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Lost iPod leads to porn charge in Douglas County
ROSEBURG, Ore. (AP) -- Photos on a lost iPod that was traced back to its owner have led to a child pornography charge in Douglas County against an Oakland-area man.
Top-seeded Kirilenko into semis at Guangzhou Open
GUANGZHOU, China (AP) -- Top-seeded Maria Kirilenko eased into the semifinals of the Guangzhou Open on Thursday, defeating Tetiana Luzhanska of Ukraine 6-1, 7-5.
Obama to outline plan overriding education law
WASHINGTON (AP) -- States are getting new guidance from President Barack Obama about how they can get around provisions in the No Child Left Behind law. It's a step the administration has undertaken that effectively guts the Bush-era law since Congress had been slow to rewrite it.
Obama rolling back Bush-era education law
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Obama administration says it will exempt states from requirements of a Bush-era education law if they meet certain conditions the White House favors.
Clackamas County patrol car rear-ended
OREGON CITY, Ore. (AP) -- The Clackamas County says no one was seriously injured when an SUV rear-ended a deputy's patrol car at high speed early Thursday near Oak Grove.
Portland police truck collides with bicycle
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- A Portland police forensics truck collided with a bicycle Wednesday night as the truck was pulling out of a parking lot.
Ball of light sighted over part of Oregon
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) -- A ball of light in the Wednesday night sky was reported by some residents around Bend and west of Eugene.
Sijsling eliminates Kohlschreiber at Moselle Open
METZ, France (AP) -- Dutch qualifier Igor Sijsling eliminated seventh-seeded Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany 6-4, 7-5 on Thursday to advance to the quarterfinals of the Moselle Open.
SI.com to stream Melo-Philly game Sunday
NEW YORK (AP) -- The exhibition game featuring LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Durant and Chris Paul as teammates will be streamed online by Sports Illustrated.
Jewish tradition passed on
As New Year approaches, dozens turn out to learn to make challah bread
It was Wednesday evening and a capacity crowd filled a small cooking classroom at Chuck’s Produce in Cascade Park to learn how to make challah. Baked loaves were on display of the beautiful, traditional braided bread that many Jewish folks prepare for special occasions. Some had been washed with an egg mixture before baking, to make them shiny. Others contained raisins for a slightly sweet flavor.
Timbers tie San Jose, 1-1
Portland scores early, San Jose ties it in second half
The Timbers extended their unbeaten streak to five games, but had to settle for a 1-1 against San Jose on Wednesday night.
BP commits to USOC deal through 2016
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- BP has extended its sponsorship of the U.S. Olympic Committee through the 2016 Games, giving the USOC a boost as it tries to keep companies in the fold beyond next year's London Olympics.
Fishing boat runs aground near Ocean Shores
OCEAN SHORES, Wash. (AP) -- A 50-foot commercial fishing vessel ran aground Wednesday night at Ocean Shores.
Fishing boat runs aground near Ocean Shores WA
OCEAN SHORES, Wash. (AP) -- The Coast Guard reports that a 52-foot wooden fishing vessel that lost power and ran aground at Ocean Shores, Wash., is breaking up in the surf. The crew of three was rescued after the grounding Wednesday night.
5-year term for Richland heroin dealer in OD death
KENNEWICK, Wash. (AP) -- A Richland drug dealer who supplied the heroin in an overdose death has been sentenced to five years in prison.
Ted Haggard to appear on wife swap television show
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- Former megachurch pastor Ted Haggard and Hollywood actor Gary Busey are trading partners for a week for an upcoming edition of ABC-TV's "Celebrity Wife Swap."
Ted Haggard to appear on wife swap television show
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- Former megachurch pastor Ted Haggard and Hollywood actor Gary Busey are trading partners for a week for an upcoming edition of ABC-TV's "Celebrity Wife Swap."
Washington nuclear power plant coming back online
RICHLAND, Wash. (AP) -- The only nuclear power plant in Washington is coming back on line after the longest outage in its 26-year history.
Program would verify inmates’ citizenship status
Sheriff’s office pursues free use of federal program
The Clark County Sheriff’s Office has applied to use a free federal program that a sheriff’s commander said Wednesday will improve the county’s system of verifying the citizenship status of inmates. Cmdr. Mike Anderson told county commissioners six counties (Yakima, Franklin, Benton, Lewis, Grays Harbor and Pacific) in Washington use Secure Communities, a program launched in 2008 by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
New weather radar station operating on WA coast
ABERDEEN, Wash. (AP) -- The National Weather Service is now getting information from a new Doppler radar station on the Washington coast.
Man pleads guilty to stealing from N. Idaho tribe
BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- An eastern Washington man who pleaded guilty to stealing from the Coeur d'Alene Tribe faces up to five years in prison at his January sentencing.
Spokane police serve search warrant for fetus
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- Spokane police have served Planned Parenthood with a search warrant for an aborted fetus in hopes of proving a child rape case through the use of DNA.
Spokane police serve search warrant for fetus
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- Spokane police served Planned Parenthood with a search warrant for an aborted fetus.
Dow falls more than 400 on fears about economy
NEW YORK (AP) -- Stocks have closed sharply lower after investors sold stocks with abandon, convinced that the U.S. and the world are headed for a new recession.
Dow drops 500 points on fears of another recession
NEW YORK (AP) -- The Dow Jones industrial average has plunged more than 500 points as investors sell stocks with abandon. Financial markets in the United States and around the globe are down sharply on fears of a recession.
Fear about world economy sends markets lower
NEW YORK (AP) -- Stocks are plunging in midday trading, extending a rout around the world. Indicators across the financial markets show that investors are worried that the global economy is in for a long slump.
US stocks open sharply lower on bleak Fed outlook
NEW YORK (AP) -- Stocks are opening sharply lower after the Federal Reserve indicated that the U.S. economic slump could last for years.
US stock futures plunge as Fed prepares for slump
NEW YORK (AP) -- Stock futures are plummeting after the Federal Reserve indicated the U.S. economic slump could last for years.
Vettel: No pressure to clinch title in Singapore
SINGAPORE (AP) -- Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel says he does not feel any pressure to clinch the Formula One title at the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday, and will attack the race with his normal aggressive style.
Woman accused of killing 6 mentally competent
SEATTLE (AP) -- For the second time, a woman accused of killing six members of her family on Christmas Eve 2007 has been assessed as mentally competent to stand trial.
Former Ore. bank manager sentenced to 6 years
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) -- A former Wells Fargo Bank assistant branch manager in Coos Bay, Ore., has been sentenced to nearly six years in prison and ordered to pay more than $625,000 in restitution for her thefts from multiple customers.
Palestinian protesters slam Obama over UN speech
RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) -- Palestinian protesters have denounced President Barack Obama for his opposition to their bid to win U.N. recognition of a Palestinian state.
