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Schools in Portland, Oregon, Reach Tentative Deal With Teachers Union After Nearly Month-Long Strike
The agreement must still be voted on by teachers who have been on the picket line since Nov. 1 over issues of pay, class sizes and planning time. It must also be approved by the school board.
Voter-Approved Oregon Gun Control Law Violates the State Constitution, Judge Rules
The law is one of the toughest in the nation. It requires people to undergo a criminal background check and complete a gun safety training course in order to obtain a permit to buy a firearm. It also bans high-capacity magazines.
Police Accountability Commission members feel their work is being negated.
Teachers in Portland, Oregon, March and Temporarily Block Bridge in Third Week of Strike
The Portland Association of Teachers union and their supporters stopped in the middle of the Burnside Bridge for about 15 minutes.
Talk A Mile Event Connects Young Black Leaders with Portland Police Bureau Trainees
Talk A Mile (https://www.talkamile.org/) operates on the idea...
Turkey Rules the Table. But an AP-NORC Poll Finds Disagreement Over Other Thanksgiving Classics
Thanksgiving may be a time for Americans to come together, but opinion is divided over what's on the crowded dinner table. We mostly...
Jamil Smith will drive The Emancipator’s editorial vision and serve as a key partner to Payne in growing the rising media...
Sanford Biggers and Yoonhee Choi’s projects will be on display with the opening of the new terminal in May 2024 ...
Portland Theatres Unite in ‘Go See A Play’ Revival Campaign
The effort aims to invigorate the city's performing arts scene. ...
US agency ends use of 'cyanide bomb' to kill coyotes and other predators, citing safety concerns
RENO, Nev. (AP) — The U.S. Bureau of Land Management has halted the use of spring-loaded traps that disperse cyanide powder to kill coyotes and other livestock predators, a practice wildlife advocates have tried to outlaw for decades due to safety concerns. The M-44 ejector-devices...
Loaded field of CFP contenders for last 4-team playoff fuels championship weekend drama
The four-team College Football Playoff is going out with the most crowded field of contenders and the most consequential championship weekend in the 10-year history of the system. Eight teams have at least a glimmer of hope to make the field. Yes, that means you, too, Ohio State. ...
Sean East II scores 21 points to lead Missouri over Pitt 71-64 in the ACC/SEC Challenge
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean East II scored 21 points to lead four in double-figure scoring as Missouri beat Pittsburgh 71-64 on Tuesday night in the ACC/SEC Challenge. Noah Carter added 13 points and eight rebounds for Missouri (6-2). Tamar Bates scored 12 points and Caleb Grill chipped...
Missouri Tigers to square off against the Pittsburgh Panthers on the road
Missouri Tigers (5-2) at Pittsburgh Panthers (5-1) Pittsburgh; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Panthers -6.5; over/under is 148 BOTTOM LINE: Division 1 Division foes Pittsburgh and Missouri will play. The Panthers have gone...
Why Are Bullies So Mean? A Youth Psychology Expert Explains What’s Behind Their Harmful Behavior
Bullied children and teens are at risk for anxiety, depression, dropping out of school, peer rejection, social isolation and self-harm. ...
Federal Agencies Issue $23 Million Fine Against TransUnion and Subsidiary
FTC and CFPB say actions harmed renters and violated fair credit laws ...
First One to Commit to Nonviolence Wins
Every time gains towards nonviolence looked promising, someone from the most aggrieved and trauma-warped groups made sure to be spoilers by committing some atrocity and resetting the hate and violence. ...
What is patently obvious to all Americans right now is the adolescent dysfunction of Congress. ...
Opening statements to begin in the final trial in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain
BRIGHTON, Colo. (AP) — Opening statements are scheduled Wednesday in the third and final trial over the 2019 death of Elijah McClain, who died after he was stopped by police in suburban Denver. Jurors will have to decide if two paramedics committed a crime when they gave the...
Georgia Republicans move to cut losses as they propose majority-Black districts in special session
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia lawmakers will open a special session Wednesday as majority Republicans move to minimize their losses while also trying to increase the number of Black-majority districts to comply with a federal court order. It's one in a series of redistricting sessions...
New Mexico creates new council to address cases of missing and slain Native Americans
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico is creating a new advisory council that will be charged with implementing a state plan for responding to cases of missing or slain Native Americans, with top state officials vowing Tuesday that the work will lead to more people being found and families gaining...
The Rolling Stones announce 2024 North American Tour in support of 'Hackney Diamonds' album
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Last month, The Rolling Stones released “Hackney Diamonds,” their first album of original material in 18 years. Tuesday, the legendary English band announced they're taking it on the road. Starting on April 28 in Houston and concluding in Santa...
Public Enemy, R.E.M., Blondie, Heart and Tracy Chapman get nods for Songwriters Hall of Fame
NEW YORK (AP) — Everything from rap to yacht rock, country and alt-rock are represented among the nominees for the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame, with nods for Public Enemy, Steely Dan, Bryan Adams, George Clinton, Tracy Chapman, R.E.M., Blondie, Heart and The Doobie Brothers. The...
Turkey rules the table. But an AP-NORC poll finds disagreement over other Thanksgiving classics
Thanksgiving may be a time for Americans to come together, but opinion is divided over what's on the crowded dinner table. We mostly agree on the deliciousness of pumpkin pie, say, but are split over the eternal turkey question of dark meat versus white meat. And don't even ask if...
Cities crack down on homeless encampments. Advocates say that’s not the answer
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Tossing tent poles, blankets and a duffel bag into a shopping cart and three wagons, Will...
Loaded field of CFP contenders for last 4-team playoff fuels championship weekend drama
The four-team College Football Playoff is going out with the most crowded field of contenders and the most...
Pope punishes leading critic Cardinal Burke in second action against conservative American prelates
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis has decided to punish one of his highest-ranking critics, Cardinal Raymond...
Latvia's chief diplomat pursues NATO's top job, saying a clear vision on Russia is needed
BRUSSELS (AP) — Latvia’s foreign minister on Tuesday staked his claim to the top job at NATO, saying that the...
Elevator plummets at a platinum mine in South Africa, killing 11 workers and injuring 75
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — An elevator suddenly dropped around 200 meters (656 feet) while carrying workers to the...
Australia apologizes for thalidomide tragedy as some survivors listen in the Parliament gallery
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Survivors of the harmful morning sickness drug thalidomide were in the public gallery...
