As a career multitasker and project juggler who loves the written word, I am always writing.
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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.
UMOM takes large steps to address large-family homelessness
The largest family shelter organization in Phoenix is looking to better deal with an increasing number of bigger families in need of assistance
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
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.
🎧 The Coronavirus Pandemic: Hydroxychloroquine
Doctor of Pharmacology Amber Buhler takes us behind the hydroxycholroquine hype to explain where it came from, where it is working, the potential danger of using it and why it is an absolute necessity to keep testing
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
🎧 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
Skyline Restaurant keeps the burgers coming
Iconic drive-in diner has been serving Portlanders by the thousands every year for the past seven decades
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
Public Affairs
How Candelen is improving the quality of childcare
A look at the Kith and Kin project and how it provides training and support for a vital piece of the childcare puzzle
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.
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
General News
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
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.
Medicine
🎧 The Coronavirus Pandemic: Hydroxychloroquine
Doctor of Pharmacology Amber Buhler takes us behind the hydroxycholroquine hype to explain where it came from, where it is working, the potential danger of using it and why it is an absolute necessity to keep testing
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: Pregnancy During the Pandemic
OHSU’s Dr. Rachel Pilliod stands at the crossroads between childbirth and the coronavirus. She joins me for an extended discussion about keeping newborns healthy and what expectant parents need to prepare for