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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 24 July 2023

Congressman Earl Blumenauer

A notable planning industry publisher has named Congressman Earl Blumenauer the 54th most influential urbanist, past and present.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 21 July 2023

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Homeowners urged to seek free guidance from housing counselors

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 20 July 2023

Sen. Jeff Merkley

The Improving Care and Access to Nurses Act is a pathway to increasing patient choice, lowering health care costs, and empowering nurses and patients alike

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 19 July 2023

Advocates are asking a federal judge to take emergency action and remove children from Angola Prison after mounting abuses

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 19 July 2023

Paid Leave Oregon covers paid family leave, medical leave, and safe leave for working Oregonians.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 19 July 2023

Demetria Malloy, MD, MSHS

Demetria Malloy, MD. brings extensive experience and deep commitment to underserved communities

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 July 2023

Daniel K. Davis, U.S. representative from Illinois's 7th congressional district

This landmark ruling establishes Illinois as the first state in the nation to abolish cash bail, reaffirming its commitment to a fair and just criminal justice system that respects the rights and dignity of all its citizens.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 17 July 2023

Michelle M. Harper, UNCF Board Chair Portland Leadership Council

The United Negro College Fund will present student scholarships at its “Each One Teach One Jazz in the Garden” Luncheon on Sunday, July 23, at the Hyatt Regency at the Convention Center.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 14 July 2023

Candice Vickers, Executive Director Family Forward

Vickers is a mother of two and a fourth generation Black Portlander, who for over 15 years has advocated for kids who have historically been marginalized

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 14 July 2023

Commissioner Mingus Mapps and Millicent Williams, Bureau Director of PBOT

Millicent Williams has previously served as Deputy Director for PBOT

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