Julia Goerges reaches Korea Open quarterfinals
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- Julia Goerges of Germany and Spain's Maria-Jose Martinez Sanchez both advanced to the quarterfinals of the Korea Open on Thursday and will meet each other in the next round.
Gregoire to call 30-day special session
Governor wants Legislature to tackle $1.3B budget deficit
OLYMPIA — Gov. Chris Gregoire is calling lawmakers back to Olympia for a special session focused on dealing with the state’s $1.3 billion budget shortfall, advisers said Wednesday night. Gregoire budget director Marty Brown said the governor is still finalizing details of the session but will make a formal announcement Thursday morning. He and spokesman Cory Curtis said it’s likely to begin at the end of November — after the state gets a new revenue forecast.
Vancouver school board voices support for Webb
Labor group OK’d no-confidence vote in superintendent
The Vancouver school board issued a statement of support Wednesday afternoon for Superintendent Steve Webb, one day after an employees’ labor group approved taking a no-confidence vote. About 140 members of the Vancouver Association of Educational Support Professionals (VAESP), which represents about 600 clerical workers, school secretaries, tech assistants and paraprofessionals, met Tuesday. They distributed ballots so their members could vote on the no-confidence issue. The voting deadline is Friday morning.
High-tech boost
Program helps students gain certification in Microsoft software.
Port of Vancouver project receives $15 million from feds
A Port of Vancouver rail access project will receive $15 million as part of a $31 million allocation for Washington railway improvements announced Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
I-5 reopened near Woodland after accident
Interstate 5 has been reopened after a crash Wednesday afternoon blocked a portion of the freeway.
Teachers in Washington state vote to end strike
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) -- Striking teachers in Washington state's third-largest school district have voted to accept a contract, ending a walkout that has kept students out of class for eight days.
Tacoma, Wash., teachers voting on ending strike
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) -- Hundreds of teachers gathered in a Tacoma high school gym Thursday to vote on a contract agreement to end their strike and send students back to class Friday after missing eight days.
Bachmann: social conservatives shouldn't settle
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Republican presidential contender Michele Bachmann says social conservatives don't have to settle for a GOP nominee who doesn't share their values.
Obama targets Boehner, McConnell on home turf
CINCINNATI (AP) -- President Barack Obama is directly challenging House Speaker John Boehner and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to pass his $447 billion jobs bill.
Illinois launches Asian carp anti-hunger program
CHICAGO (AP) -- Asian carp may be a plankton-gobbling nuisance threatening the Great Lakes, but Illinois officials hope to change that perception one bite at a time.
GOP leader sees House vote on new disaster bill
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The No. 2 House Republican says the chamber will vote on a bill providing relief for victims of Hurricane Irene and other disasters and approving billions of dollars to keep the government functioning next week.
Senate Democrats vow to reject clean energy cuts
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Democrats controlling the Senate are vowing to reject the latest House plan to replenish disaster aid accounts and pass a stopgap spending bill to keep the government running past the end of this month.
House passes disaster aid, but Senate Dems object
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The House has passed legislation to replenish almost-empty disaster aid funds and prevent a government shutdown next week.
Man, 5 children hurt in Wash. van crash
BREMERTON, Wash. (AP) -- Kitsap County sheriff's officers say a single-vehicle accident has left a man and five children hospitalized. The Kitsap Sun reports (http://bit.ly/qk4OHm) that two children were flown to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.
Man, 4 children hurt in Wash. van crash
BREMERTON, Wash. (AP) -- Kitsap County sheriff's officers say a single-vehicle accident has left a man and five children hospitalized. The Kitsap Sun reports (http://bit.ly/qk4OHm) that two children were flown to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.
Giants beat Dodgers 8-5 to stay in playoff race
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Justin Christian had three hits and drove in three runs -- all with two outs -- and the San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-5 Wednesday night to keep their slim NL West playoff hopes alive.
Pope: Nazi excesses a lesson on abuse of power
BERLIN (AP) -- Pope Benedict XVI says politicians must not sacrifice ethics for power and that the Nazi excesses of his homeland are a lesson in history.
Pope begins state visit to Germany
BERLIN (AP) -- Pope Benedict XVI has arrived in Germany on his first state visit to his homeland where he is expected to be greeted by large protests and even larger crowds of Catholic faithful.
Alajuelense blanks LA Galaxy 1-0
ALAJUELA, Costa Rica (AP) -- Pablo Gabas scored in the 28th minute and Alajuelense earned a 1-0 win over the Los Angeles Galaxy in a Group A CONCACAF Champions League match Wednesday night.
Work under way to return salmon to upper North Lewis River
Trap-and-haul system will reintroduce spring chinook, coho and winter steelhead upstream of Swift Dam
No WA jackpot winners for Powerball, Lotto, Hit 5
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) -- No top-prize tickets were sold in Washington for Wednesday's $25 million Powerball drawing, the Washington State Lottery's $5.1 million Lotto jackpot or the $290,000 Hit 5 cashpot.
Coyotes edge Kings in shootout
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Oliver Ekman-Larsson scored in the fourth round of the shootout to give the Phoenix Coyotes a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings in Wednesday's split-squad preseason game.
Value Motel appeal hearing set for Jan. 3
Health law judge will review state’s plan to revoke its license
The Value Motel has gotten a reprieve through the holidays. Owner Milton O. Brown in August appealed the Washington State Department of Health’s decision to revoke the motel’s operating license. An appeal hearing before a health law judge has been scheduled for Jan. 3, said Julie Graham, spokeswoman for the state department.
Kinsler, Hamilton power Rangers past A's
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Ian Kinsler hit a tying home run leading off the eighth and Josh Hamilton followed with another homer two batters later, lifting Texas to a 3-2 win over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night and reducing the Rangers magic number to clinch the AL West to three.
A's beat first-place Rangers to avoid 3-game sweep
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Coco Crisp hit a go-ahead single in the eighth inning, and the Oakland Athletics beat the first-place Texas Rangers 4-3 on Thursday to avoid a series sweep.
Kings slip past Coyotes 3-2
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Dustin Penner scored with 49 seconds left in the third period to give the Los Angeles Kings a 3-2 victory over the Phoenix Coyotes in a split-squad preseason game on Wednesday night.
Comcast to raise Clark County cable, Internet rates in November
Comcast is increasing rates for its digital cable and Internet services in Clark County effective in the November billing cycle, with its popular “Digital Starter” service rising by $3, or 4.76 percent, to $65.99.
Couture scores 2 goals in Sharks' rout of Anaheim
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Logan Couture scored two of San Jose's six consecutive goals in the final two periods, and Thomas Greiss made 19 saves in the Sharks' 6-1 preseason victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night.
