It's Thursday, April 19, Bicycle Day. Happy birthday to actor James Franco (1978), who got his start on the TV show 'Freaks and Geeks.' Today in 1897, the first Boston Marathon was held. New York runner John McDermott won the race. There may be some patchy morning fog, with mostly sunny skies and a high in the upper 60s. Ride your bike in the sunshine today:



• See the future at OMSI's Robot Revolution exhibit, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 1945 S.E. Water Ave. Cost: $9.75 to $14.50. omsi.edu/robots

• Children, take your parents to Russian story time, 11 to 11:45 a.m., Rockwood Library branch, 17917 S.E. Stark St. multcolib.org/events

• Get down at the Soul'd Out music festival, beginning at 7 p.m., various locations around Portland. www.souldoutfestival.com/

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Sports

VIDEO: Winterhawks vs. Chiefs

April 28, 2018 Portland Tribune - Sports
Highlights from Wednesday night's Game 3 of the Portland-Spokane WHL first-round playoff series

VIDEO: Ducks slam Beavers in extra inning

April 28, 2018 Portland Tribune - Sports
DJ Sanders blasts bases-loaded home run in 8th to lift No. 5 Oregon softball past host Oregon State

  • Thorns show off firepower

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    ON SOCCER/BY PAUL DANZER/PORTLAND TRIBUNE/ With Heath still to come, Portland on good footing for another title

  • Final Four energy radiates off court, too

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    BY HAYES GARDNER/FOR THE PORTLAND TRIBUNE/Fans soak up San Antonio at college basketball's big event

  • One Club, Jacobsen return to Eastmoreland

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    SCORESHEET/BY STEVE BRANDON/PORTLAND TRIBUNE/Tournament will benefit junior golf in Oregon -- and test players' skills

  • Main events

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    The Portland Tribune's comprehensive breakdown of games and happenings for April 19-23

  • TV, radio

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    The Portland Tribune's comprehensive breakdown of games and happenings on the air locally on April 19-23

  • Sports birthdays

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    A former University of Oregon track star and an ex-Ducks football lineman have reason to celebrate this week

  • Portland State softball coach decides to hang 'em up

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    OREGON SPORTS HISTORY/2005: Vikings also are looking for a new men's basketball coach

  • Wednesday sports events

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    The Portland Tribune's comprehensive breakdown of games and happenings for April 18

  • Wednesday TV, radio

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    The Portland Tribune's comprehensive breakdown of games and happenings on the air locally on April 18

  • MLB Portland team takes another key step

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    BY KERRY EGGERS/PORTLAND TRIBUNE/After 18 months of work behind the scenes, management group bids on land in city for baseball stadium,…

  • Play ball, Portland!

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    KERRY EGGERS ON SPORTS/PORTLAND TRIBUNE/It will take a few years, but the groundwork for MLB already is well underway, and the odds for…

  • Astros erupt against Leake, beat Mariners 7-1

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    Seattle starter was cruising along through six innings before bubble burst in seventh; Mariners go for series split Thursday afternoon

  • Five Winterhawks move into AHL playoffs

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    WEDNESDAY LOCAL SPORTS NEWS/Timbers 2 post 3-2 victory over Rio Grande Valley; Pilots baseball loses lead in 9th at UNVL

  • VIDEO: Mariners vs. Astros

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    Highlights, key plays and recap of Wednesday's MLB game between Seattle at Houston at Safeco Field

  • Playing from behind didn't work for Hawks

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    BY PAUL DANZER/PORTLAND TRIBUNE/Everett led almost all the way en route to WHL series win

  • Portland IndyCar race tickets go on sale

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    SCORESHEET/Series off to competitive start in 2018/Fighting Shockwave win handily again/MLB, Mariners providing excitement

  • Timbers counter winless early stage

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    ON SOCCER/BY PAUL DANZER/PORTLAND TRIBUNE/Win over Minnesota draws sighs of relief; tough New York next for Timbers/Ageless Sinclair showing…

  • Main events

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    The Portland Tribune's comprehensive breakdown of games and happenings for April 17-18

  • TV, radio

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    The Portland Tribune's comprehensive breakdown of games and happenings on the air locally on April 17-18

  • Sports birthday

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    A Portland Trail Blazers rookie forward has his own reason to celebrate this week

  • Blazers get 50th win

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    OREGON SPORTS HISTORY/1988: Portland in position to be No. 3 or No. 4 seed in NBA Western Conference playoffs

  • Oregon Fishing Forecast - April 19, 2018

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    The Guide's Forecast provides timely and accurate fishing information so you can catch more fish!

  • McCullers Jr., Astros shut down Mariners

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    Starting pitcher allows first-inning home run and then retires 19 of the next 20 hitters in 4-1 win

  • Fighting Shockwave take to the air in win

    Portland Tribune - Sports
    TUESDAY LOCAL SPORTS NEWS/Another Forbes fight card set for Portland; prep girls named to national lacrosse tournament; Blazers, Mariners…

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Politics

State education administrator fired after complaints

April 18, 2018 Portland Tribune - News Rob Manning/OPB
Mitch Kruska was dismissed in March after alleged bullying and harassment of colleagues and questions about his attempts to use state education money for a special program in Lake Oswego.

