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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 12 August 2021

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More than one million acres burned in Pacific Northwest

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 12 August 2021

The board has voted to ban pride flags, flags reading Black Lives Matter and any broadly “political” signs, clothing, and other items

Details: Written by Stacy M. Brown; Published: 11 August 2021

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The NBA Foundation today announced 22 new grants totaling $6 million to help create employment opportunities, further career advancement and drive greater economic empowerment for Black youth.

Details: Written by Associated Press; Published: 10 August 2021

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Sheriff’s officials said it’s believed to be the largest weapons seizure in the agency’s history.

Details: Written by The Associated Press; Published: 09 August 2021

Jason Dudash, Oregon director of the Freedom Foundation — a group that combats public sector unions in Oregon, Washington and California — said he believes the idea of a union is “fundamentally incompatible” with the work of the Legislature.

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 09 August 2021

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The 45 dogs and puppies from Oklahoma will be available for adoption beginning next week.

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 09 August 2021

Community Collection Events for new school supplies, cash, and used electronic devices will be held at OnPoint's Lloyd Center Branch and at Intel Hawthorn Farm 3

Details: Written by Associated Press; Published: 09 August 2021

Authorities say a man was fatally shot on a TriMet bus in Portland on Sunday

Details: Written by By Michelle Klampe, OSU; Published: 06 August 2021

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Ivory W. Lyles has served most recently as dean for engagement and director of extension for the University of Nevada, Reno

Details: Written by The Associated Press; Published: 06 August 2021

Nearly 7,000 - or 28% - of the total stops made in 2020 were Black or Latino drivers.

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