Oregon
Why Smith, Spartans Might Target Former Oregon State LB
The Michigan State Spartans will likely prioritize the positions of wide receiver, defensive back, and the offensive and defensive line units in the 2025 offseason’s transfer portal.
However, they might be in the market for an off-the-ball linebacker. The Spartans will be visited by highly coveted Marshall linebacker Jaden Yates soon, a tell-tale sign. Even then, it is not so surprising when top snap-getters Cal Haladay and Jordan Turner, the latter of which might have been the defense’s best player this season, are done suiting up at the college level.
A name to look out for might be that of Oregon State linebacker Isaiah Chisom, who recently entered the portal. Obviously, there is a connection to head coach Jonathan Smith and the Oregon State transplants on the Spartans’ coaching staff.
Chisom was a highly regarded three-star recruit out of California when Smith landed him in the class of 2023. Therein lies another interesting connection — the Spartans, under Mel Tucker, were his final offer before he signed as an early enrollee.
The 6-foot-1, 220-pound Chaminade High School product was the No. 52 overall linebacker in the class, per 247Sports. This past season, he played in all 12 games and registered 75 tackles, including five for a loss and a forced fumble. He played in five games as a freshman, including the Beavers’ bow appearance.
Chisom is an athletic linebacker who can play downhill and looks the part of what defensive coordinator/linebackers coach Joe Rossi wants in the position.
“Long, athletic, and smart,” Rossi said. “That’s what we look for and that’s a sliding scale … if a guy’s 6-foot and runs 4.4, that’s cool. But if you’re going to be a low 4.8, you better be 6-foot-3 and a half. So my point is — it slides, but the ideal thing, if I’m just giving you three, it’s length, it’s athleticism, and it’s intelligence. Not necessarily in that order.”
For Mike linebacker, a role Rossi will need to fill in 2025 with Turner and Haladay gone, Chisom could find a home. Rossi wants leadership, ability in pass coverage, and intelligence at the position.
Keep an eye on Chisom as a potential Spartans target.
Michael France is Sports Illustrated’s Michigan State recruiting beat writer, covering all things Big Ten recruiting for Spartan Nation. Be sure to follow him on Twitter/X@michaelfrancesi for exclusive Spartans recruiting coverage.
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Oregon
Oregon health officials warn of measles exposure at Happy Valley clinic
HAPPY VALLEY, Ore. (KATU) — Health officials have identified a new measles exposure site in Happy Valley.
The Oregon Health Authority and Clackamas County public health officials said people may have been exposed at Providence Immediate Care – Happy Valley, 16180 S.E. Sunnyside Road, Suite 102, between 11:05 a.m. and 3:47 p.m. Tuesday, May 12.
Officials said anyone who was at the clinic during that time should notify a health care provider about the possible exposure. Providers can determine whether a person is immune to measles by reviewing vaccination records, age or laboratory evidence of a previous infection.
Health officials urged people to monitor for symptoms and seek medical advice if they believe they may have been exposed.
ABOUT MEASLES
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that spreads through the air when an infected person breathes, speaks, coughs or sneezes. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours and can infect up to 90% of unprotected close contacts. Complications can include pneumonia, brain inflammation and death.
Nationwide, measles cases have been rising since early 2025. Nearly 2,300 cases were reported last year, with most occurring among unvaccinated children.
Symptoms typically begin seven to 21 days after exposure and include cough, runny nose and conjunctivitis accompanied by a high fever. A rash usually follows, starting on the head or neck and spreading downward. People are contagious from four days before the rash appears until four days after.
A graphic from the Oregon Health Authority shows the symptoms of Measles.
HA advises health care providers to report suspected cases immediately and consider post-exposure treatment for exposed patients. The measles, mumps and rubella vaccine can be given within 72 hours of exposure. Immunoglobulin may be administered within six days.
For most people 6 months and older who are eligible for vaccination, receiving the MMR vaccine within 72 hours of exposure is recommended.
Anyone not protected against measles is at risk, according to OHA. The agency encourages residents to check their vaccination status and contact a health care provider with questions.
Oregon
Oregon man shot at In-N-Out drive-thru drove family to safety with bullet lodged in head
Oregon police have arrested two suspects in connection with the shooting of a father who drove himself to a hospital after being struck in the head by a bullet after shots rang out while he was pulling out of In-N-Out drive-thru with his wife and two young sons.
Ethan Adrian Armenta-Lagunas, 20, and Gabriel “Alex” Javier, 18, both of Salem, were taken into custody Wednesday.
They face charges of first-degree assault, unlawful use of a weapon, criminal mischief, and recklessly endangering another person in connection with the Feb. 9 shooting of Marcio Garcia.
Multiple guns were allegedly found at Armenta-Lagunas’ apartment, the Keizer Police Department said. Javier was arrested later in the day.
Authorities are still searching for a third suspect, 22-year-old Anthony Taylor-Manriquez, who is considered armed and dangerous.
Garcia, 28, was in a car with his wife and two children, ages 2 and 7, when shots rang out near the burger chain.
The gunfire shattered the car windows and struck Garcia in the head; his wife and children were uninjured, police said.
“In the middle of chaos and fear, while he was injured and in pain, he somehow found the strength to drive us out of the scene to safety,” his wife wrote in an online fundraiser.
“He protected our family before thinking of himself. That is the kind of man and father he is.”
Images posted online showed the bullet that was removed from Garcia’s head during surgery in February, according to his wife.
She also noted that Garcia did not suffer major brain damage and is currently recovering at home.
“The doctors told us what we already believe — this is nothing short of a miracle,” she said. “Now he faces a long road of rest, healing, and recovery.”
Oregon
PeaceHealth says Oregon CEO Jim McGovern out, Heather Wall to continue as interim leader
PeaceHealth announced Thursday that Dr. Jim McGovern is no longer serving as chief executive for the organization’s Oregon region, effective immediately.
Following a period of administrative leave, we determined that a leadership change was in the best interest of the organization,” said Sarah Ness, PeaceHealth president and CEO.
Heather Wall will continue in her established interim leadership role to ensure continuity, stability and uninterrupted operations across the Oregon region while PeaceHealth recruits for the chief executive role in Oregon.
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“Together, as we shape our future, PeaceHealth leaders are entrusted to consistently bring our Mission and Values to life by creating environments where caregivers and partners feel seen, heard, supported and inspired to do their best work,” Ness said. “We remain focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care and supporting our caregivers as we move forward together.”
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