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Local & Regional 'If certain elements of that bridge are cut, the entire structure collapses' 'If certain elements of that bridge are cut, the entire structure collapses' (Video)
By Wesleigh Ogle and Chris Liedle, KVAL News Published: May 24, 2013 at 5:00 PM PDT Last Updated: May 24, 2013 at 5:56 PM PDT
The heavily-used Harrisburg bridge that crosses the Willamette River is built the same way as the bridge that collapsed Thursday in Washington state. ODOT said a collapse is a possibility, as Harrisburg is one of more than 300 bridges in Oregon that are "fracture critical."

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Local & Regional 'If certain elements of that bridge are cut, the entire structure collapses' (Video)
By Wesleigh Ogle and Chris Liedle, KVAL News Published: May 24, 2013 at 5:00 PM PDT Last Updated: May 24, 2013 at 5:56 PM PDT
The heavily-used Harrisburg bridge that crosses the Willamette River is built the same way as the bridge that collapsed Thursday in Washington state. ODOT said a collapse is a possibility, as Harrisburg is one of more than 300 bridges in Oregon that are "fracture critical."
Sports New doc confirms that UO president met with NCAA committee
By Dan Tilkin, KATU News Published: May 24, 2013 at 5:54 PM PDT Last Updated: May 24, 2013 at 6:40 PM PDT
The documents were in response to a public records request by KATU for Gottfredson's calendar revealing his schedule to meet with the committee. Members will decide whether the Ducks football team will face sanctions for recruiting violations.
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YouNews Sunrays for Sunset Tonight! Sunrays for Sunset Tonight!
By themom51 Published: May 21, 2013 at 11:00 PM PDT
Storm clouds help make some beautiful sunrays before and during sunset. These were taken 05/21/2013 around the Salmon Harbor Marina.
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Offbeat Rare Superman comic found in house insulation Rare Superman comic found in house insulation
By SSTEVE KARNOWSKI Associated Press Published: May 24, 2013 at 2:55 PM PDT
It's considered the Holy Grail of comic books: Action Comics No. 1 from 1938, featuring the debut of Superman. And David Gonzales found one mixed in with old newspapers insulating a house he was renovating in a small town in Minnesota.
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Sports Beavers 'Coug It' in extras against Wazzu Beavers 'Coug It' in extras against Wazzu (Video)
By OSU Media Services & KVAL Sports Published: May 24, 2013 at 10:57 PM PDT Last Updated: May 24, 2013 at 11:32 PM PDT
The fourth-ranked Oregon State baseball team dropped a 10-9 11-inning decision to Washington State Friday in the opening-game of a three-game series at Goss Stadium.
Sports Roseburg to host Sheldon in 6A semifinals (Video)
By KVAL Sports Published: May 24, 2013 at 11:40 PM PDT
The Roseburg Indians defeated West Salem Friday night 5-4, while Sheldon took care of Crater 2-1. The Irish will now travel to Legion Field on Tuesday night in the 6A baseball semifinals.
Sports Seahawks' Anthony McCoy tears Achilles tendon
By Associated Press Published: May 24, 2013 at 5:59 PM PDT
The Seattle Seahawks have lost backup tight end Anthony McCoy for possibly the entire 2013 season after he sustained a torn Achilles during an organized team activity earlier this week.
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National & World Soldier's slaying prompts UK security review
By PAISLEY DODDS Associated Press Published: May 24, 2013 at 8:05 PM PDT
Both of the suspects accused of butchering a British soldier during broad daylight on a London street had long been on the radar of Britain's domestic spy agency, though investigators say it would have been nearly impossible to predict that the men were on the verge of a brutal killing.
National & World Feds fight morning-after pill age ruling in New York
By Associated Press Published: May 24, 2013 at 7:31 PM PDT
Department of Justice lawyers filed court papers Friday again asking a federal appeals court to delay lifting age restrictions and prescription requirements on an emergency contraceptive popularly known as the morning-after pill.
National & World Judge: Arizona sheriff's office racially profiles Latinos
By JACQUES BILLEAUD,Associated Press WALTER BERRY,Associated Press Published: May 24, 2013 at 4:31 PM PDT
A federal judge ruled Friday that the office of America's self-proclaimed toughest sheriff systematically singled out Latinos in its trademark immigration patrols, marking the first finding by a court that the agency racially profiles people.
National & World Principal recounts storm hitting Oklahoma school
By JUSTIN JUOZAPAVICIUS Associated Press Published: May 24, 2013 at 3:29 PM PDT
Teachers and students at Plaza Towers Elementary School hunkered down against the storm just as they had been taught in countless tornado drills, their principal said Friday, recounting how she walked the halls until the twister was on the doorstep, then announced on the intercom, "It's here."
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Home 2-year-old boy allergic to food 2-year-old boy allergic to food (Video)
By CNN Published: May 24, 2013 at 8:55 AM PDT
Food allergies are pretty common, but a boy in Virginia is allergic to every single food. Walter Hildebrand explains what extremes the boy's family must take to make sure he survives.
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Health Report: Nation's kids need to get more physical Report: Nation's kids need to get more physical
By JENNIFER C. KERR Associated Press Published: May 24, 2013 at 8:11 AM PDT Last Updated: May 24, 2013 at 9:04 AM PDT
The prestigious Institute of Medicine is recommending that schools provide opportunities for at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day for students and that PE become a core subject.

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Technology NASA mission to lasso an asteroid moves forward
By ALICIA CHANG AP Science Writer Published: May 24, 2013 at 8:09 AM PDT
Surrounded by engineers, NASA chief Charles Bolden inspected a prototype spacecraft engine that could power an audacious mission to lasso an asteroid and tow it closer to Earth for astronauts to explore.
Technology Google to add Galapagos Islands to Street View
By JASON DEAREN, Associated Press Published: May 23, 2013 at 9:54 AM PDT
Mountain View, Calif.,-based Google sent hikers to the Galapagos with Street View gear called "trekkers," 42-pound computer backpacks with large, soccer ball-like cameras mounted on a tower.
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Health Stroke victim 24 years old (Video)
By Published: May 23, 2013 at 2:00 PM PDT Last Updated: May 23, 2013 at 4:51 PM PDT
Megan McCombs started having severe headaches. Then her vision got blurry. At the ER, brain scans confirmed the news: the 24-year-old University of Oregon student suffered a stroke.
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Business Summer travel forecast: Better, but no blowout
By JONATHAN FAHEY and SCOTT MAYEROWITZ, AP Business Writers Published: May 24, 2013 at 9:31 AM PDT
Airlines, hotels and campgrounds are commanding higher rates and seeing more customers than a few summers ago, and luxury hotels are selling out. Local businessmen and state officials are optimistic.
Business US durable goods orders rise 3.3 percent in April
By MARTIN CRUTSINGER, AP Economics Writer Published: May 24, 2013 at 9:35 AM PDT
Orders for durable goods, items expected to last at least three years, rose 3.3 percent last month from March, the Commerce Department said Friday. That followed a 5.9 decline in March.
Business Procter & Gamble brings back A.G. Lafley as CEO
By MAE ANDERSON, AP Business Writer Published: May 24, 2013 at 9:44 AM PDT
The Cincinnati company said late Thursday that former CEO A.G. Lafley, a 33-year industry veteran, is returning its top post. The surprise move comes as the world's largest consumer-products maker tries to spur growth in the face of stiff global competition.
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