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Oregon State football early opponent preview: Texas Tech
With Big 12 championship aspirations and one of the most robust NIL budgets in the country, Texas Tech will be among the biggest tests of the season for Oregon State football. What’s more, the Beavers will have to go on the road to a challenging...

First Evidence of Potential Language-Like Communication in Dolphins: Study
Four long-term resident mother-calf dolphin pairs swim off the coast of Sarasota, Florida. Randy Wells / Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Why you can trust us Founded in 2005 as an Ohio-based environmental newspaper, EcoWatch is a digital...

Oregon's revenue surge can produce a false sense of abundance
Oregon may be near the bottom of all 50 states in some troubling categories, such as K-12 test scores and children’s mental health care. But it looks like we’ll be Number One when it comes to how much more revenue state government will have to...

First Call: Rooney family member pans Steelers roster and rips idea of paying T.J. Watt big money; Reds honor Dave Parker
Thursday’s “First Call” has some harsh words about the Pittsburgh Steelers from someone within the Rooney family. Dave Parker is honored by one of his former teams. We’ve also got Pirates’ draft speculation and roster building from the Duquesne...
FIRST PERSON: I’ve Seen the Disconnect in Local News Coverage
This essay by Florian Knowles was originally published by Chalkbeat on June 30, 2025. Growing up, my family and classmates cemented in me the idea that school wasn’t just about learning — it was an extension of your neighborhood and your...
Oregon Lottery Powerball, Pick 4 results for July 9
The Oregon Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at July 9, 2025, results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from July 9 drawing 05-09-25-28-69, Powerball: 05, Power Play: 2 Check Powerball payouts and...

Oregon Country Fair celebrates 67 years of magic, expecting 15,000 daily visitors
EUGENE, Ore. — Deep within the forest in Veneta, a whimsical-mystical campground holds Oregon’s most magical fair. The Oregon Country Fair is entering its 67th year and it’s expecting around 15,000 visitors each day it is open. With countless...

Press Box: Drinkwitz’s proposal of new CFP format deserves a hard look
At Thursday’s SEC Media Days in Atlanta, Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz brought an interesting idea to the table for a new format in the College Football Playoff. Now I will say this was originally brought to my attention on X (formerly...

Oregon Insider Confirms Dan Lanning’s Major Damage Control Move After Unexpected Recruiting Blow
Dan Lanning’s 2026 recruiting hit a bump in the recent past, interrupting the non-stop series of commits coming to Oregon in the first half of the year. Oregon is still within the top 10 classes of 2026, but has fallen down from the elite tier due...

Best playbooks in College Football 26: Ranking the top NCAA offensive and defensive plays to use in 2025 game
EA Sports College Football 26 has launched, attracting players eager to optimize their in-game strategies through customizable playbooks. Success in this virtual world hinges on selecting the right offense and defense, tailored to individual play...

Oregon's Sanctuary Hotline receives dozens of reports after ICE protest in Eugene
EUGENE, Ore. — At least 50 complaints have been filed against Eugene Police after officers responded to a protest outside the Federal Building on Tuesday. The complaints were submitted to Oregon's Sanctuary Promise Hotline — a state program that...

James-King now targets NACAC champs
Malik James-King competes in the men’s 400m semi-finals during the Olympic Games at Stade de France in Saint-Denis on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. AFTER a ninth-place finish at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon, 400m hurdler Malik James-King...
Oregon Faces Title IX Suit Over Trans Sports Policy
Three female high school students have filed a federal lawsuit that claims Oregon’s policy of allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls sports violated Title IX protections against sex-based discrimination in educational settings. The...
Oregon Faces Title IX Lawsuit Over Males In Girls' High School Sports
Authored by Scottie Barnes via The Epoch Times, A conservative nonprofit filed a federal lawsuit July 8 on behalf of three Oregon high school girls alleging that the state’s education and athletic authorities violated federal anti-discrimination...

Oregon congresswoman Val Hoyle criticizes Trump's budget bill, calls it a loyalty test
EUGENE, Ore. — The U.S. House of Representatives is on break and many are back in their home districts either arguing for their vote on the "One big Beautiful Bill.," or defending their opposition to the legislation. In the case of Oregon...

Oregonians brace for impact on Medicaid from Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill'
More than a third of Oregonians rely on Medicaid via the Oregon Health Plan; in rural counties, it's often higher. Cuts are coming in Trump's flagship budget bill. PORTLAND, Ore. — Thousands of Oregonians are waiting anxiously to discover how...

Oregon Department of Forestry warns invasive beetle may emerge in July
SALEM, Ore. (KPTV) - The Oregon Department of Forestry is warning Oregonians about an invasive species of beetle that could emerge this summer. Officials say the invasive emerald ash borers start to resurface in early June, but reach their peak in...

PHOTOS: Runners flock to town for Power of Four, Aspen Valley Marathon
Whether you like the trail or pavement, Saturday was a good day to be a runner in the Roaring Fork Valley. Both the Aspen Valley Marathon and the Power of Four trail run returned to the course, giving athletes and spectators plenty of options....
Oregonians deserve a smarter approach to wildfires
Each year, Oregon braces for wildfire season. And each year, we spend tens of millions (sometimes hundreds of millions) trying to put those fires out. But despite our best efforts, the fires keep getting worse — more dangerous and more...

Oregon lawmakers approve new benefits for state’s National Guard members
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) - This legislative session, the Oregon legislature and Gov. Tina Kotek continued to show their support for the Oregon Military Department through ongoing efforts to provide benefits to help strengthen the Oregon Army National...