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NBA star Kevin Durant donates $1 million to tornado relief

The Associated Press — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:01:00 EDT

Oklahoma City Thunder star Kevin Durant is pledging $1 million for tornado relief through his family foundation.

Winterhawks top Ontario champs 6-3 in Memorial Cup

FOX 12 Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:02:00 EDT

The Portland Winterhawks defeated the London Knights, Ontario Hockey League champions, 6-3 Monday at the Credit Union Centre in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in their second game of the 2013 MasterCard Memorial Cup.

Rock 'n' Roll Portland Half Marathon kicks off Rose Festival

FOX 12 Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:41:00 EDT

About 10,000 runners took to the streets for the second annual Rock 'N Roll Half Marathon.

Thorns earn 2-0 win over Washington Spirit

FOX 12 Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:55:00 EDT

Forward duo Christine Sinclair and Alex Morgan each scored a goal as Portland Thorns FC defeated the Washington Spirit 2-0 before a crowd of 12,474 at JELD-WEN Field on Sunday afternoon.

Oregon State beats Oregon 12-2 in Civil War rubber match

The Associated Press — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:08:00 EDT

Michael Conforto hit a grand slam home run and Oregon State defeated Oregon 12-2 on Sunday in the rubber match of the Civil War series this weekend at PK Park.

Valencia gives Timbers 2-2 draw with Whitecaps

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:24:00 EDT

Second-half substitute Jose Valencia scored in the 83rd minute to give the Portland Timbers a 2-2 draw against the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday night.

Hillsboro Hops debut uniforms for inaugural season

FOX 12 Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:09:00 EDT

They have their name, they have their ballpark and now the Hillsboro Hops have their uniforms.

After unbeaten start, Portland Thorns suffer first loss

FOX 12 Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:54:00 EDT

An 80th-minute goal by second-half substitute midfielder Taylor Lytle guided Sky Blue FC to a 1-0 win over Portland Thorns FC on Thursday night before 11,055 fans at JELD-WEN Field.

Beckham to retire from soccer at end of season

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:01:00 EDT

David Beckham is retiring from soccer, ending a career in which he became a global superstar who transcended the sport.

NBA owners reject Sacramento Kings move to Seattle

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:10:00 EDT

The Kings are staying in Sacramento, and Seattle will have to wait for another NBA franchise.

MLS player suspended for shoving Timbers ball boy

Ian Forrest — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:32:00 EDT

A Chivas USA midfielder has been suspended for one match after he shoved a Timbers ball boy during the second half of Sunday's match at JELD-WEN Field.

Is this painting worth $43 million?

Staff and AP reports — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:14:00 EDT

Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft and owner of the Portland Trail Blazers and Seattle Seahawks, has sold a 1953 painting for $43.8 million at a New York City auction, according to reports.

Lillard unanimously chosen for NBA's All Rookie First Team

FOX 12 Staff — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:31:00 EDT

Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard was chosen to the All Rookie First Team by a unanimous vote of the NBA's head coaches.

Cliff Harris makes court appearance after 3 arrests

FOX 12 Staff — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:17:00 EDT

Cliff Harris makes court appearance after three arrests.

UO student, tennis star drowns in accident

Kai Porter — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:07:00 EDT

Friends and family are remembering a star tennis player from the University of Oregon who drowned Saturday afternoon in Linn County.

Winterhawks to hold rally at Pioneer Square

FOX 12 Staff — Mon, 13 May 2013 17:00:00 EDT

A big crowd turned out to welcome home the WHL champion Portland Winterhawks on Sunday night, and now the date and time has been set for a celebration in downtown Portland.

UO multi-sport athlete nominated for 'Sports Illustrated' honor

Paul Craig — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:53:00 EDT

Sports Illustrated has nominated Liz Brenner as one of the five finalists for female college athlete of the year.

Winterhawks win WHL championship

Ben Senger — Mon, 13 May 2013 09:30:00 EDT

The Portland Winterhawks claimed the third WHL title in franchise history Sunday by defeating the Edmonton Oil Kings 5-1 in Game 6 of the final at Rexall Place in Edmonton.

