Damian Lillard provides a steadying influence Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant poses for a photo during the NBA media day. AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer. (AP) — After a summer that included cuts by the new owner, squabbles over the renovation of the team’s arena, the hiring of a new coach and the addition of Ja Morant, the Portland Trail Blazers opened training camp with more than the usual turbulence in the background. The one steadying factor? Damian Lillard is finally

MHCC Names Lucas Hunter as the New MHCC Baseball Head Coach Lucas Hunter, New MHCC Baseball Head Coach Mt. Hood Community College has named Lucas Hunter as the eighth head baseball coach in the 58-year history of the Saints program. Hunter succeeds Korey Kier, who led MHCC Baseball since 2022. A Portland native and Central Catholic High School graduate, Hunter brings extensive baseball experience, deep ties to the Portland-area baseball community, and a passion for student-

Portland officials meet to discuss Moda Center renovation Portland Trail Blazers new owner Tom Dundon speaks during a news conference April 2, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File) (AP) — Representatives from the Trail Blazers met with Portland city councilors on Thursday to discuss a new lease and the commitment of public funds to renovate the aging Moda Center. The public work session comes amid the contentious negotiations over the $600 million renovation pro

Micah Nori Takes Over as Trail Blazers Head Coach Micah Nori, the lead assistant coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, directs play during the first half in Game 3 of the NBA basketball Western Conference finals against the Dallas Mavericks, May 26, 2024, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File) (AP) - Micah Nori was told by several NBA teams that he was their No. 2 choice to be head coach before the Portland Trail Blazers finally gave him his chance at No. 1. A 28-year journe

Grammy winner to perform May 9 in Portland Ashanti (Andy Kropa/Invision/AP) The Portland Fire announced that Grammy Award-winning artist Ashanti will perform at halftime of the team’s season opener on May 9 at Moda Center. American singer-songwriter and actress Justine Skye, known for her hit single “Collide” and for her role as Annika Longstreet on the television show “Grown-ish” will sing the national anthem. A defining pop-R&B force of the early 2000s, Ashanti serves as a

Dundon-led ownership group to assume control Tom Dundon, majority owner of the Carolina Hurricanes talks to the media before the start of an NHL hockey game between the New York Rangers and the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C., Feb. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chris Seward, File) (AP) - The NBA Board of Governors approved the sale of controlling interest in the Portland Trail Blazers from Paul Allen’s estate to a group led by investor Tom Dundon on Monday. The league said in a

March Madness: How, What to Watch Arkansas forward Trevon Brazile, right, blocks a shot by Vanderbilt forward Jalen Washington, left, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the final of the Southeastern Conference Tournament Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV) (AP) March Madness arrived Sunday evening when the NCAA released its 68-team tournament bracket, sending hundreds of thousands of fans scrambling to study colleg

Star guard shines despite not playing this season Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (AP Photo/Kevin Kolczynski, File) (AP) During his year away from the game due to injury, Lillard reminded the world why he’s one of the greatest shooters of his generation with a stellar performance to win the 3-Point Contest for the third time. He joins Larry Bird and Craig Hodges as the only players to do it. The 35-year-old Portland guard held off Booker in the tremendously exciti

Portland Community College is delivering a big assist to men’s health Aaron Bell Sr. (Photo courtesy of Portland Community College) NORTH PORTLAND, Ore. – Portland Community College is delivering a big assist to men’s health. The Cascade Campus gym (705 N. Killingsworth St.) will host the annual Aaron Bell Sr. Black Men’s Health Awareness Day from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 17. The event honors the legacy of Aaron Bell Sr., a PCC men’s basketball assistant coach who passed aw

Alabama Assistant Brings Pac-12 Experience and Offensive Firepower to Rebuilding Beavers Alabama wide receiver coach JaMarcus Shephard speaks to the media after the team’s spring NCAA college football practice, March 8, 2024, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File) (AP) — Oregon State on Friday announced the hiring of Alabama assistant JaMarcus Shephard as its head coach, replacing Trent Bray, who was fired following the Beavers’ 0-7 start. The 42-year-old Shephard ha

A campaign to Make Critical Upgrades to Increase Usability Terry and Cheryl Holden Momentum is soaring for the $3.35 million campaign to transform Molalla High School’s Burghardt Sports Complex. Philanthropists Terry (class of 1968) and Cheryl Holden have pledged a transformational $500,000 gift. The Holden’s are splitting their gift with $250,000 supporting the major capital improvements and $250,000 going to an ongoing maintenance fund, ensuring that the facility remains in

Building a Forward-Thinking Foundation in Women's Basketball Alex Sarama the franchise’s first head coach (AP) The Portland Fire hired Alex Sarama as the franchise’s first head coach Friday. Sarama is currently an assistant coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Fire, who begin play next season, had leaked the hire a few days earlier on one of their social media pages. “Alex represents the next generation of coaching,” Fire general manager Vanja Černivec said. “He’s not just

Skip traffic and parking fees with TriMet, the easy, affordable travel option for all 41 home games Photo Courtesy of TriMet TriMet is ready to assist thousands of Portland Trail Blazers fans this season, starting with the home opener at the Moda Center on Wednesday, Oct. 22. All you need to do is hop on board and join the team. With MAX trains arriving every few minutes before and after games, and multiple bus lines serving nearby stops, getting there and back is the most c

Over 11,800 runners registered for the historic event Actress, writer, and producer Issa Rae participated in The Portland Marathon...

