At least one measure aiming to legalize marijuana use in Oregon will be on the November ballot. Colorado and Washington voters also will consider legalizing personal use. Read the complete article
An arbitrator's ruling in the case of James Chasse Jr., who died in police custody renews controversy over police discipline. Read the complete article
Housing activists will hold a rally at 4:30pm, July 20, outside of City Hall, to mark 50 days of fasting by former mayoral candidate Cameron Whitten. Read the complete article
Black Storytimes are led by one of Midland Library’s most loved staff, and they will have a unique flavor that reflects the experiences, language and traditions of African and African American people Read the complete article
Less than a month old, www.classactionagainstmugshotwebsites.com is slowly growing a base of support aimed at changing state laws on making a profit from public documents, and boycotting mugshot website advertisers until they drop their ads. Read the complete article
This summer, Journey to Freedom (JTF) is bringing hip-hop to the classroom with its Conscious Rap Boot and Book Camp. Read the complete article
Gang enforcement officers are investigating two shootings that occurred July 4 in North and Northeast Portland, leaving two injured. Read the complete article
With a dilapidated building, a tight budget and no extra money to feed the 50 teens who flock to evening basketball, PAL's Eastside Youth Center is scrambling to meet the needs of Rockwood teens. Read the complete article
The Skanner News staff won two second place prizes in the 22nd Annual A. Phillip Randolph Messenger Awards. Read the complete article
The FBI's new building belongs to a Las Vegas developer with a colorful past. Read the complete article