Timbers top Chivas USA

Trevor Haynes — Mon, 13 May 2013 09:18:00 EDT

The Portland Timbers beat out Chivas USA Saturday afternoon with a convincing 3-0 win.

Unbeaten in eight matches, Timbers tie FC Dallas 1-1

FOX 12 Staff — Thu, 9 May 2013 10:10:00 EDT

Forward Darlington Nagbe scored his third goal of the season and goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts made four saves as the Portland Timbers earned a 1-1 draw against MLS leader FC Dallas on Wednesday to extend their unbeaten streak to an MLS-best eight games.

Winterhawks win again, now one victory away from WHL title

FOX 12 Staff — Thu, 9 May 2013 10:05:00 EDT

The Portland Winterhawks took a 3-1 lead in the WHL Final with a 2-1 win in Game 4 Wednesday over the Edmonton Oil Kings at Rexall Place in Edmonton.

Winterhawks take 2-1 series lead with Game 3 win

FOX 12 Staff — Wed, 8 May 2013 09:26:00 EDT

The Portland Winterhawks won Game 3 of the WHL Final 3-1 over the Edmonton Oil Kings at Rexall Place in Edmonton Tuesday to take a 2-1 series lead in the WHL Final.

Timbers sign one defender, lose another to ACL injury

FOX 12 Staff — Fri, 3 May 2013 19:47:00 EDT

The Portland Timbers announced Friday they signed a new defender for the remainder of the 2013 season.

NFL player helps break ground on new track for Grant High School

Bryce Madison — Fri, 3 May 2013 10:45:00 EDT

Portland native and NFL player Ndamukong Suh helped celebrate a new addition to his old high school.

Timbers now unbeaten in seven straight games after 0-0 draw

FOX 12 Staff — Fri, 3 May 2013 09:39:00 EDT

The Portland Timbers extended their unbeaten streak to seven games, playing the New England Revolution to a scoreless draw at JELD-WEN Field on Thursday night.

It's unanimous! Damian Lillard is Rookie of the Year

Paul Craig — Wed, 1 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

The Blazers point guard won the award unanimously and became just the fourth player in NBA history to do so.

Blazers tweet tips off 'major announcement' about Lillard

Paul Craig — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:06:00 EDT

The Blazers are hosting a press conference Wednesday where it is expected Damian Lillard will be named Rookie of the Year.

Former Blazer Martell Webster on Collins: 'I'm proud of him'

Kaitlyn Bolduc — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:30:00 EDT

For the first time in sports history, an active professional male athlete in a major American sports league has as come out as gay.

League announces Winterhawks schedule for championship series

FOX 12 Staff — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:57:00 EDT

Who will the Portland Winterhawks face on Friday in Game 1 of the WHL Championship Series? We'll find out Tuesday.

NBA player tells 'Sports Illustrated': 'I'm gay'

Ian Forrest — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:36:00 EDT

Jason Collins, who has played for six NBA teams in his career, tells Sports Illustrated, "I'm black and I'm gay."

Ducks RB Barner drafted by Carolina Panthers

The Associated Press — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:25:00 EDT

The Panthers have selected Oregon running back Kenjon Barner with their sixth-round pick in the NFL draft.

Timbers celebrate hard-fought win over Sporting KC

Trevor Haynes — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:44:00 EDT

The Portland Timbers are celebrating a hard-fought 3-2 away win at Sporting Kansas City Saturday afternoon.

Univ. of Oregon to Iowa high school: Stop using our logo

The Associated Press — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:59:00 EDT

A northwest Iowa school district superintendent says the Okoboji Pioneers team will phase out its use of an "O" logo after receiving complaints from the University of Oregon.

Ducks player Dion Jordan picked No. 3 in NFL Draft

The Associated Press — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:36:00 EDT

The Miami Dolphins traded up to the No. 3 overall pick in the NFL draft to select outside linebacker Dion Jordan of Oregon.