Stephenson gets San Jose a tie with Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Khari Stephenson's goal from 18 yards in the 70th minute allowed the San Jose Earthquakes to salvage a 1-1 tie with the Portland Timbers on Wednesday night.
Alajeulense blanks LA Galaxy 1-0
ALAJUELA, Costa Rica (AP) -- Pablo Gabas scored in the 28th minute and Alajeulense earned a 1-0 win over the Los Angeles Galaxy in a Group A CONCACAF Champions League match Wednesday night.
Real Espana stuns Colorado 2-1
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) -- Carlos Pavon scored the second of his two goals in the 33rd minute and Real Espana stunned the Colorado Rapids 2-1 in a Group B CONCACAF Champions League match Wednesday night.
Union conflict flares again at Longview grain terminal
A conflict over Longshore jobs at a new grain terminal in Longview flared Wednesday with the arrest of protesters blocking railroad tracks.
Cabrera, Kelly send Detroit past Royals, 6-3
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Miguel Cabrera drove in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning, Don Kelly added a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Santiago, Kelly send Detroit past Royals, 6-3
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Ramon Santiago drove in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning, Don Kelly added a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Twins end 11-game skid on Tosoni's double in 9th
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Rene Tosoni hit an RBI double with two outs in the ninth inning and the Minnesota Twins snapped their 11-game losing streak, beating the Seattle Mariners 3-2 Thursday.
Mariners hand Twins 11th straight loss, 5-4
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Ichiro Suzuki stopped Kevin Slowey's no-hitter with a two-out infield single in the sixth inning and added an RBI double in the seventh, spurring the Seattle Mariners to a 5-4 victory Wednesday night in Minnesota, the 11th straight defeat for the Twins.
Driver of pilot car killed in 3-vehicle WA crash
BENTON CITY, Wash. (AP) -- The Washington State Patrol says the driver of a pilot car killed in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 82 in southeast Washington was a 32-year-old Georgia man.
Pumas blanks FC Dallas 2-0
FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Eduardo Aguirre and David Izazola scored in the final 10 minutes to help Pumas defeat FC Dallas 2-0 on Wednesday night in the fourth round of the Group C stage of the Champions League.
$16M from feds to help control WA rail mudslides
SEATTLE (AP) -- The federal government is providing more than $16 million to help control the mudslides that often cancel passenger train service in Washington during rainy weather.
Zibanejad scores in OT as Senators beat Bruins 2-1
OTTAWA (AP) -- Mika Zibanejad scored 3:17 into overtime to give the Ottawa Senators a 2-1 preseason victory over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday night.
Red Sox lose late lead, Orioles rally for 6-4 win
BOSTON (AP) -- The reeling Boston Red Sox blew another late lead and lost for the 14th time in 18 games, beaten when Vladimir Guerrero and the Baltimore Orioles rallied for a 6-4 win Wednesday night.
Haren leaves injured as Angels beat Blue Jays
TORONTO (AP) -- Dan Haren's outing ended after he was hit by a line drive on the final out of the eighth inning, Peter Bourjos and Vernon Wells homered, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-2 on Wednesday night.
Phillies drop 5th straight, 7-5 to Washington
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Danny Espinosa and Wilson Ramos each hit two-run home runs to help the Washington Nationals beat Philadelphia 7-5 on Wednesday, sending the NL East-champion Phillies to their season-worst fifth straight loss.
Ehrhoff shines in Sabres debut
MONTREAL (AP) -- Christian Ehrhoff had a goal and an assist to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 2-1 preseason victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday night.
Blue Jackets survive Caps' late comeback
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Alexandre Giroux scored on the power play with 2:24 left in overtime and the Columbus Blue Jackets survived a late Washington rally to beat the Capitals 4-3 in a preseason game Wednesday night.
Devils slip past Rangers in OT
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Patrik Elias scored 45 seconds into overtime to lift the New Jersey Devils to a 2-1 win over the New York Rangers in the preseason opener for both teams Wednesday night.
Cracknell leads Blues over Lightning
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Adam Cracknell scored a tiebreaking goal with 2:20 to play and Chris Stewart had a goal and two assists as the St. Louis Blues beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 in an exhibition game Wednesday night.
Bolts LB Mouton goes on IR; Oliver signed
SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The San Diego Chargers have placed rookie linebacker Jonas Mouton on injured reserve with a shoulder injury, meaning he's out for the season.
Braves lose to Marlins 4-0
MIAMI (AP) -- Struggling to secure a postseason berth, the Atlanta Braves were thwarted by a playoff-caliber pitching performance.
Bryzgalov debuts in 4-2 preseason loss to Toronto
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Prized free-agent goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov, making his first appearance as a Flyer, allowed stick-side goals to Juraj Mikus, Matt Frattin and Joe Colborne, as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated Philadelphia, 4-2, on Wednesday.
Penguins beat Red Wings 3-2 in preseason
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Evgeni Malkin had a goal and an assist in his first NHL game action in more than seven months, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 on Wednesday night in the preseason opener for both teams.
No deal, but no postponements yet in NBA
NEW YORK (AP) -- While providing no details of his latest meeting with locked out players, Commissioner David Stern is acknowledging that "the calendar is not our friend" when it comes to keeping the NBA season intact.
Small NBA meeting held, leadership talks Thursday
NEW YORK (AP) -- Staff members from the NBA and players' association have met, and top negotiators from both sides will talk Thursday.
OR rape charge dismissed against 1 WA soldier
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Prosecutors in Portland have dismissed rape and sex abuse charges against one of two Washington state-based soldiers accused in an alleged attack on two teenage girls in a hotel room.
Notre Dame's Jones strong on and off field
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Through three games, TJ Jones has proved himself as a legitimate No. 2 receiver for Notre Dame, opposite Michael Floyd. He's not just the player coach Brian Kelly got in his face for a mistake in the season opener.
APNewsBreak: Gregoire wants special budget session
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) -- Gov. Chris Gregoire is going to call Washington lawmakers back for a special session to deal with a $1.3 billion budget shortfall.
Bedard says legal issue didn't distract him
BOSTON (AP) -- Erik Bedard says legal papers given him by a process server wearing a Yankees shirt before a poor outing weren't a distraction.
Ryan limited in practice after pounding by Eagles
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan was limited in practice Wednesday after taking a pounding against Philadelphia, but he'll be ready to go when the Falcons take on NFC South rival Tampa Bay.
Suspect in Battle Ground shooting makes first court appearance
A Battle Ground woman told investigators she shot her boyfriend early Tuesday after he hit her, according to court documents filed Wednesday.
