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.
The Skanner News Endorsements: Oregon Statewide Races
It’s a daunting task replacing progressive stalwart Earl Blumenauer, who served in the office for nearly three decades. If elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. Janelle Bynum (D-Clackamas) would be the first Black representative Oregon has ever sent to the U.S. Congress. This election offers many reasons to vote.
Washington State Voters will Reconsider Landmark Climate Law
Supporters of repealing the Climate Commitment Act say it has raised energy costs and gas prices. Those in favor of keeping it say billions of dollars and many programs will vanish if it disappears. The law is designed to cut pollution while raising money for investments that address climate change.
“I look back at my time being homeless and I’m done with looking at it as traumatic. Now it’s art.” – Violet Clyne,...
Seattle Shakespeare Company Announces Twelfth Night at ACT Contemporary Theatre
Memorandum of Understanding signed between organizations regarding their first joint production playing June 2025 ...
Meeting the Demand: The Essential Role of Current and Future Health Professionals
Multiple ,200 United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care scholarships available. Applications due October 31, 2024. ...
Senator Manning and Elected Officials to Tour a New Free Pre-Apprenticeship Program
The boot camp is a FREE four-week training program introducing basic carpentry skills to individuals with little or no...
Prepare Your Trees for Winter Weather
Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry staff share tips and resources. ...
Teen in custody after 5 found dead in shooting at home in Washington state, police say
FALL CITY, WASH. (AP) — Law enforcement officials found five people killed in a shooting inside a home southeast of Seattle on Monday morning and took a teenager into custody, police said. Several people called 911 around 5 a.m. to report a shooting in Fall City, Washington, King...
AP Top 25: Oregon is No. 1 for first time since 2012; Vanderbilt enters poll and Michigan drops out
Oregon became the fourth team this season to hold the No. 1 ranking in The Associated Press college football poll, moving into the top spot on Sunday for the first time in 12 years after Texas lost at home to Georgia. Vanderbilt made its first appearance since the 2013 season, at No....
Brady Cook, hobbled by an injury, rallies No. 19 Mizzou to a 21-17 win over Auburn
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Missouri quarterback Brady Cook returned from a midgame trip to the hospital to have an MRI exam on his ailing ankle and led his team to two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including the go-ahead run by Jamal Roberts with 46 seconds remaining that gave the Tigers a 21-17 victory...
No. 19 Missouri returns to conference play with Auburn visiting Faurot Field for Homecoming game
Auburn (2-4, 0-3 SEC) at No. 19 Missouri (5-1, 1-1), Saturday, 12 p.m. ET (ESPN) BetMGM College Football Odds: Missouri by 4 1/2. Series record: Auburn leads 3-1. WHAT’S AT STAKE? Missouri still believes it can play for the SEC title and a...
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. ...
The Skanner News: 2024 City Government Endorsements
In the lead-up to a massive transformation of city government, the mayor’s office and 12 city council seats are open. These are our endorsements for candidates we find to be most aligned with the values of equity and progress in Portland, and who we feel...
In hard-fought Pennsylvania, fast-growing Hispanic communities present a test for Harris and Trump
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — The sun was creeping over the horizon on a recent morning in Pennsylvania’s erstwhile steel country, but inside a house next to two radio towers, Victor Martinez stood with a microphone, ready to broadcast his views to thousands of Spanish-speaking listeners. ...
In battleground Georgia, poor people see no reason to vote. That decision could sway election
MACON, Ga. (AP) — Sabrina Friday scanned the room at Mother's Nest, an organization in Macon that provides baby supplies, training, food and housing to mothers in need, and she asked how many planned to vote. Of the 30, mostly women, six raised their hands. Friday, the group's...
Asian American boba brand finds opportunity after Simu Liu sparks cultural appropriation debate
Olivia Chen and Pauline Ang, friends and business partners on boba milk tea brand Twrl, have tried three times to get on “Shark Tank,” the ABC reality show where up-and-coming entrepreneurs try to woo big-name backers. Now, in a plot twist they couldn't have imagined, the San...
Book Review: Single mother in her 50s falls hard for much younger man in Susan Minot’s latest novel
From the very first page of Susan Minot’s latest novel, “Don’t Be a Stranger,” Ivy Cooper, a single mother in her early 50s, has sex on her mind. The scene opens with her in the bath, thinking about the sex she’s had in that tub, the sex she’d like to have — but also, her bills, her...
Music Review: Charli XCX’s 'Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat' remixes, ranked
NEW YORK (AP) — This is the way Brat Summer ends, not with a bang, but a Twitch livestream. On Thursday afternoon, hours after her deluxe, remixed, double-album version of her culture-shifting album “Brat” leaked – this one called “Brat and it’s completely different but...
Book Review: Cop cold case unit pursues a rapist, foils a terrorist plot and tackles a 1947 murder
It’s early morning in Southern California, and Renee Ballard, director of the LAPD Open-Unsolved Unit, is where she most loves to be. She’s surfing, and she’s darned good at it. After a final run, she returns to the parking lot and discovers that someone has broken into her car and stolen her...
How Project 2025's rightward vision became a flashpoint in this year's election
WASHINGTON (AP) — For the past year, Project 2025 has endured as a persistent force in the presidential...
In hard-fought Pennsylvania, fast-growing Hispanic communities present a test for Harris and Trump
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — The sun was creeping over the horizon on a recent morning in Pennsylvania’s erstwhile...
Teen in custody after 5 found dead in shooting at home in Washington state, police say
FALL CITY, WASH. (AP) — Law enforcement officials found five people killed in a shooting inside a home southeast...
Storm causes at least 6 deaths in Cuba, where a long power outage is raising tempers
HAVANA (AP) — Cuba's capital remained largely paralyzed on Monday and the rest of the island braced for the...
Moldova narrowly votes to secure path toward EU membership after accusing Russia of interference
CHISINAU, Moldova (AP) — Moldovans voted by a razor-thin majority in favor of securing the country’s path...
Police in Haiti battle a gang coalition trying to seize control of the entire capital
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Police on Monday clashed with gunmen trying to take over one of the few communities...
Information, resources and links to help you, your family and our community survive any disaster. The Skanner News Video: National Geographic's Tsunami 101
When Disaster Strikes It's Up to You Advance Planning is the key for families, communities and for you is the key for families, communities and for you. |
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72-hour Emergency Kits and Family Plans Your checklist of the emergency supplies you'll need in a disaster |
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More Heroes Needed to Train for Emergency Response Neighborhood Emergency Teams need people like you to train for emergencies. |
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What Do You Do When All the Lights Go Out Many disasters disrupt electrical power systems. Here's how you cope. |
Advice and information about emergency preparedness from city, county, regional and national leaders.
The Skanner News Video: National Geographic's Earthquakes 101
Disaster Preparedness in Other Languages
King County, offers disaster preparedness videos in Spanish, Hmong, Khmer, Lao, Vietnamese and Somali, and online pamphlets in Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese, and disaster kit information in 17 languages.
Disaster Volunteer Trainings
Find out how to train to be a disaster volunteer in Portland sign up online. See King County Public Health Reserve Corps for their details.
Services for Elderly or Disabled People
If you or a family member is disabled, elderly or would need special help in an emergency, check out Multnomah County Info and Trainings.
Resources and information for people with disabilities is available from King County.
Public Health
To reduce your chances of getting sick check out these links: Oregon Health Department; King County health Department; Center For Disease Control.
Pets
Many of the listed sites include information on how to plan and prepare for your pets during a disaster. For expert information visit Ready America or the Humane Society of the United States.
Ready America
The National disaster site