Timbers earn 1-1 draw against San Jose

FOX 12 Staff — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:57:00 EDT

The Portland Timbers extended their unbeaten run to five games and remain unbeaten on the road this season, playing the San Jose Earthquakes to a 1-1 draw behind a goal from midfielder Diego Valeri on Sunday night at Buck Shaw Stadium.

Portland Thorns top Seattle 2-1 in home opener

FOX 12 Staff — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 23:38:00 EDT

Sunday's attendance was larger than any single-game crowd during the three-year duration of Women's Professional Soccer (WPS) from 2009-11 and also ranks among the top single-game attendance marks in women's professional soccer history in the United States.

Ducks football program asks for two-year probation

Staff and AP reports — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:37:00 EDT

The university released documents that characterize one violation as "major."

San Jose player apologizes for gay slur in Timbers match

Staff and AP reports — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:34:00 EDT

San Jose Earthquakes forward who is alleged to have yelled a homophobic slur at a Portland Timbers player issued an apology Sunday night.

AP Source: Coach K returning to US men's team

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:17:00 EDT

By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer Mike Krzyzewski had decided to remain coach of the U.S. men's Olympic basketball team.

Family Ties: Jarrett, Petty enter NASCAR hall

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:57:00 EDT

NASCAR honored members of its royal families with inductions into the Hall of Fame on Wednesday.

Zach Johnson always feels good at Colonial

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

Zach Johnson always feels good when he gets to Colonial.

WR Crabtree tears right Achilles tendon

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

The San Francisco 49ers suddenly have a huge void in their receiving corps as they chase another Super Bowl berth: Michael Crabtree is sidelined after surgery on his right Achilles tendon.

Inaugural tournament cut to 54 holes

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

Stacy Lewis brings more value to the LPGA Tour that just her golf.

Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.

Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:36:00 EDT

By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would serve fried chicken if they were to have dinner at the U.S. Open, an ugly addition to nearly two weeks of verbal...

NBA draft order set, so who goes No. 1?

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:17:00 EDT

By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer The Cleveland Cavaliers are on top of the NBA draft yet again, only this time there is no LeBron James waiting to save them. There may not even be a Kyrie Irving.

Clark future uncertain if tour follows anchor ban

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:16:00 EDT

Tim Clark considers his future in golf uncertain now that the game's two governing bodies have outlawed the anchored putting stroke.

Ex-US captain Reyna to direct NYC soccer team

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:16:00 EDT

A day after New York City FC was born, Claudio Reyna became the team's first employee.

Veteran DB Charles Woodson returns to Raiders

Tue, 21 May 2013 23:36:00 EDT

Charles Woodson is coming back home to Oakland.

Sports world keeps eye on Oklahoma tornado

Tue, 21 May 2013 01:15:00 EDT

By The Associated Press The massive tornado that ripped through a handful of Oklahoma City suburbs and killed at least 50 people grabbed the attention of the sports world on Monday, especially the players...

QB Mitchell decides on North Carolina State

Mon, 20 May 2013 21:55:00 EDT

Former Arkansas quarterback Brandon Mitchell says he is transferring to North Carolina State to play his final season.

Kansas lands transfer Tarik Black from Memphis

Mon, 20 May 2013 21:55:00 EDT

Memphis forward Tarik Black is transferring to Kansas and will be eligible to play immediately.

Prince to miss a few weeks to play for Russia

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:32:00 EDT

By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Epiphanny Prince is headed to Russia.

Strasburg goes 8 to beat hometown Padres 6-2

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:51:00 EDT

Stephen Strasburg had quite the homecoming.

OJ back in court; Day 4 of bid for new Vegas trial

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:51:00 EDT

The lead defense attorney in O.J. Simpson's armed robbery trial had a conflict of interest because he could have been a witness in the case, a lawyer who worked on Simpson's unsuccessful appeal to the Nevada Supreme...

US Open tennis leaving CBS for ESPN in 2015

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:11:00 EDT

By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer The U.S. Open tennis tournament will leave CBS after nearly a half-century and move all TV coverage to cable starting in 2015 under an 11-year contract with ESPN.