US midfielder Jose Torres has foot surgery
MEXICO CITY (AP) -- U.S. national team midfielder Jose Torres underwent surgery on his left foot Wednesday and is expected to be out for several months.
Lewis upsets Smith at Mid-Amateur
RICHMOND, Texas (AP) -- Randal Lewis defeated two-time defending champion Nathan Smith on the first extra hole Wednesday to advance to the final of the USGA Mid-Amateur at Shadow Hawk.
Saban: WR Duron Carter likely headed for redshirt
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Alabama coach Nick Saban says wide receiver Duron Carter isn't likely to play this season.
Nuggets F Martin bolts for China
DENVER (AP) -- Kenyon Martin becomes the third Denver Nuggets free agent to sign a contract to play in China this season.
Posada's 2-run single gives Yankees AL East crown
NEW YORK (AP) -- Jorge Posada came off the bench and helped the Yankees to yet another first-place finish with a go-ahead single in the eighth inning, and New York swept the Tampa Bay Rays by identical 4-2 scores in a day-night doubleheader Wednesday to win the AL East.
DE Derrick Morgan fined $7,500 for hit on Flacco
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Titans defensive end Derrick Morgan says the NFL fined him $7,500 for a late hit on Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco, and he plans to appeal for an action that was a split-second reaction.
Smith returns from suspension fresh and confident
METAIRIE, La. (AP) -- As pleased as Will Smith is to be back at practice, he seems happier that he no longer has to worry about the specter of a suspension that has weighed on him for three seasons.
White looks to be more than a decoy for Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Roddy White isn't used to being an afterthought in the Atlanta offense.
10 arrests in protest against corporate tax breaks
SEATTLE (AP) -- Demonstrators across Washington have called on lawmakers to end tax breaks on corporations to help fix the state's budget woes.
9 arrests in protests against corporate tax breaks
SEATTLE (AP) -- Nine people have been arrested in an orderly demonstration after rallying outside a Chase bank in Seattle, part of a day of action from groups around the state calling on lawmakers to end tax breaks on corporations to help fix the state's budget woes.
Defense, clutch play fuels 3-0 start for ISU
AMES, Iowa (AP) -- Hardly anyone expected Iowa State to get off to a 3-0 start.
Jury finds ex-Mizzou RB guilty of sex assault
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) -- A jury has found ex-Missouri running back Derrick Washington guilty of the felony sexual assault of a former tutor.
Offensive line continues to be Seattle's problem
RENTON, Wash. (AP) -- It's become a yearly question posed to the Seattle Seahawks: "What's the deal with the offensive line."
Giants DE Umenyiora feels he is close to returning
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Two-time Pro Bowl defensive end Osi Umenyiora feels he is close to returning to the New York Giants' lineup but is uncertain whether he will be able to play this weekend against the Philadelphia Eagles (1-1).
DE Osi Umenyiora does not practice Wednesday
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Two-time Pro Bowl defensive end Osi Umenyiora did not take part in the New York Giants' walkthrough workout Wednesday.
More derelict vessels expected in Northwest
LYLE, Wash. (AP) -- In January, the rusty, oil-filled barge Davy Crockett cracked in half near Washougal along the Columbia River, eventually costing $20 million to clean up.
Rapinoe returns to Portland for Celebration Series
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Megan Rapinoe was thinking a little homage to the Portland Timbers might be in order if she scores when the U.S. women's national team plays Canada on Thursday.
Beanie off and running as 'the man' for Cardinals
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Beanie Wells is off and running as "the man" in the Arizona Cardinals' backfield, so much so that it's not a stretch to ask why he's not carrying it more.
Players gear up for rookie show during NBA lockout
PROVO, Utah (AP) -- Perhaps it is fitting that Thursday's exhibition game between many of the top NBA rookies is being played on a college campus.
3 indicted in sophisticated Wash. hacking scheme
SEATTLE (AP) -- Three Seattle men face charges in federal court that they hacked into the computer systems of dozens of Washington businesses -- sometimes choosing their victims simply by driving around and picking up their wireless Internet signals.
Ga. executes Davis; supporters claim injustice
JACKSON, Ga. (AP) -- Georgia inmate Troy Davis has been executed for the killing of an off-duty police officer in a case that has drawn worldwide support over his claims of innocence. Courts consistently ruled against him, however, and the officer's family says they finally have justice after 22 years.
Relative: Freed Americans catching up with family
NEW YORK (AP) -- The brother-in-law of one of the Americans released from an Iranian prison says his wife is relieved to finally be with her brother again, and they are just enjoying catching up.
Jets' Mangold still hopes to go despite bad ankle
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- New York Jets center Nick Mangold says he is still preparing as if he will play Sunday at Oakland despite having a high ankle sprain that sidelined him for practice.
Jets' Sanchez feels fine, looks for improvement
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez says his banged-up right arm is fine, and he's ready to go against the Oakland Raiders on Sunday.
Bills WR Johnson misses practice with groin injury
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Receiver Steve Johnson has missed practice to rest a nagging groin injury as the Buffalo Bills prepare to host AFC East rival New England this weekend.
Bills RB Jackson still 'annoyed' by contract
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Fred Jackson has the respect of his Buffalo Bills teammates, and the production to show he deserves to be regarded as a top-tiered NFL running back.
Span nervous, excited to play again for Twins
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Denard Span has returned to the Minnesota Twins' lineup for the first time in more than five weeks.
Washington boy pulled from ocean finally home
A 12-year-old Washington state boy pulled seemingly lifeless from the Pacific Ocean six weeks ago after being underwater for at least 15 minutes is well enough to go home.
Fever face Dream in WNBA's East finals
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Homecourt advantage might not mean much for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA Eastern Conference finals.
ODOT says road projects may need to be cut
SALEM, Ore. (AP) -- Oregon transportation officials say they may have to scale back plans for highway work because revenue from the gasoline tax is coming in slower than expected.
Officer charged in man's death pleads not guilty
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) -- A California police officer has pleaded not guilty to manslaughter and excessive force charges in the killing of an unarmed, mentally ill homeless man.
Blue Jackets pare training-camp roster
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- The Columbus Blue Jackets returned seven draft picks to junior clubs and released two others from their tryout contracts.
Steelers run game off to slow start
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has spent the last six weeks talking about the weapons at his disposal.
Lions RB Best doesn't mind flying under the radar
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) -- Detroit Lions running back Jahvid Best doesn't much care if he's mentioned when people talk about the NFC's highest-scoring offense.
Patriots put C Koppen, DL Pryor on injured reserve
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- The New England Patriots have placed center Dan Koppen and defensive lineman Myron Pryor on injured reserve, ending their seasons.
Close Ally wins the Belmont feature
NEW YORK (AP) -- Close Ally rallied to beat Gathering Cloud by three-quarters of a length in the $55,000 allowance feature on the turf at Belmont Park on Wednesday.
