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African American Alliance On Homeownership Turns 25, Honors The Skanner Cofounder Bernie Foster
AAAH's executive director Cheryl Roberts recalls how the efforts of Bernie Foster led to an organization that now offers one-on-one counseling for prospective home buyers, homebuyer education, foreclosure prevention services, estate planning, assistance with down payments and more.
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.
Merkley Statement on the Passing of Bob Sallinger
“Bob was a trusted voice, advising me on ways to safeguard the state’s natural wonders and wildlife and fighting against climate...
Troutdale Library Now Renovation Complete
Library provides refreshed experience for patrons with new, comfortable seating and carpeting ...
AG Rosenblum Releases Election Guidance to Law Enforcement and Message to Registered Oregon Voters
Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum: Haven’t received your ballot? Contact your county elections office! ...
Oregon Begins Rollout of New Housing Benefits for Eligible OHP Members With Health Conditions
The housing benefits include rent assistance for up to six months, utility set-up and payments for up to six months, home...
Oregon Department of Education Releases Cell Phone Policy Guidance
ODE recommends creating policies to limit or reduce cell phone use during the school day. ...
Democrat Suzanne Bonamici wins reelection to U.S. House in Oregon's 1st Congressional District
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrat Suzanne Bonamici wins reelection to U.S. House in Oregon's 1st Congressional District....
AP Race Call: Kamala Harris wins Oregon
Kamala Harris won Oregon on Tuesday, adding eight electoral votes to her tally. Oregon has one more electoral vote this cycle than it did in the previous presidential election after gaining a congressional seat following the 2020 census. The Democratic nominee for president has won Oregon since...
Haggerty scores 22 of 25 after break to rally Memphis past Missouri 83-75 in opener
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — PJ Haggerty scored 22 of his 25 points in the second half when Memphis took over en route to an 83-75 win over Missouri in the season opener for both teams on Monday night. The Tigers trailed by 10 at halftime but shot 58% in the second half, while going 17-20...
Memphis hosts Missouri to start season
Missouri Tigers at Memphis Tigers Memphis, Tennessee; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Tigers -4.5; over/under is 154.5 BOTTOM LINE: Memphis opens the season at home against Missouri. Memphis went 22-10 overall with a 13-2 record at...
Why Not Voting Could Deprioritize Black Communities
President Biden’s Justice40 initiative ensures that 40% of federal investment benefits flow to disadvantaged communities, addressing deep-seated inequities. ...
The Skanner News 2024 Presidential Endorsement
It will come as no surprise that we strongly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president. ...
Black Retirees Growing Older and Poorer: 2025 Social Security COLA lowest in 10 years
As Americans live longer, the ability to remain financially independent is an ongoing struggle. Especially for Black and other people of color whose lifetime incomes are often lower than that of other contemporaries, finding money to save for ‘old age’ is...
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. ...
Rep. Hayes leads as GOP tries to break Connecticut Democrats' winning streak in US House
U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes, the first Black woman to represent Connecticut in Congress, was leading early Wednesday in a rematch against Republican George Logan. It has been 18 years since Connecticut voted to send a Republican to Washington. Logan was trying to end the party’s long...
Black women notch historic Senate wins in an election year defined by potential firsts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Voters for the first time elected two Black women to serve simultaneously in the Senate and sent an openly transgender lawmaker to Congress on Tuesday. They’re among historic choices in nearly a dozen races showing Americans opting for more diverse representation even with...
Figures wins Alabama’s redrawn 2nd Congressional District
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Shomari Figures, a former top aide to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, on Tuesday won election to Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, which was redrawn after a lengthy redistricting battle. Figures, a Democrat, defeated Republican Caroleene Dobson...
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Nov. 3-9
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Nov. 3-9 Nov. 3: Actor Lois Smith is 94. Actor-radio personality Shadoe Stevens (“Dave’s World”) is 78. Singer Lulu is 76. Actor-comedian Roseanne Barr is 72. Actor Kate Capshaw (“Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom”) is 71. Actor Kathy...
Fourth Spider-Man movie starring Tom Holland is set for release July 2026
Tom Holland is getting ready to don his Spidey suit again. The fourth installment of the blockbuster series has been set for a July 2026 release, Sony Pictures said Friday. Daniel Destin Cretton, best known for helming Marvel's “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," has also...
Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," has died. She was 79. Garr died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis “surrounded by family and friends,”...
After months of buildup, news outlets finally have the chance to report on election results
The answer may or may not come on Tuesday, but news organizations that have spent months reporting on the...
What is the Electoral College and how does the US use it to elect presidents?
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump won the presidency in 2016 because of the Electoral College. So did George W....
Why and how AP counts the vote for thousands of US elections
WASHINGTON (AP) — There isn’t an easier way to count votes than to count the votes. The...
Prince William walks nature trails near South Africa's Table Mountain to promote conservation
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Prince William went on an early-morning nature walk near South Africa's Table...
French court convicts 18 in a major trial that casts light on the deadly migrant-smuggling trade
LILLE, France (AP) — A French court found 18 people guilty Tuesday in a major migrant-smuggling trial that shed...
An Iran official claims Iranian-German prisoner died before he could be executed
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Iranian official claimed Tuesday that Iranian-German prisoner Jamshid...
