Portland Prime Holds Salute to African American Leaders of Portland
Accomplishments span civil rights, business, youth, religion, development, and entertainment
2013-02-20
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
Downtown restaurant Portland Prime will hold the second annual “Salute to African American Leaders in Portland” starting at 6:30 p.m. next Monday, Feb. 25. The dinner will recognize 12 African Americans who have made a difference in the Portland community. Read the complete article
Michelle Obama Meets Families of Gun Violence Victims
VIDEO: Rep. Kurt Schrader is alone among Oregon delegation to shun gun control
2013-02-19
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
Teressa Raiford was one of a group of people who have lost loved ones to gun violence who went to Washington DC last week to meet legislators and attend the State of the Union address. The business consultant and community activist says the highlight of the trip was a visit with First Lady Michelle Obama. Read the complete article
First Fatal Police Shooting on Hales’ Watch 48 Hours after ‘Alien Boy’ Viewing
Asked on the sidewalk outside the theater what he planned to do to curb fatal police shootings, Hales reportedly replied, 'I’m on it'
2013-02-18
Lisa Loving Of The Skanner News
Last night’s officer-involved shooting stands as Mayor Charlie Hales’ first while in office – and it came within 48 hours after Hales attended the Friday night premiere of “Alien Boy,” the documentary about the police killing of James Chasse now playing at Cinema 21. Read the complete article
VIDEO: The Terrance Feed Brought Artists Together to Support Portland Rescue Mission
Four-Year-old Terrance Burton inspires compassion for poor and hungry people
2013-02-18
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
A four-year-old boy’s compassion for poor and hungry people, led his family to organize an event to raise support for Portland Rescue Mission. The Terrance Feed, named for Terrance Burton Jr., was held Saturday afternoon, Feb. 16, at the McCoy Academy, on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
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Sah’Rah Stylz and Journey to Freedom Highlight the Evolution of Black Hair
Hairitage Jubilee seeks to educate and empower community with emphasis on natural hair
2013-02-18
Bruce Poinsette Of The Skanner News
Kisha Kelsey and Karanja Crews hope to provide the Portland community with an opportunity for creative expression, cultural self-awareness, and fashion, beauty and personal empowerment with their event the Hairitage Jubilee: “A R/Evolution of Our African Roots.” Read the complete article
Portland Police Activities League Youth Center to Close Friday
Financial troubles have left the center out of options
2013-02-13
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
The Portland Police Activities League youth center is to close, Feb. 15. Based at Northeast 172nd at Glisan, the center served some of the poorest children in the city: children and teens from the Rockwood neighborhoods of East Portland and Gresham. But financial troubles left the Eastside youth center without to money to effect crucial repairs to the center as a stark contrast to the Beaverton club. Read the complete article
Number of Homeless Students in Washington State Surpasses 27,000
The ways poverty impacts kids' lives are as varied as the number of students
2013-02-12
Sheridan Smalley Special To The Skanner News
The roster of homeless students in Washington State’s K-12 schools reached a whopping 27,390 during the 2011-12 school year, according to the state Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Read the complete article
VIDEO: One Million Moms 4 Gun Control Rally Drew Around 100 Supporters
Sen. Ginny Burdick says Democrats are hiding from the issue
2013-02-11
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
Sen. Ginny Burdick and Mayor Charlie Hales spoke to about 100 people, Saturday, at a rally outside Portland City Hall to call for gun control measures. Read the complete article
Just-In: Oregon Higher Education Committee Looks at Opportunity Fund for Students
Proposal would create permanent fund to help students pay for college
2013-02-08
Press Release from the State Treasurers office
State Treasurer Ted Wheeler today outlined to legislators a new initiative that would create a new, stable and permanent way to help improve Oregon’s economic climate and boost access and affordability to higher education and job training. Read the complete article
Oregon Legislature: African American Advocates Head to Salem Feb. 19
On the agenda are jobs, safety net, racial profiling, hair braiding and cultural competence
2013-02-07
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
The Oregon Legislature is beginning its 2013 session with hundreds of proposals for new laws. The Urban League of Portland is taking African Americans and other minority advocates to Salem to make sure all of our voices are heard. Read the complete article