Miami's Davis, McDaniel sidelined
MIAMI (AP) -- Injuries have forced cornerback Vontae Davis and defensive end Tony McDaniel to miss the Miami Dolphins' first practice in preparation for Sunday's game at Cleveland.
Court: Fla. salvagers must return silver to Spain
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- A federal appeals court has ruled that Florida deep-sea explorers must give 17 tons of silver coins from a sunken 19th century Spanish galleon back to the government of Spain.
Turnover troubles among Chiefs' many problems
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Kansas City Chiefs were among the best teams in the league last season at protecting the football, one of the reasons whey went a surprising 10-6 and won the AFC West.
Wilson set to make debut as starter in SEC
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) -- Arkansas quarterback Tyler Wilson will make his debut as a starter in the Southeastern Conference when the No. 14 Razorbacks face No. 3 Alabama on Saturday.
AP source: Navy, Air Force top Big East targets
NEW YORK (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the discussions tells The Associated Press that Navy and Air Force are the top choices for Big East expansion, but as football-only members.
Appeals court in Va. tosses 2 Abu Ghraib lawsuits
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- A federal appeals court in Virginia has dismissed two lawsuits by former Iraqi detainees who claimed they were tortured at the Abu Ghraib prison.
In Our View: Striking Omission
Tacoma schools standoff shows state needs specific penalties for public workers who strike
One of the overriding principles that has guided the United States for 224 years is the fact that we are a nation of laws. Not rule by military junta or political change by force of coup, but laws that govern us and are used to resolve disputes. This becomes relevant when considering the situation in Tacoma, where Tacoma Public Schools teachers have been on strike since Sept. 12. The strike — over issues such as pay, class size and the handling of job transfers — has idled 28,000 students in the state’s third-largest school district.
Esther Cepeda: Grandfather’s sins haunt Latina official
The pro-amnesty lobby is having a field day with the revelation that New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez, a Republican tough on illegal immigration, had grandparents who came to the United States illegally. Commentators have been quick to jab that, aside from 1930 Census records confirming the illegal status of the governor’s paternal grandparents, it is unknown whether they had driver’s licenses. That is a thinly veiled dig at Martinez’s crusade to change her state’s long-standing leniency in granting licenses to illegal immigrants as long as they pass a written test and demonstrate they can turn, stop and park a car.
Girls cross country preview: Budding rivalry between freshmen
Freshman cross country runners Fuller, Efraimson serve notice at Run-a-Ree
Seeing as how they are in the same grade, ran for the same club team last year, and have enjoyed one another’s company at sleepovers, one might expect Union freshman Alexis Fuller and Camas freshman Alexa Efraimson to be close. But this is ridiculous.
Talking Points: Jeff George wants to play for Colts
What’s the buzz from the world of sports? Here are some items that will have people talking: Remember Jeff George?
Columbian reporter wins regional award
The Columbian has won a second-place award in the prestigious Pacific Northwest Newspaper Association’s annual C.B. Blethen Memorial Awards contest.
Athletes of the week
Football PARKER HENRY, Skyview: The senior rushed 13 times for 202 yards and three touchdowns and added a 29-yard interception return for another TD in Skyview’s win over Heritage.
School district looking for "Lunch Buddies"
The Vancouver School District Foundation will host the first of two information sessions next week for residents interested in becoming a “lunch buddy” mentor to a local child.
Voter rally set at WSU Vancouver
Because college students aren't big voters, the Associated Students of Washington State University Vancouver have cooked up a rally to help change that.
Clinic offers free medical, dental care
Uninsured and under-insured east Vancouver residents will have access to free medical and dental services this weekend.
Former CCC workers asked to share stories
Local participants in the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) between 1933 and 1942 are invited to share their stories on Nov. 12 in Vancouver.
Businesses seeing benefits of workers' comp overhaul
A major overhaul of Washington’s workers’ compensation system is already helping keep costs down for businesses.
County's free heat duct inspection expands
Clark County Community Development has expanded an energy audit program to Ridgefield, so residents can sign up to have a free home heating duct inspection.
Free workshop to focus on tree pruning
A free workshop this Thursday will offer tips on how to properly prune trees ahead of the fall season.
Fewer new people migrate to county in August
Relocation to Clark County in August dropped considerably when compared with the same month last year, as measured by the number of out-of-area drivers’ licenses exchanged for local ones.
Number of employers lined up for jobs fair at nearly 60
At least 57 employers will participate in a Sept. 28 jobs fair in Vancouver organized by Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, the Camas Republican said in a news release Tuesday.
Letter: Expectations are being met
Expectations are being met A few weeks ago, Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Camas, sent an email newsletter talking about her six coffee shop community meetings, three Rotary Club visits, three business tours, two roundtable discussions with local professionals, two media appearances, and other activities here in the area.
Letter: Riley connects to district's sentiment
The Democrats in the 49th district have pushed for a state income tax numerous times while their constituents repeatedly vote against it.
Letter: Time for change in local government
The people of Clark County are not being served to their best interests.
Letter: Can't ignore religion in history
The Sept. 11 story “Teachers struggle to find ways to teach 9/11” was quite upsetting.
Letter: Search out private investors
I am in support of the new baseball stadium plan.
Letter: Council has qualified candidate
Battle Ground is having an important election in November. Usually, it is difficult to convince qualified people to run for office.
Death Notices
Barber, Henry A., 51, Vancouver, died Sept. 18, 2011. Cascadia Cremation & Burial Services, 360-213-2060. Delaney, Frederick E., 81, Vancouver, died Sept. 8, 2011. Davies Cremation & Burial Services, 360-693-1036.
Correction
C-Tran levy: Proposition 1 would raise C-Tran’s local sales tax by 0.2 percentage points if approved. Incorrect information appeared in a C1 article Tuesday.
Pets of the week
These pets are among those available for adoption from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Humane Society for Southwest Washington, 1100 N.E. 192nd Ave., Vancouver. Fees — which can include registered microchip, health exam, a spay or neuter certificate and vaccination — vary. Call 360-693-4746.
Letter: Those who pilfer are the enemy
Twelve billion dollars for a vitrification treatment plant to clean up Hanford near Richland.
Neighbors calendar
A list of neighborhood meetings and events.
What's Up With That? Japanese gate marks park’s once-and-future pond
I would like to know the history of the Japanese “pagoda” (for the lack of a better term) that sits in Pleasant Valley Park. It has been there for the entire 17 years that I have lived in the area, and there used to be a pond underneath with swans in it. Today, the pond is dry and the swans are long gone, but the structure remains. None of our neighbors really knows how this structure came to be. —Dale Hillman, Pleasant Valley
Letter: Return to unity after 9/11
After seeing, again, all the photos from 9/11, the same thing occurs to me, as it always does.
