We Out Here Magazine, Toni Morrison's new book, the White House Correspondents' Dinner and more … For all the information click here
The Washington state Democrat is the reason behind an uncomfortable power standoff between two men who intend to lead the Democrats after Minority Leader Harry Reid retires … To read the whole story click here
There is still time to save lives — that's why governments and aid agencies Sunday rushed doctors, volunteers and equipment to Nepal without waiting for the dust to settle … To read all about it click here
A night of violence gave way to a day of mourning Sunday for a man who died after sustaining serious injuries while in the custody of Baltimore police … To check the details click here
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It starts April 27, running from 7 to 8 a.m. every Monday and Friday at the Columbia International Cup Coffee Shop and Café at 9022 North Newman Ave., in New Columbia… For all the information click here
The House Judiciary Committee approved a bill Monday that says merely videotaping a police, parole or probation officer does not constitute the crime of interfering with the official's duties… To read the whole story click here
The Skanner News interviews opera singer Angela Renée Simpson, who plays “Queenie” in the production… To read the interview click here
District Attorney Rod Underhill testified before the county board about the hardships of crime victims who are often overlooked and neglected… To read the whole story click here
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Conscious brothers and sisters consider it their “reasonable” service to support one another, to contribute to one another’s causes, and to let their actions speak louder than their words … For all the information click here
Some lawmakers, sensing a tipping point, are backing the parents and teachers who complain about 'high stakes' tests … To read the whole story click here
The issue is likely to influence the 2016 presidential election … To read all about it click here
A number of the bills now before the Oregon State Legislature protect parties who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault … To check the details click here
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We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase a wedding announcement.
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The brochure says, 'Almost immediately after its launch, skinheads adopted the boot as their weapon of choice'… For all the information click here
A message of youth empowerment at one event, and a call to end racial profiling at another were the focus of Sybrina Fulton during her visit this week… To read more click here
The show delves into local African American social movements of the 1960s, 70s and early 80s … To read the whole story click here
Unlike with many drug courts or other programs, participants aren't threatened with jail time or with being kicked out if they relapse… To read all about it click here
Community advocate Cat Goughnour urges Portlanders to act to halt the teardown of the historic St. Paul's Church … To check the details click here
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We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase a wedding announcement.
On our website, under Entertainment, click on Crossword Puzzle, or Sudoku Puzzle. Ten fresh puzzles each week. If you just can’t guess that word, just tell it to fill it in for you!
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The agency last month put in a bid for federal funding to address local Black teens’ runaway STD infection rate as well as overall sexual health and pregnancy among youth of color … For all the information click here
The median wealth, or net worth, among single Black women is just $100; the median wealth among single White women is $41,500… To read the whole story click here
Two Oregon lawmakers plan bills allowing marijuana businesses operating in compliance with state law to take federal deductions on taxes like other small businesses … To read all about it click here
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We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase a real estate ad.
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The case still begs the question: How do you prove discrimination in a restaurant? For answers from the experts click here
She appears at a local church event as well as the YWCA 23rd Annual Inspire Luncheon… To get the details click here
Julianne Malveaux asks if the students are being cheated in the Atlanta teaching scandal… To read the commentary click here
The Urban League of Portland is hosting the 22nd Annual Career Connections Fair to connect employers with job seekers… To read about the event click here
On Saturday, June 20, 2015, all Portlanders are invited to join a very special celebration of freedom… To read more click here
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We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase a real estate ad.
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The law offers tax credits so people without access to job-based health insurance can buy private coverage. Because these subsidies are tied to income, consumers must accurately estimate what they will make for the coming year … For all the information click here
New report links the growth in Black entrepreneurship and Black juvenile arrests in large cities … To read the whole story click here
The Portland Opera is showing performances of the racially provocative “Show Boat” from May 1 – 9 and is hosting a series of events around Portland to explore the production in more depth … To read all about it click here
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We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase an obituary.
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Secretary of State John Kerry has closed a deal with Iran that has observers wondering if he’ll win the Nobel Prize. But it almost failed… To read the full editorial click here
Comedy competition winner Nathan Brannon shares his insight, ambitions and hopes for the future… To read the interview click here
Grand celebration will highlight local ministry’s dynamic past, present, and future… To read the whole story click here
Applications such as Burnbook, Afterschool, Yik Yak, Whisper and Kik have been used by students to make threats anonymously… To read all about it click here
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We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase an obituary.
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Multnomah County Commissioner Loretta Smith apparently works too hard and spends too much on her constituents. Is that a sin? … For all the information click here
A Madison High School mother is taking a stand after her daughter was placed in a chokehold by a school vice principal during a minor scuffle off campus last winter… To read the whole story click here
The Skanner News spoke with Patridge to clarify what role diversity will plan in the OLCC’s rulemaking, lessons learned from Colorado’s marijuana rollout, and ensuring a healthy free-market in Oregon … To read all about it click here
The new Community Alliance of Tenants’ comic book “Know Your Rights: Don’t Get Evicted” is a reference to help people understand their legal rights as a renters facing eviction … To check the details click here
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Read The Skanner News' Special Section on Health in Our Turn-the-Pages Edition … For the online edition click here
Oregon hospitals won't reduce spending on services that benefit the community, even though the facilities are spending far less on uncompensated charity care because more people are insured … To read the whole story click here
Will Black Oregonians will have a fair shake in new multi-million dollar industry? … To read all about it click here
The legalization of marijuana in Colorado has reduced pot arrests, but a newly released study says it doesn't solve one of the central goals of drug-policy reformers: ending racial disparities in enforcement … To check the details click here
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We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase an ad for a job, bid/legal notice or sub-bid.
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