Heavy hitters return for the fans Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson stands on the field before an NFL football game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sept. 24, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File) (AP) Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. are set to meet in an early 2026 matchup of boxing Hall of Famers. Tyson, who will turn 60 next year, will return to the ring after his loss to Jake Paul last year in an eight-round bout. H

Černivec will oversee all basketball operations, including leading the search for the team’s head coach New Portland Fire General...

Carolina Hurricanes owner, Tom Dundon, has reached a tentative $4 billion deal to purchase the Portland Trail Blazers from Paul Allen’s estate, with NBA approval still pending and no impact expected on Dundon’s NHL team.

Joining twin sister Chisato as rookie LPGA Tour champion Akie Iwai, and Chisato Iwai of Japan, After Akie won the LPGA Portland Classic...

Proving that passion and a powerful mindset can defy age and expectations Johnnie Reid, a 62-year-old African American athlete who works...

Expansion WNBA team brings back the original Portland Fire name WNBA Expansion Portland Basketball AP- Oregon's WNBA team stepped back in...

Returning with a 3-year deal worth $42 million reportedly Damian Lillard AP- Lillard signed a three-year deal worth $42 million to return...

Blazers part ways with center as he heads to L.A. Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (2) and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic...

Inky Son departs before first season From left, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, Alex Bhathal and Lisa Bhathal Merage appear at an...

Sale Aligns with Allen’s Philanthropic Directive The seat for Trail Blazers owner Paul Allen has a rose and a hat placed on it before an...

Portland WNBA Team Breaks Ground on Training Center WNBA Portland owner Lisa Bhathal Merage speaks at a groundbreaking ceremony for a new...

Elevated Race Experience for Runners Photo Courtesy Portland Marathon The Portland Marathon has officially announced Nike –– the world’s...

Trump admin investigates school district over letting trans student compete in girls’ sports People listen as President Donald Trump...

Portland hoop fans go all in with prep finals weekend Jefferson's players and coaches celebrate with their third-place trophy Saturday,...

Oregon State women lost most of its team after last year’s Elite 8 Oregon State players celebrate after defeating Portland in a NCAA...

The team’s success reflects dedication Portland Community College Men’s Basketball Team (Photo Courtesy of PCC's Facebook) The Portland...

Action packed games ahead Portland Remix's Bryce McGowens high fiving teammates. Photo Courtesy of RipCityRemix.com The Rip City Remix,...

TriMet renews partnership with Timbers, Thorns Photo Courtesy of TriMet TriMet is extending our partnership with the Portland...

Known for long career with CBS Sports Greg Gumbel, left, watches as Connecticut head coach Jim Calhoun talk to Butler head coach Brad...

Over Coming Challenges through advocacy and supported reentry Christopher Lambert who is 41yrs old is the Rose City J.A.M Program...

More Could be on the Horizon (AP) Breanna Stewart joined the New York Liberty two years ago with one goal in mind: to bring the...

Epic World Series Begins Friday (AP) The World Series is always the goal for the big-spending Los Angeles Dodgers. It’s been elusive...

Father-Son Duo Make NBA History (AP) LeBron James grew up without a father, and the top scorer in NBA history has often said he savors...

Team to Begin Play in 2026 WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert speaks to the media before the WNBA basketball draft on Monday, April 15,...

Traci Rose 2013 (Photo courtesy of Portland Trailblazers) The Portland Trail Blazers organization is deeply saddened to hear of the...

Kendrick Lamar arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards, on Aug. 27, 2017, in Inglewood, Calif. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)...

Simone Biles Doesn’t Rule Out the 2028 Olympics Simone Biles (AP) — Simone Biles is getting kind of old for this. Just maybe not too old...

Bazzana Signed His First Professional Contract An Image of Travis Bazzana is shown on the video board after Cleveland Guardians selected...

Donovan Clingan walks across the stage after being selected by the Portland Trail Blazers as the seventh pick during the first round of...

Sha’Carri Richardson wins a women's 100-meter run semi-final during the U.S. Track and Field Olympic Team Trials Saturday, June 22,...

Game 5 Victories over Dallas Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, center right, raises the trophy beside owner Stephen Pagliuca,...

Charles Barkley Makes Retirement Announcement Charles Barkley arrives at the NBA Awards on June 24, 2019, (Photo by Richard...

Beloved Broadcaster Leaves Behind a Legacy Television analyst Bill Walton stretches before the first half of an NCAA college basketball...

The Black Business Association of Oregon Partners with Black-Owned Arena Football Team OBB Football Cheerleaders The Black Business...

An Unforgettable “Trial of the Century” Former NFL football star O.J. Simpson appears via video for his parole hearing at the Lovelock...