Workshop educates firms on how to sell to governments
Vancouver Workshop educates firms on how to sell to governments
Prep notes: Ex-Bay coach earns spot in Hall
Bob Lynn, who coached wrestling at Hudson’s Bay High School for 28 years, will be part of the 2011 class of inductees into the Washington State Wrestling Coaches Association Hall of Fame.
Paul Valencia: So far, prep fall sports season has been fun
Commentary: Paul Valencia
Hope you are having fun with the new high school sports year. Here are a few things I think look like a lot of fun. • Air Hyde at Prairie High School.
More than 25 percent of county’s kids food insecure
They aren’t getting enough meals to spur health, growth
More than a quarter of Clark County children aren’t getting enough healthy meals to nourish their growing bodies or, in some cases, aren’t getting enough food, period. Locally, 28 percent of kids and 17.3 percent of adults are food insecure, according to statistics recently released by the Chicago-based nonprofit, Feeding America. That translates to 31,160 children and 72,140 adults in Clark County, according to the nonprofit.
Everybody has a story: Grandma’s life grew more exciting as her memory aged
My Swedish grandma enjoyed a wonderfully long life. She died in 1973 at the age of 102, and we all miss her still. She never completely lost her accent, her wonderful sense of humor nor her connection with her Maker, but during those final years the brain occasionally played little tricks.
Rotary Club panhandles for polio
Salmon Creek — A homeless man, wearing a fuzzy hat, ragged clothing and walking with a cane, approached Nadine Louviere on the corner of 134th Street and 20th Avenue. Louviere’s “Panhandling for Polio” partners from Rotary were concerned for her welfare when the man hung around longer than most. At the end of the conversation, the man reached into a bag he was carrying and pulled out a jar with a dollar bill and some change. He reached into the jar and pulled out 60 cents and gave it to Louviere. He bent down, kissed her hand and tipped his hat as he walked away. Turns out his father died from polio. Including the man’s donation, seven Clark County Rotary Clubs raised more than $3,600 on Sept. 10 in their effort to help eradicate polio. To find out more about the cause, visit http://www.panhandlingforpolio.com.
Marshall Park gets new play area
Central Park — A riverine area with bridge, a play boat, log walks and lily pad-shaped logs are among the new arrivals at Marshall Community Park.
Dancing With the Local Stars marks new fundraising record
Hudson’s Bay — Jason Hudson of solid-waste services company Waste Connections Inc. and his dance partner were crowned champions of the Fort Vancouver National Trust’s Dancing With the Local Stars fundraising event on Sept. 10.
Teen chosen for leadership conference committee
Hazel Dell — Twristan Waite, 17, has been selected to serve on the 2012 National Keystone Conference Steering Committee. Waite — this year’s president of the Keystone Program at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington — and her adviser, John Andersen, director of Teen Services, will attend committee meetings in Fort Worth, Texas, the site of the 2012 conference. The two were selected because of their positive impact on Keystone members and the Boys & Girls Club movement. Waite will work with nearly a dozen other teens from across the country to organize the conference for more than 1,500 students from around the world. Keystone is a character and leadership development program for high school students.
Bella Vista neighborhood celebrates at annual picnic
Bella Vista — About 80 neighbors gathered for the 2011 Bella Vista picnic Aug. 21 at Bella Vista Park, near Southeast 20th Street and Bella Vista Road. Natalie Howard organized the picnic, which included games, prizes and an inflatable obstacle course. The Bella Vista Neighborhood Association says the event is considered the most important of the year for the area.
Bank applies to build new branch on Andresen
Ogden — A new Chase bank branch might be coming to the neighborhood. Planners are reviewing an application by Jon Thornburg of J.P. Morgan Chase to build a new, one-story 4,120-square-foot bank branch at 2025 N.E. Andresen Road, near the Andresen WinCo store. Plans for the branch call for an attached three-lane drive-through.
Gulf war vet records 9-11 song, video
Central Park — Gulf War veteran Allen Russell of the band OCDlove recently posted online a song and video he wrote about the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Russell calls “The Madness of Ophelia” “a gentle and sweet reminder, and dedication to those lives lost on 9/11 and those who continue to stay lost.” To see the video, visit http://www.youtube.com/ocdlove. Russell lives near Clark College.
Nine area groups to split more than $48,700 in grants
Esther Short — The Vancouver Rotary Foundation awarded more than $48,700 in grants to nine community organizations Sept. 14 at a luncheon at the Red Lion Hotel at the Quay.
Quilters donate to Samaritan’s Purse project
Felida — Blessed Piecemakers, a local quilting group, recently completed nearly 50 small tote bags to be included in gift boxes distributed worldwide each Christmas season through the Samaritan’s Purse mission project. The shoe boxes also typically contain small gifts such as toys and school supplies. The quilting group meets weekly at Felida Baptist Church, 3027 N.W. 119th St. The church will have a packing party to fill the shoe boxes in November.
Amboy fire chief honored
Fargher Lake — Grangers from the Clark County area honored Sam Arola at Fargher Lake’s Appreciation Day ceremony Sept. 10. Craig Lynch, Fargher Grange master, awarded Arola for his role in the community. Arola, a traffic maintenance supervisor in Kelso and fire chief in Amboy, helped with a new fire station at Campers Hideaway and was the main force in starting the lawn mower races at Territorial Days. Several grange members were honored for their time of service: Barbara Hagedorn, 68 years; Ruth Ham, 65 years; Mary Ann Brown, 65 years; Betty Carpenter, 49 years; Maxine Lester, 42 years; and Bianca Elmer, 26 years.
Digital scholar will keep world informed
Salmon Creek — Aaron May, a student in the Creative Media and Digital Culture program at Washington State University Vancouver, is going to be putting out a whole lot of electronic communications over the academic year. He’s been chosen for the 2011-2012 Humanities, Arts, Science and Technology Advanced Collaboratory Scholars Program (http://www.hastac.org). May will report on research taking place in the area of the digital humanities and new media at WSUV and throughout Southwest Washington to an international audience by blogging, tweeting, podcasting, vlogging and any other way he can network online.
Singing group honored by Barberton Grange
Barberton — The Barberton Grange honored the Marshallaires singing group at a luncheon in August. During the luncheon, the grange awarded the choir with the Barberton Grange 2011 Community Citizen Award for its involvement in the community. The choir, made up of senior volunteers, performs locally including at nursing homes and care facilities. There are 52 Marshallaires and are led by director Richard Smitley.
Miffed Grant denies faking injury to slow Rams
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- A somewhat miffed Deon Grant denied faking an injury to slow down the St. Louis Rams' no-huddle offense and give the Giants' defense time to rest in Monday night's nationally televised game.
