Start classroom was a warm environment that affirmed me as a learner. That affirmation has influenced my journey from Head Start to public media president. ...
Trump says his New York rally marked by crude and racist insults was 'an absolute lovefest'
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Urged by some allies to apologize for racist comments made by speakers at his weekend rally, Donald Trump took the opposite approach on Tuesday, saying it was an “honor to be involved” in such an event and calling the scene a “lovefest” — the same term he has used...
US forest managers finalize land exchange with Native American tribe in Arizona
CAMP VERDE, Ariz. (AP) — U.S. forest managers have finalized a land exchange with the Yavapai-Apache Nation that has been decades in the making and will significantly expand the size of the tribe's reservation in Arizona's Verde Valley, tribal leaders announced Tuesday. As part of...
‘I’m walking here!’: Jaywalking legalized in New York City
NEW YORK (AP) — Jaywalking -- that time-honored practice of crossing the street outside of the crosswalk or against the traffic light -- is now legal in New York City. Legislation passed by the City Council last month officially became law over the weekend after Mayor Eric Adams...
A$AP Rocky to go to trial next year on charges he fired a gun at a former friend
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A$AP Rocky is set to go to trial in Los Angeles early next year on charges that he fired a gun at a former friend and collaborator on the streets near a Hollywood hotel in 2021. The trial of the 36-year-old rapper, fashion mogul, Grammy nominee and celebrity...
Tears for Fears are in full bloom with a concert film, a live album, new songs and Vegas dates
NEW YORK (AP) — When Tears for Fears hit the stage at Firstbank Amphitheater in Franklin, Tennessee, on July 11, 2023, there were no tears but some fears. “We walked on stage and I felt like a deer caught in the headlines,” says singer and guitarist Roland Orzabal, half of the...
Samuel L. Jackson lauded at MoMA film benefit by close family and friends
NEW YORK (AP) — The Museum of Modern Art was filled with expletives and laughter Wednesday evening as Samuel L. Jackson’s family and friends celebrated the actor and director’s storied career of box office hits, larger-than-life characters and explosive one-liners at the annual film benefit. ...
Harris Rallies Philadelphia Voters at Church, Barbershop, Bookstore, Restaurant and Basketball Court
Jobs report on eve of election will be among the most distorted in years
WASHINGTON (AP) — Four days before Election Day, the government will issue its final snapshot of hiring and...
AP-NORC poll finds Democrats and Republicans split on Israel's responsibility for war's escalation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Many American voters are concerned that the ongoing Middle East conflict will escalate into an...
How Mexican cartels manage the flow of migrants on their way to the US border
CIUDAD HIDALGO, Mexico (AP) — The first place where many migrants sleep after entering Mexico from Guatemala is...
Israel must step in if it bans the UN agency that is a lifeline for Gaza, UN says
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations stressed Tuesday that if Israel puts in place new laws cutting ties...
AP PHOTOS: River and air pollution in India's capital pose a severe health threat to residents
NEW DELHI (AP) — One of India’s most sacred rivers, the Yamuna in New Delhi, is covered with white toxic foam,...
Malaysian court orders Najib to enter defense in his 2nd graft trial linked to 1MDB scandal
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysia's High Court on Wednesday ordered imprisoned former Prime Minister Najib...
