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Seattle: The US City That Keeps Changing The World

There's something in the air in Seattle. And while at first sniff you might assume that it's coffee, nose a little harder and you'll notice that Seattle doesn't run on caffeine -- it runs on innovation.

Republicans Across The Country Push Legislation To Restrict Drag Show Performances

Republicans say the performances expose children to sexual themes and imagery that are inappropriate, a claim rejected by advocates, who say the proposed measures are discriminatory against the LGBTQ community and could violate First Amendment laws.

What Can Teachers Do About Colorism?

Skin color privilege is yet again at the forefront of social media debates, but what role should educators play in ending the toxicity?

This Black History Month, Let’s Amplify Being ‘WOKE’

This year, Ron Walker is spreading the message that we need to be “working on knowledge equally” as it relates to Black history.

New Jersey Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour Shot And Killed

A 30-year-old councilwoman in the borough of Sayreville, New Jersey, was found shot to death in her car on Wednesday, according to authorities.

Oregon Woman Awarded $1 Million Over Racist Incident

Gas station incident leaves woman $1million dollars richer. A gas station attendant in Beaverton, OR told an African American woman, Rose Wakefield, who needed service "I don't serve Black people."

Man Arrested In Portland Trafficking Fentanyl And Firearms

The DEA,, HSI, and Tigard Police Department are engaged in an ongoing investigation into the suspected trafficking of illegal narcotics from Mexico for distribution and sale in Oregon and Washington state.

House To Vote On Resolution To Remove Ilhan Omar From Foreign Affairs Committee

The action comes after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy officially denied seats on the House Intelligence Committee to Democratic Reps. Eric Swalwell and Adam Schiff, the former chairman of the panel -- a decision that was condemned by Democrats.

Protesters In Portland After Tyre Nichols Video Released

Portland protesters are up in arms about five former Memphis police officers who are now facing seven federal charges — including second-degree murder and aggravated assault after a traffic stop that led to the brutal beating of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols.

Modular Homes Possible Housing Solution

Modular homes are being constructed inside a warehouse at the Port of Portland's Terminal 2.  A half-dozen prototype modular homes have been designed to be efficient to build and cost-effective.

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California Man Charged With Threatening Fulton County DA Fani Willis Over...

A California man has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Atlanta on charges of threatening Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis because of her prosecution of former President Donald Trump, the Justice Department said Friday in a release.