Satellite still on for Friday freefall from space
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) -- A dead 6-ton satellite is getting closer and closer, and is expected to smack down on Earth on Friday.
Broncos' Decker healthy once again and it shows
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- At long last, Eric Decker's left foot is fine and his mind clear.
Braylon Edwards has knee procedure, out a while
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- 49ers wide receiver Braylon Edwards has undergone a surgical procedure on his injured right knee and will be out for a while, though coach Jim Harbaugh refused to speculate or provide further details.
Okla St gives prez power to change leagues
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) -- Oklahoma State's governing board has granted university president Burns Hargis the power to move the school's teams to a different conference.
Ex-rapper sues former Miami booster over comments
MIAMI (AP) -- Former 2 Live Crew frontman Luther Campbell says a former University of Miami booster "slandered and defamed" him in a Yahoo Sports article.
Ricky the Rhino dies at Olympic Game Farm
SEQUIM, Wash. (AP) -- An African white rhinoceros named Ricky has died at the Olympic Game Farm at Sequim (skwim).
Senate panel rejects GOP bid to undercut NLRB
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Republicans on a Senate panel have failed in an effort to undercut the National Labor Relations Board's case against Boeing Co.
Senate panel OKs limited funds for high-speed rail
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Democratic-led Senate Appropriations Committee has voted to provide $100 million to build high-speed rail lines, a small portion of what President Barack Obama has proposed for one of his economic priorities.
Diet Mountain Dew on tap for Dale Earnhardt Jr.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. will have the Diet Mountain Dew brand on his car starting with next year's Daytona 500.
Spokane County jury deadlocks in obstruction case
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- A Spokane County jury has deadlocked in the case against a former police detective charged with obstructing a state wildlife officer.
Gray uses "dark side" to excel for No. 8 Texas A&M
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) -- With his big smile and easygoing demeanor, Texas A&M running back Cyrus Gray comes across as one of the nicest guys on the team.
Special teams shine for Texans
HOUSTON (AP) -- The Houston Texans have won their first two games of the season and special teams have played a key role.
Ga high court rejects plea to stop Davis execution
ATLANTA (AP) -- Georgia's top court has refused to halt the execution of inmate Troy Davis, leaving him nearly out of options with less than two hours until he's scheduled to die for the killing of a policeman.
Judge refuses to stop Ga. inmate's execution
JACKSON, Ga. (AP) -- A Georgia judge has refused to halt the execution of death row inmate Troy Davis after a last-minute appeal by his attorneys.
Colts' defense determined to turn things around
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indianapolis Colts defense is used to the criticism. They hear it every year.
'Caveman,' not Armstrong, favorite at XTERRA
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Lance Armstrong may be the biggest name in the field, yet to win Saturday's XTERRA USA Championship at Snowbasin Resort he'll probably have to outlast a Caveman.
Bennett apologizes for suggesting US provoked 9/11
NEW YORK (AP) -- Tony Bennett says he's sorry for suggesting the United States provoked the 9/11 attacks.
UConn remains uncommitted to Big East
STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- Multiple officials at Connecticut say the school has not committed to staying in the Big East Conference and continues to look at other conference options.
Interior Department releases Klamath dam statement
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- The Interior Department says removing four hydroelectric dams on the Klamath River in California and Oregon would help boost salmon runs in a river marked by poor water quality and fish disease.
Court urged to reject last-ditch Davis appeal
JACKSON, Ga. (AP) -- Georgia's attorney general is urging a state court to reject a last-ditch appeal by inmate Troy Davis as the clock ticks down to his execution just hours away.
Browns rookies making impact
BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- Eyebrows were raised when the Cleveland Browns used their top two picks in the draft on defensive linemen. The choices seem logical now.
WVU group offers vulgar T-shirt buyback program
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- A West Virginia student group has initiated a buyback program for the vulgar T-shirts Mountaineer fans adorned at a game earlier this season.
Kevin Williams raring to go for 2011 debut
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- Kevin Williams had to sit at home and watch from his couch as the Minnesota Vikings dropped the first two games of the season. All he could do was yell at the television as the Vikings gave away big halftime leads in both games.
WA DSHS errs, pays extra to disability recipients
SEATTLE (AP) -- The state Department of Social and Health Services says it mistakenly handed out extra cash to the 34,000 recipients of a disability program.
Manning back at practice for 2nd time this week
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Peyton Manning was back at Colts practice Wednesday, the second time this week he was seen taking laps around the practice field.
Klinsmann wants Holden, won't rush his US return
PARIS (AP) -- Stuart Holden says U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann wants him on the national team but won't rush him back after being out six months with a knee injury.
Kershaw's 20th win strengthens Cy Young Award bid
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Clayton Kershaw hears the Cy Young Award talk swirling around him, although he won't indulge it. With his 20th victory and major league-leading 2.27 ERA, the low-key Los Angeles Dodgers ace is letting his numbers do the talking.
Fed to shift $400B in holdings to boost economy
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Federal Reserve says it will sell $400 billion of its shorter-term securities to purchase longer-term holdings, its latest effort to boost a weak economy.
FIFA denies Issa Hayatou has Olympics soccer job
ZURICH (AP) -- FIFA says African soccer leader Issa Hayatou was mistakenly announced as head of its committee organizing Olympic tournaments.
R.E.M. calling it quits after 3 decades
NEW YORK (AP) -- R.I.P. to R.E.M.
New league invites St. Cloud St, Western Michigan
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- The National Collegiate Hockey Conference has invited St. Cloud State and Western Michigan to join the new Division I men's hockey conference when it starts play in 2013-14.
Washington boy pulled from ocean finally home
PUYALLUP, Wash. (AP) -- A 12-year-old Washington state boy pulled seemingly lifeless from the Pacific Ocean six weeks ago after being underwater for at least 15 minutes has gone home.
Former Iowa star Greenwood making improvements
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) -- The parents of hospitalized former Iowa football star Brett Greenwood say he continues to fight and make improvements after collapsing during a workout earlier this month.
Report: Armstrong paid banned doc's front company
ROME (AP) -- An Italian newspaper is reporting that Lance Armstrong made payments to an Italian physician banned for doping through a front company in Switzerland.
Vikings' Johnson apologizes after DWI arrest
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Vikings safety Tyrell Johnson is apologizing a day after he was arrested on suspicion of driving while impaired.
Cowboys' Garrett hopeful Romo will play Monday
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett says he's hopeful Tony Romo will play in Monday night's game against the Washington Redskins.
AP sources: UEFA to ask FIFA to scrap August dates
LIMASSOL, Cyprus (AP) -- Two officials with knowledge of the situation say European soccer's governing body will ask FIFA to scrap the August dates for exhibition games.