Small cities' building permit programs face uncertainty

April 17, 2018 Portland Tribune - News Paris Achen/Capital Bureau
Opinions by the Oregon Department of Justice and Legislative Counsel indicate may small cities may have to either shut down building programs or hire building officials with three-digit salaries.

Features

Test Drive: 2018 Chevy Tahoe RST

May 04, 2018 Portland Tribune - Wheels Jim Redden
The performance version of Chevy's large SUV is not only practical and good looking, but surprisingly fun to drive.

Sharon Nesbit honored for efforts to protect, chronicle local history

April 18, 2018 Gresham Outlook - News Zane Sparling
Longtime Gresham Outlook reporter, columnist earns 2018 Oregon Heritage Excellence Award.

  • BACK TO THE 'HOOD

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Fernando Viciconte revisits his roots with Los Cochinos reunion album, shows April 21 at Music Millennium and May 5 at Star Theatre

  • Area hotels offer lots for the locals

    Portland Tribune - Features
    You don't have to be a visitor to enjoy new restaurants, bars that are part of new hotels, including The Porter Hotel, River's Edge Hotel…

  • Bread & Brew: Celebrate Earth with weekend of food, drink, demos, talks

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Distillery Row will host Growing Gardens; Urban Farmer and Departure will offer tips and demonstrations for a healthy ecosystem, reducing…

  • Short List

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Events and happenings taking place in the next week in Portland and surrounding areas - including 'Luna Gale,' OBT School performance and…

  • Live Music

    Portland Tribune - Features
    The places to be in the next week in Portland and beyond for local and national music acts - including Aladdin Theater gigs, Healing the…

  • Movie Time

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Here's a look at big screen releases, home movie rentals and documentary and movies of interest - including 'Rampage,' 'Jumanji: Welcome to…

  • Portland, Asian brewers unite to quench thirst for craft brew

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Cross-cultural cider, beer blends offered at first Fuji to Hood fest, which takes place Saturday, April 21 at The Bindery Building

  • ADVOCACY ON FILM: EcoFilm Fest returns for Earth Day

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Five movies spark dialogue about climate, activism, diversity and more; screenings are Friday, April 20 through Sunday, April 22

  • Bits & Pieces

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Here are some notes on this and that and the other thing - including Domo Branch, Summerfest 2018, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and…

  • Test Drive: 2018 Fiat 124 Spider

    Portland Tribune - Wheels
    This is a new Golden Age for no-fuss affordable sports cars. The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider offers the most options while still remaining a…

  • Nicholas, of 'American Pie' fame, highlights celebrity lineup at Wizard World Comic Con

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Other notables in the annual event are Henry Winkler, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd and Bonnie Wright; it takes place Friday through Sunday at…

  • THE SHOW WILL GO ON: Chris Coleman exits Portland Center Stage

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Artistic director brought company to new heights, but now he heads to Denver to be artistic director at Denver Center for the Performing…

  • Soul'd Out put out by Coachella monopoly

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Local fest has major lineup, but suit says rules hit wrong notes; the likes of Erykah Badu, De La Soul, Tipper and Wyclef Jean highlight…

  • Piff and Mr. Piffles bring magic to town

    Portland Tribune - Features
    'America's Got Talent' dragon offers zany fun at Helium Comedy Club, April 19-21 on his 'The Dog Who Knows 2018 Tour'

  • Short List

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Events and happenings taking place in the next week in Portland and surrounding areas - including Oregon Ballet Theatre, 'A Fond Farewell'…

  • Live Music

    Portland Tribune - Features
    The places to be in the next week in Portland and beyond for local and national music acts - including Portland Opera, 'Rain' and Judas…

  • Bits & Pieces

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Here are some notes on this and that and the other thing - including Anne Mueller, 'From Maxville to Vanport' and Canine Grand Marshal

  • Soul'd Out lawsuit says Coachella rules hit wrong notes

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Independent Portland music festival claims that the event in California and its organizers restrict musicians' ability to perform elsewhere.

  • Atticus Hotel brings the love to McMinnville

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Food, art, wine, local products take the stage at wine country hotspot, which includes 36 rooms on four stories and took 10 months to build

  • New guide to hiking with kids offers easy trips for all ages

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Portland author Wendy Gorton gives tips for newbies, what to bring, where to go, and it includes Bagley Lakes in the Bellingham, Washington…

  • Movie Time

    Portland Tribune - Features
    Here's a look at big screen releases, home movie rentals and documentary and movies of interest - including 'Truth or Dare,' 'Overboard'…

  • Clackamas Community College's 'Skeletons' in Alexander Gallery

    Clackamas Review - News
    'Skeletons: The spooky comic book of Tyler Crook' opens at 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City

  • Live Music

    Portland Tribune - Features
    The places to be in the next week in Portland and beyond for local and national music acts - including Jonathan Davis, The Breeders and…

  • April Arts

    Portland Tribune - Features
    It's a monthly look at arts gallery openings and other arts happenings - including Carol Benson, Patrick Collier, Robert Lyons and James…

Sustainable Life

EARTHTALK: Michael Bloomberg to the Rescue

April 19, 2018 Doug Moss and Roddy Scheer
Dear EarthTalk: Since when did Michael Bloomberg become a great environmentalist?-Jackie Miller, New York, NY

SolarWorld Americas to be acquired by rival company

April 18, 2018 Pamplin Media Group
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