OJ Simpson testifies in bid for new Vegas trial

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:10:00 EDT

His leg shackles rattling as he shuffled to and from the witness stand, O.J. Simpson made his own case Wednesday for a new trial on armed robbery charges with testimony that he relied on the advice of his trusted attorney...

Penn State defends medical changes after report

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:00:00 EDT

Penn State coach Bill O'Brien is fervently disputing suggestions raised in a report that player medical care has been compromised after the team doctor was replaced.

Oregon releases more docs in NCAA investigation

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:02:00 EDT

Oregon received a formal notice of allegations in December related into the NCAA investigation into its use of recruiting services.

Timbers sign defender Rauwshan McKenzie

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:58:00 EDT

The Portland Timbers signed defender Rauwshan McKenzie on Wednesday and waived defender Ryan Kawulok.

Neb gets another shot at Ducks in super regional

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:58:00 EDT

The Nebraska softball team isn't fazed by having to travel to Oregon to play the third-seeded Ducks in this weekend's NCAA super regional.

This Hour: Latest Washington, Oregon and Alaska sports

Wed, 22 May 2013 05:34:00 EDT

Mike Trout hit for the cycle and drove in five runs, Josh Hamilton celebrated his 32nd birthday with a homer and a triple, and Howie Kendrick also went deep in the Los Angeles Angels' 12-0 rout of the Seattle Mariners on...

Sports Minute: Here is the latest Washington, Oregon and Alaska sports news from The Associated Press

Wed, 22 May 2013 05:34:00 EDT

Bears, Kyle Long agree to deal

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:15:00 EDT

The Chicago Bears and first-round draft pick Kyle Long agreed to a four-year contract Friday.

Ducks defeat Beavers 3-0 in Civil War opener

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:15:00 EDT

Tommy Thorpe allowed just two hits over eight-plus innings and the Oregon Ducks defeated Oregon State 3-0 Friday night in the opening game of a three-game Civil War series at PK Park.

Beavers and Ducks put Pac-12 focus on Oregon

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:41:00 EDT

There's a certain civility to the Civil War baseball rivalry between Oregon and Oregon State.

Nate Tibbetts joins Blazers as assistant coach

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:50:00 EDT

Nate Tibbetts has joined the Portland Trail Blazers as an assistant coach.

Man in handcuffs shows up at police station, gets arrested

The Associated Press — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:04:00 EDT

A man was arrested at the Centralia Police Station after showing up in handcuffs.

Body of missing Portland woman found in Hawaii

FOX 12 Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:56:00 EDT

The medical examiner's office in Hawaii confirmed Tuesday the body of Ivanice Harris was found near Yokohama Bay. A cause of death has not yet been determined.

Crash knocks out power, damages driver's new Corvette

FOX 12 Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:53:00 EDT

It was lights out Tuesday night for more than 2,000 people in Clackamas County after a single-car crash near Southeast Bakers Ferry Road and Highway 224 in Boring.

Woman brags about hit-and-run on Twitter, cops tweet back

Ray Downs — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:13:00 EDT

The first rule of Twitter - it's not smart to tweet about a crime.

Voters strike down fluoride in Portland water

FOX 12 Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:07:00 EDT

Portland will remain the largest city in the country without fluoridated water after voters struck down the measure with 60 percent of the vote.

Woman sees her car on Good Day Oregon - with police chasing it

Ian Forrest — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:52:00 EDT

It's not every day you see your car on the morning news, but a Portland-area woman was just as surprised to see it involved in a high-speed chase.

'Man's best friend to the end': Dog stands watch over owner's body in tornado wreckage

Tom Ensey — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:16:00 EDT

A heartbreaking photo of a little dog guarding the body of his owner, who was killed in the Moore, OK, tornado, is going viral.

1 killed in London terror attack, 2 suspects hospitalized

RNN Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:21:00 EDT

One man is dead after two men attacked him in broad daylight with knives and meat cleavers.

ODOT planning major summer construction

Trevor Haynes — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:41:00 EDT

A major Oregon Department of Transportation project could affect your travel plans on Interstate 84 this summer.