Union conflict flares at Longview, Wash., terminal
LONGVIEW, Wash. (AP) -- A conflict over Longshore union jobs at the Port of Longview, Wash., grain terminal is flaring up again with the arrest of protesters blocking railroad tracks.
Renewed union clash at Longview, Wash., terminal
LONGVIEW, Wash. (AP) -- A conflict over Longshore union jobs at a Port of Longview grain terminal in Washington flared up again Wednesday with the arrest of protesters blocking railroad tracks.
Renewed union clash at Longview grain terminal
LONGVIEW, Wash. (AP) -- A conflict over Longshore union jobs at a Port of Longview grain terminal flared up again Wednesday with the arrest of protesters blocking railroad tracks.
Sorenstam: Europe needs to beat US in Solheim Cup
DUNSANY, Ireland (AP) -- Annika Sorenstam says Europe needs a win against the United States in the Solheim Cup to end talk that the biennial match-play event is too one-sided.
White House threatens to veto bill blocking EPA
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The White House is threatening to veto the latest attempt by House Republicans to thwart pollution regulations, saying the GOP bill would slow and undermine critical health protections.
Whooping cough diagnosed in E. Ore. county
UMATILLA, Ore. (AP) -- Public health authorizes in Eastern Oregon say a school-age child has come down with whooping cough.
LeBron James honored by Boys & Girls Clubs
WASHINGTON (AP) -- LeBron James of the Miami Heat has received the "Champion of Youth" award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
Roommate backs accuser at trial of ex-Mizzou RB
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) -- A former roommate is supporting the account of a woman who is accusing ex-Missouri running back Derrick Washington of felony sexual assault.
Last family suing over 9/11 says judge gutted case
BOSTON (AP) -- The family fighting the last remaining wrongful death lawsuit against the airlines from the Sept. 11 attacks says it settled because the judge "essentially gutted" their case.
AP Interview: Salazar: Solar push will continue
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Interior Secretary Ken Salazar says the Obama administration will continue its push for solar energy despite growing controversy over a $500 million loan to a now-bankrupt California solar panel maker.
Redskins S Landry plans to play Monday vs Cowboys
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Washington Redskins safety LaRon Landry says he plans on returning from his hamstring injury for Monday night's game against the Dallas Cowboys.
Chiefs put RB Charles on IR, promote WR Horne
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Kansas City Chiefs have officially placed running back Jamaal Charles on season-ending injured reserve and promoted wide receiver Jeremy Horne from the practice squad.
Star Canadian speedskater Kristina Groves retires
CALGARY, Alberta (AP) -- Canadian speedskater Kristina Groves has retired after a career in which she won four medals at the Olympics and 18 at the world championships.
Cosmopolis still considering lawn height limit
COSMOPOLIS, Wash. (AP) -- The Cosmopolis City Council is expected to talk about a lawn height limit again at its Wednesday night meeting.
Cubs manager Quade expects to return
CHICAGO (AP) -- Chicago Cubs manager Mike Quade expects to return next season, despite the team's dismal record and numerous changes ahead, including the hiring of a new general manager.
Mackenzie Caquatto sprains ankle at selection camp
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Mackenzie Caquatto has sprained her ankle at the final selection camp for the world championships team, an injury that could have big implications for the U.S. squad.
Ore. to pave path from White City VA facility
WHITE CITY, Ore. (AP) -- The state is going to put asphalt on a dirt path that veterans in Southern Oregon have long used to make their way from a Veterans Affairs facility to town.
NFL memo warns teams on faking injuries
NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL has sent a memo to all 32 teams warning of fines, suspensions and loss of draft picks if the league determines players faked injuries during a game.
NFL memo warns teams on faking injurues
NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL has sent a memo to all 32 teams warning of fines, suspensions and loss of draft picks if the league determines players faked injuries during a game.
Quinnipiac basketball players face assault charges
HAMDEN, Conn. (AP) -- Two Quinnipiac University basketball players arrested over the weekend on assault charges remain on the team pending the results of a university investigation into the incident.
Hixon tears ACL for second straight year
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- New York Giants receiver Domenik Hixon has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee for the second straight year.
Texas prez says Big 12 money deals can be redone
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Texas officials say they are open to a new revenue-sharing model in the Big 12 and have already suggested that top-level television and cable money be shared equally.
Texas president suggests revenue sharing an option
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- University of Texas President William Powers says creating stability is the top priority for the Big 12 and suggested Texas is open to a new revenue-sharing model.
Kotalik gets second chance with Sabres
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Forward Ales Kotalik is back in Buffalo, hoping to make the most of his second shot with a Sabres team he never envisioned would want him back.
Umberger signs 5-year extension with Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Forward R.J. Umberger will be a Columbus Blue Jacket for a while longer.
Cribbs named AFC's best special teamer
BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- Browns return specialist Josh Cribbs has been selected as the AFC's special teams player of the week for his performance in a win at Indianapolis.
US picked to host 2015 cycling world championships
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) -- The United States has been selected to host the 2015 road cycling world championships, bringing the event to the U.S. for the first time since 1986.
Europe's 53 soccer nations criticize Swiss club
LIMASSOL, Cyprus (AP) -- The Swiss club FC Sion has been sharply criticized for taking soccer authorities to court after the team was expelled from the Europa League.
Armed Services chairman: Cuts could mean draft
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee is suggesting that further reductions to projected defense spending could force the U.S. to reinstate the military draft.
Searchers find no trace of missing Ore. volunteer
RIDDLE, Ore. (AP) -- Searchers say they have turned up no trace of a Portland man who vanished over the weekend from an encampment of the Cycle Oregon bicycle tour.
Hughes gets painkiller injection in back
NEW YORK (AP) -- Yankees pitcher Phil Hughes has received an injection of painkiller to alleviate a seven-year-old back injury that recurred.
Hughes scratched by Yankees because of back spasm
NEW YORK (AP) -- Phil Hughes has been scratched from his start for the New York Yankees against Tampa Bay because of a back spasm.
10,000 ponderosa pines to be planted at Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- The Lands Council environmental group is enlisting hundreds of volunteers for a mass planting of 10,000 ponderosa pine seedlings on Oct. 22 around Spokane.
Chela, Seppi advance to quarterfinals in Bucharest
BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) -- Defending champion Juan Ignacio Chela of Argentina advanced to the quarterfinals of the Nastase Tiriac Trophy on Wednesday, defeating Florent Serra of France 6-1, 6-0.
Tony Martin wins men's time trial world title
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) -- Tony Martin of Germany won the men's time trial at the road cycling world championship ahead of Bradley Wiggins of Britain and Fabian Cancellera of Switzerland on Wednesday.
