PPB Arrests Numerous Suspects In Major Copper Theft Operation
The Portland Police Bureau has arrested multiple suspects in connection with a large-scale copper theft operation that disrupted critical infrastructure and impacted businesses across the city.
Legacy At Risk: Portland Moves To Preserve Longstanding Community Businesses
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability has released a report urging action to preserve longstanding local businesses, which are at risk of closure due to rising costs and gentrification, and has proposed the creation of a Legacy Business Preservation Program to support these businesses and the communities they sustain.
Ending Race-based Test Helps Black Kidney Patients
The U.S. transplant system has ended the use of race-based kidney function calculations, resulting in thousands of Black patients being moved up the transplant waiting list and given credit for lost time.
Portland Police Disrupt Street Takeover, Seize Firearms And Vehicles
Portland police disrupted an illegal street takeover early Monday, citing four people, seizing three firearms and towing two vehicles connected to the incident.
The Supreme Court’s Conservatives Could Significantly Alter The 2026 Election
The Supreme Court heard arguments on Monday regarding a Mississippi law that allows ballots to be counted if received within five business days of the election, exposing the ideological divide between the justices on the issue of voter access and potentially limiting mail-in voting.
Talks Intensify In Washington To End DHS Shutdown As Airport Delays Mount Nationwide
Talks are intensifying in Washington to end the DHS shutdown as airport delays mount nationwide, with both parties seeking a swift resolution before Congress leaves for spring recess.
Mark Robinson Admits ‘I Lied’ About CNN Story
Mark Robinson, former North Carolina Lt. Gov., admitted to lying about a CNN KFile investigation during his 2024 gubernatorial campaign, which uncovered his history of posting inflammatory and racist comments on a pornography website.
How A Juliana Stratton Win In Illinois Could Make History In The U.S. Senate
If elected, Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton would join Sens. Angela Alsobrooks and Lisa Blunt Rochester to become the third Black woman to serve in the Senate, marking a historic moment for Black women in American politics.
‘There Is a Cost to Telling the Truth.’ But Georgia Fort Is Undeterred
Georgia Fort, a Minnesota journalist, was arrested for covering a protest and reflects on the importance of the Black press in keeping the U.S. honest about its history and standing up to power.
He Was Shot Just Months Into His Freshman Year. Now, Jeremy Fears Jr. Is...
Jeremy Fears Jr. has shown both maturity and hotheadedness this season for Michigan State, leading the nation in assists per game while also being called out for dangerous plays, but Tom Izzo has been there to support him and help him grow as a player.
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Bynum Opposes Agriculture-FDA Spending Bill, Citing Cuts To Food Assistance Programs
U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., voted against the FY2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration funding bill, arguing that it would reduce support for food assistance programs and rural communities while increasing challenges for working families.
