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Social Justice
From ‘white by design’ to Black Lives Matter: A look at Oregon’s history with race
As protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd continue, an examination of 200 years of race, racism and protest in Portland
Tips to help teens cope with traumatic events
In a constant barrage of bad news, it is crucial for young minds to be prepared and be coached on how to cope with horrific headlines.
Girl Scouts reconnecting daughters with incarcerated mothers
A look inside a program focused on the mental health and well-being of girls with mothers who are currently incarcerated.
Politics
🎧 Campaign 2020: Extremism and the Election
As news of a plot to kidnap and kill a sitting U.S. Governor in the weeks leading up to the election continues to make headlines, noted political scientist Joe Lowndes returns to talk about the threat extremist groups could pose to Election Day
City officials back move to rename NW Portland street in honor of Darcelle XV
Busy street in Northwest Portland could soon be renamed in honor of legendary drag queen
Tips to help teens cope with traumatic events
In a constant barrage of bad news, it is crucial for young minds to be prepared and be coached on how to cope with horrific headlines.
Climate
Iconic ‘Ghost Tree’ at Bandon Dunes damaged in wind storm
Famous tree on Old Macdonald golf course may not survive storm damage
🎧 Santiam Canyon Firestorm: 30 Hours in Hell
Three experts come together for an in-depth look at the factors that combined to turn the Beachie Creek fire into a fatal firestorm on Labor Day Monday, 2020.
🎧 Climate in Crisis: Weather Extremism
Fire, ice, heat. Three distinct and deadly weather events in the Pacific Northwest that made headlines around the world. But, can we blame climate change, alone, for what happened?
Feature & Long-Form Reporting
From ‘white by design’ to Black Lives Matter: A look at Oregon’s history with race
As protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd continue, an examination of 200 years of race, racism and protest in Portland
🎧 Climate in Crisis: Weather Extremism
Fire, ice, heat. Three distinct and deadly weather events in the Pacific Northwest that made headlines around the world. But, can we blame climate change, alone, for what happened?
🎧 The Andrew Sledd Story
A man mistakenly shot by police more than 30 years ago speaks out about his battle for justice and how he went from the streets of Chicago to a social justice advocate
Public Affairs
Cookie season confidence boost for local Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of Arizona Cactus Pine Council’s Fast Pitch program gives scouts real-world practice in pitching to business leaders
From ‘white by design’ to Black Lives Matter: A look at Oregon’s history with race
As protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd continue, an examination of 200 years of race, racism and protest in Portland
‘Huge piece of the puzzle’: Inside HSC’s Bridge Housing Program
In the battle against chronic homelessness, temporary housing offers only a brief respite.
General News
Cookie season confidence boost for local Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of Arizona Cactus Pine Council’s Fast Pitch program gives scouts real-world practice in pitching to business leaders
Girl Scouts reconnecting daughters with incarcerated mothers
A look inside a program focused on the mental health and well-being of girls with mothers who are currently incarcerated.
Skyline Restaurant keeps the burgers coming
Iconic drive-in diner has been serving Portlanders by the thousands every year for the past seven decades
Medicine
PetSmart’s push to address looming veterinarian shortage, diversify industry
National pet supply chain embarks on mission to remove major hurdles and get more veterinary offices open across the country
Systemic racism and the rise of syphilis
Oregon sees a spike in syphilis in newborns as access to prenatal care continues to be reduced
🎧 The Coronavirus Pandemic: 3… 2… 1… Contact!
The evidence is indisputable, contact tracing slows the spread of the disease. But, not a lot of people understand the history, application and concerns that come along with it