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Missing Portland cyclist found dead in Willamette River
PORTLAND -- The body of 22 year old Tyler Brady was found in the Willamette River Wednesday near OMSI. Brady was a Portland bicyclist missing since Feb. 19. Police have not said if they suspect foul play but an autopsy was ... [More]

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    ENTERTAINMENT
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    US: NATIONAL
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    SCIENCE
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    WORLD
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    BUSINESS
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    HEALTH
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    TERRORISM
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