2013 Oregon Special Election

FOX 12 Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:25:00 EDT

Portland voters are deciding Tuesday what kind of water will be coming out of the tap. They're voting between fluoride or no fluoride in the city's drinking water.

Bay Bowl: San Francisco to host 50th Super Bowl

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

Build a new stadium, host the Super Bowl to show it off.

Romo active on field while idled over cyst removal

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

Tony Romo pointed here and there, showing receiver Dez Bryant the best way to use a block on the first day of offseason practice.

The 50th Super Bowl goes to San Francisco Bay Area

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

The NFL will celebrate its 50th Super Bowl in northern California, where its newest, most high-tech venue is being built.

NFL, Xbox enhancing interactive television viewing

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:25:00 EDT

By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer Imagine Sean Payton holding up a Surface tablet instead of a cardboard playsheet on the sideline.

Te'o off-limits to media but not Maxim party

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:05:00 EDT

Manti Te'o isn't hiding out. He's just not talking to the media.

Bills DE Williams says texts taken out of context

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:04:00 EDT

Mario Williams refused to be labeled as someone who was emotionally unstable in dismissing questions about his mental state raised by a series of text messages from his former fiancee.

Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:46:00 EDT

If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.

Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.

Sharks hang on to beat Kings 2-1 and tie series

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

The San Jose Sharks barely held off the Los Angeles Kings at the end for a second straight home win.

Sharks tie series with 2-1 win over Kings

Wed, 22 May 2013 02:05:00 EDT

Joe Thornton set the tone for the San Jose Sharks with a dominant first period. After that, the Sharks did their best to hang on and tie up their playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings.

Spurs blow late lead, beat Grizzlies 93-89 in OT

Wed, 22 May 2013 01:15:00 EDT

When Tony Parker started running low on masterful plays, Tim Duncan was there to take over and lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.

Cavaliers win NBA draft lottery again

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:36:00 EDT

What's not to like? Being in the lottery every year.

Thunder star Kevin Durant makes $1M tornado pledge

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:35:00 EDT

Oklahoma City isn't just a place where Thunder star Kevin Durant lives these days. It's home.

Clippers won't offer Del Negro new deal as coach

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:45:00 EDT

Vinny Del Negro is out as coach of the Los Angeles Clippers after a season in which the team won its first division title but lost in the first round of the playoffs.

Twins' Plouffe has concussion, on 7-day DL

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:16:00 EDT

The Minnesota Twins placed third baseman Trevor Plouffe on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion Wednesday after he was struck in the head by Dan Uggla's shin while breaking up an attempted double play.

Trout hits for cycle, drives in 5, Angels rout M's

Wed, 22 May 2013 02:26:00 EDT

Mike Trout even surprised himself in adding to his growing list of impressive big league achievements.

Straily, Cespedes push A's past Rangers 1-0

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:26:00 EDT

Oakland rookie right-hander Dan Straily was well aware of the ace pitcher and the powerful lineup he was facing.

Canseco player-coach in indy league _ for a series

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:05:00 EDT

Jose Canseco is back in the independent United League as a player-coach. At least for one series.

Indians' Perez deletes Twitter account

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:15:00 EDT

Indians closer Chris Perez deactivated his Twitter account following two rough outings, and after receiving a slew of negative comments.

Yankees, Man City to co-own NYC MLS team

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:16:00 EDT

Hoping their baseball success will translate to titles in another sport, the Yankees are combining with English power Manchester City to own a Major League Soccer expansion team in New York that will start play in 2015.

Giants' Vogelsong wins at last but injures hand

Tue, 21 May 2013 02:46:00 EDT

Ryan Vogelsong felt the best he had in months, then it all ended on one painful swing.

Nats reliever breaks pitching hand punching locker

Tue, 21 May 2013 02:45:00 EDT

On a night the Washington Nationals welcomed back slugger Bryce Harper, the team learned it will be without reliever Ryan Mattheus after he broke his hand punching a locker.

Marquis wins 5th straight, Padres beat Cards 4-2

Tue, 21 May 2013 02:15:00 EDT

At age 34, Jason Marquis is pitching as smart as ever.