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NORTHWEST NEWS

Summer Classes, Camps and Experiences for Portland Teens

Although registration for a number of local programs has closed, it’s not too late: We found an impressive list of no-cost and low-cost camps, classes and other experiences to fill your teen’s summer break.

Parts of Washington State Parental Rights Law Criticized as a ‘Forced Outing’ Placed on Hold

A provision outlining how and when schools must respond to records requests from parents was placed on hold, as well as a provision permitting a parent to access their student’s medical and mental health records. 

Seattle Police Officer Fired for off-Duty Racist Comments

The termination stemmed from an altercation with his neighbor, Zhen Jin, over the disposal of dog bones at the condominium complex where they lived in Kenmore. The Seattle Office of Police Accountability had recommended a range of disciplinary actions, from a 30-day suspension to termination of employment.

New Holgate Library to Open in July

Grand opening celebration begins July 13 with ribbon cutting, food, music, fun

NEWS BRIEFS

Pier Pool Closed Temporarily for Major Repairs

North Portland outdoor pool has a broken water line; crews looking into repairs ...

Music on Main Returns for Its 17th Year

Free outdoor concerts in downtown Portland Wednesdays, July 10–August 28 ...

Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care Marks One Year Anniversary

New agency reflects on progress and evolves strategies to meet early care needs ...

Governor Kotek Endorses Carmen Rubio for Portland Mayor

The campaign to elect Carmen Rubio as Portland’s next Mayor has announced that Governor Tina Kotek has thrown her support...

PCC’s Literary Art Magazines Reach New Heights

Two of PCC’s student-led periodicals hit impressive anniversaries, showcasing the college’s strong commitment to the literary...

1 shot at shopping mall food court in Seattle suburb

LYNNWOOD, Wash. (AP) — A person was shot in a shopping mall food court in a Seattle suburb on Wednesday evening, law enforcement officials said. The female of unknown age was shot at Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood, said Lt. Glenn DeWitt of the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office. He was...

Flight to New Hampshire diverted after man exposes himself, federal officials say

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A flight to Manchester, New Hampshire, was diverted Wednesday after a man allegedly exposed himself and urinated in the aisle of the airplane, officials said. The 25-year-old Oregon man was arrested and charged with indecent exposure after the flight landed at...

Missouri governor says new public aid plan in the works for Chiefs, Royals stadiums

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said Thursday that he expects the state to put together an aid plan by the end of the year to try to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals from being lured across state lines to new stadiums in Kansas. Missouri's renewed efforts...

Kansas governor signs bills enabling effort to entice Chiefs and Royals with new stadiums

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas' governor signed legislation Friday enabling the state to lure the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs and Major League Baseball's Royals away from neighboring Missouri by helping the teams pay for new stadiums. Gov. Laura Kelly's action came three days...

OPINION

Minding the Debate: What’s Happening to Our Brains During Election Season

The June 27 presidential debate is the real start of the election season, when more Americans start to pay attention. It’s when partisan rhetoric runs hot and emotions run high. It’s also a chance for us, as members of a democratic republic. How? By...

State of the Nation’s Housing 2024: The Cost of the American Dream Jumped 47 Percent Since 2020

Only 1 in 7 renters can afford homeownership, homelessness at an all-time high ...

Juneteenth is a Sacred American Holiday

Today, when our history is threatened by erasure, our communities are being dismantled by systemic disinvestment, Juneteenth can serve as a rallying cry for communal healing and collective action. ...

NAREB: Down Payment Assistance Programs Boost Home Ownership for Black Consumers

Here is how to get assistance. ...

AFRICAN AMERICANS IN THE NEWS

Today in History: July 5, Dolly the sheep marks cloning breakthrough

Today in History Today is Friday, July 5, the 187th day of 2024. There are 179 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On July 5, 1996, Dolly the sheep, the first mammal cloned from an adult somatic cell by scientists at the Roslin...

30th annual Essence Festival of Culture kicks off in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The City of New Orleans on Thursday officially welcomed thousands of people descending on the Big Easy for the Essence Festival of Culture. The celebration has been around for three decades — no easy feat, Essence CEO Caroline Wanga said Thursday during a news...

As temperatures soar, judge tells Louisiana to help protect prisoners working in fields

Amid blistering summer temperatures, a federal judge ordered Louisiana to take steps to protect the health and safety of incarcerated workers toiling in the fields of a former slave plantation, saying they face “substantial risk of injury or death.” The state immediately appealed the decision. ...

ENTERTAINMENT

Quincy Wilson Makes History as Youngest U.S. Male Track & Field Athlete to Make Olympic Team

Arthur Crudup: What to Know About the Bluesman Who Wrote Elvis's First Hit and Barely Got Paid

Meet Glenn Burke, The Black Baseball Pioneer Who Invented The High-Five

Sha’Carri Richardson Qualifies for 2024 Paris Olympics After Winning 100m Sprint

U.S. & WORLD NEWS

Baltimore Students Make History as First Team of Black Women to Win Policy Debate at Chicago Tournament

Biden-Harris Campaign Energized by Weekend of Action Following Sleepy Debate

Supreme Court Rules Ex-Presidents Have Broad Immunity, Dimming Chance of a Pre-Election Trump Trial

American and British Voters Share Deep Roots and Both Distrust their Political Leaders

Rishi Sunak's campaign in the UK election showed his lack of political touch

LONDON (AP) — Rishi Sunak's campaign to remain Britain's prime minister showed a lack of political touch. ...

The Latest | Keir Starmer is officially the new UK prime minister

Labour leader Keir Starmer officially became prime minister of the United Kingdom on Friday after his party won a...

US employers added a solid 206,000 jobs in June in a sign of continued economic strength

WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s employers delivered another healthy month of hiring in June, adding 206,000 jobs...

Post-communist generation is hoping for a new era of democracy in Mongolia

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia (AP) — Tsenguun Saruulsaikhan, a young and newly minted member of Mongolia's parliament,...

Fierce fighting breaks out as militias launch new attacks against regime in Myanmar's civil war

BANGKOK (AP) — New fighting has broken out in northeastern Myanmar, bringing an end to a Chinese-brokered...

Hurricane Beryl slams into Mexico’s coast as a Category 2 storm; 11 dead across the Caribbean

TULUM, Mexico (AP) — Hurricane Beryl roared ashore on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula near the resort town of Tulum...

By The Skanner News | The Skanner News

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church will be hosting the second annual "Career Information Day" from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 14 at Mt. Olivet Conference Room, 8501 N. Chautuaqua St.
The event is organized in conjunction with the National Society of Black Engineers and features dozens of different professionals, from doctors and lawyers to engineers, pilots and small business owners.
The event is free and students are strongly encouraged to attend, as there will be information regarding summer jobs and internship opportunities.

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