Bad Batch Of Fentanyl Kills 8 In Portland
The Portland Police Bureau is once again warning of a potentially dangerous batch of drugs circulating the streets. This time eight people died from possible overdoses.
Oregon At Bottom Of Pay For Statewide Officials
Recently, a high state official was called on the carpet for working with the marijuana industry. Some are looking at the low pay that is made by Oregon officials as a reason.
Nike To Host Second Football Kickoff Classic
This week, the National Football League in partnership with Nike announced the second annual football classic to kick off the 2023 high school football season. It will be hosted at Nike World Headquarters (WHQ) in Beaverton.
In Portland, Eight Injured, 1 Killed In One Night
At least nine people were struck or otherwise injured by gunfire in Portland in one night, leaving one dead and several hurt.
Black Rodeo On Juneteenth Announced In Portland
The most interesting photojournalism project out is shining a light on Black rodeo culture. The creator's work was also featured in brand campaigns for Tecovas, Wrangler, Stetson, and more.
Portland Recognizing Autism, Black Diagnosis Increasing
The Autism Society of Oregon used Autism Month to host its 21st annual Autism Walk at Oaks Park in Southeast Portland this past Sunday.
Lack Of Education And Awareness Contributing To Steady Increase In Local Syphilis Cases
According to Multnomah County health officials, the County has seen a steady rise in syphilis cases since 2001. In 2010, Multnomah County reported 30 syphilis cases. However, in 2022, there were 817 cases, marking a 218% increase from six years prior.
Portland’s Food Front Cooperative Grocery Closing
Food Front Cooperative Grocery's board president said “economic headwinds and COVID-19” were the causes for the financial state of the store.
Guess What City Is Nation’s Top For Weed?
First, in 1971, five 'high' (no pun intended) school students devised a secret code which they used to indicate to each other that they would meet later in the day to smoke weed.
Oregon’s Minimum Wage Increases In July
Many of Oregon's hardest workers will get an increase in their paychecks in July. This is due to the state’s minimum wage increases. The current standard minimum wage rate is $13.50.
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The Michael Jackson Biopic Is A Drama Both Onscreen And Off
The new Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," was warmly received in Gary, Indiana, where the pop superstar grew up, and was attended by members of the Jackson family, including his nephew Jaafar, who stars in the film, and his eldest son Prince.
