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150323 starbucks race

Starbucks Baristas Stop Writing 'Race Together' on Cups

The cups were 'just the catalyst' for a larger conversation, and Starbucks will still hold forum discussions, co-produce special sections in USA TODAY and put more stores in minority communities as part of the Race Together initiative … For all the information click here


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PAALF Launches 'The People’s Plan’

Instead of conforming to the equity goals of current Portland government and non-profit entities, organizers say, the plan will set and push its own equity agenda … To read the whole story click here


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Reflections from Selma

'From back home in Oregon, where our state is a leader in breaking down barriers to exercising the right to vote, I say to Congressman Lewis, thank you for inspiring us, and for sharing your history, your humanity, your conscience, and your lessons of compassion' … To read all about it click here


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Kam Williams Celebrity Interview: April D. Ryan

Besides covering the Obama administration, April’s responsibilities include hosting 'The White House Report,' a syndicated show airing on about 300 radio stations around the country … To check the details click here


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New Online Order Form to Place an Auto Ad for Print or Web

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 auto ad.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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 150319 brown kate

Oregon Adopts Automatic Voter Registration

Gov. Kate Brown signed a bill that puts the burden of registration on the state instead of voters … For all the information click here


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Northwest Black Journalists in the Spotlight

We here at The Skanner News are celebrating the 75th anniversary of the National Newspaper Publishers Association during Black Press Week. In honor of this special event we are highlighting Black journalists and those who focus their work on African American communities throughout the Northwest … To read the whole story click here


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Brushfire Creative Partners Launches

In its premier offering, Brushfire addresses gentrification along with its effect on the collective psyche of many Black Portlanders in a video titled ‘Future: Portland'… To read all about it click here


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Eagles Confident They Can Upset Georgetown

Eastern Washington, seeded 13th in the South Region, will try to be the next overachieving underdog to down Georgetown … To check the details click here


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New Online Order Form to Place an Auto Ad for Print or Web

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 auto ad.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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150316 ban the box

City Council Considers Resolution to “Ban the Box”

The citywide initiative would prevent employers within Portland city limits from asking about criminal histories on job applications, effectively eliminating the past convictions checkbox … For all the information click here


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Building a Cutting Edge School from Scratch

Part 2 of 2: Science education advocates have criticized Portland Public School District's treatment of the Roosevelt remodel … To read the whole story click here


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Brushfire Creative Partners Launches

Digital producer Ifanyi Bell and photographer Margaret Jacobsen have teamed up to launch the new communications agency Brushfire Creative Partners … To read all about it click here


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Kentucky Basketball Legacy: The Black Athlete

1966 an all Black team in an NCAA Championship Finals was brand new to millions of American spectators … To check the details click here


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New Online Order Form to Place a Wedding Announcement for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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!


The Skanner's Online Webpaper

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150312 obama republicans

Let’s Stand with and Support Our President

Barack Obama holds the distinction of being the most disrespected president in the history of the country… To read the commentary click here


150312 toddler food

CDC: Toddler Food Often Has Too Much Salt, Sugar

Many packaged meals and snacks for toddlers contain worrisome amounts of salt and sugar, potentially creating an early taste for foods that may contribute to obesity and other health risks, according to a new government study… To read the whole story click here


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Kam Williams Reviews Movies Opening March 13, 2015

Cinderella, Run All Night, Champs and more… To read the reviews click here


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skanner place ads wedding

New Online Order Form to Place a Wedding Announcement for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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150309 obama selma

Bloody Sunday 50th Anniversary

A march commemorating the historic "Bloody Sunday" demonstration was set to begin Monday afternoon after several speakers at the 50th anniversary commemoration pushed visitors to fight to restore the Voting Rights Act … For all the information click here


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Univ. of Oklahoma President: Frat Members 'Disgraceful'

The president of the University of Oklahoma lambasted members of a fraternity on Monday who participated in a racist chant caught on video, calling them disgraceful and their behavior reprehensible … To read the whole story click here


 150309 mom stop vio

Mom’s Call For ‘Ceasefire’ and Peace

Emotions were high at a press conference called by the mother of the late Quintrell Holiman, who took his own life during a standoff with Portland Police this month. The message was a simple one, a message of peace … To read all about it click here


150309 nblsa

Black Law Student Association to Host a National Convention

The National Black Law Students Association is holding their 47th annual convention at the Hilton Portland & Executive Tower and Oregon Convention Center from March 11-15 … To check the details click here


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New Online Order Form to Place a Real Estate Ad for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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150305 hamptons

Second Allegation of Racism at Alberta Street Cafe

A lawsuit alleging denial of service on Alberta Street is one of three recent incidents at different businesses in Northeast Portland… For all the information click here


150305 desean quinn

De’Sean Quinn Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Tukwila

The City Council member says he wants to provide infrastructure to the burgeoning city… To read the whole story click here


150305 seattle fire chief scoggins

Harold Scoggins Nominated as Seattle Fire Chief

The California native has decades of service and looks forward to hiring more firefighters of color… To read all about it click here


150305 church fire

Allen Temple CME Church Committed to Rebuilding

On Saturday, Feb 7, one of Portland’s most loved churches experienced major damage from an electrical fire… To check the details click here


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New Online Order Form to Place a Real Estate Ad for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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150302 roosevelt high schoo

Emotions Run High Over Roosevelt STEM Complaint

The Roosevelt modernization project is embroiled in a conflict between the Portland Public School District and a Roosevelt community group over inequities in the new school design … For all the information click here


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'Strange Symbol' Turns Up at Portland High Schools

A series of mysterious stickers found at Grant, Lincoln and Cleveland High Schools over the weekend have parents, students and staff spooked that a violent event might be on the way … To read the whole story click here


150302 pasco police

Lawyer: Second Autopsy Shows Pasco Officers Shot Man from Behind

An independent autopsy of an unarmed Mexican man killed by police in Washington state shows he was shot as many as seven times — including twice from behind — contradicting earlier statements from authorities … To read all about it click here


150302 bloodline

‘Bloodline’ Anime Series Seeks Assistance for Premiere Episode

An underprivileged 16-year-old high school student realizes he’s the reincarnation of ancient alien royalty---that’s the subject of a new anime series that could use your help … To check the details click here


150302 Stic man

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New Online Order Form to Place an Obituary for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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150226 washington police shooting

Official: Pasco Man Hit by Several of Police's 17 Shots

Benjamin Crump, who represented the family of Michael Brown -- a black man killed by a police officer in Ferguson, Missouri -- says he'll represent Zambrano-Montes' family… For all the information click here


150226 OMSI genetics

African Genetic Testing Event Comes to OMSI

A highlight of the evening will be the public revealing of the genetic heritage of Stic.Man, local artist Mic Capes and other audience members who previously submitted their DNA for testing… To read the whole story click here


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Trinity Lutheran School Geography Bee

Uwem Etuk, a fourth grade student at Trinity Lutheran School, won the school competition of the National Geographic Bee on Jan. 24 and a chance at a $50,000 college scholarship… To read all about it click here


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Black History Month Special Edition: The Black Press

View The Skanner News' African American History Month tribute to the Black press… To view the special edition click here


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New Online Order Form to Place an Obituary for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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150223-malcolm x

Hundreds Mark 50 Years Since Malcolm X's Assassination

The ceremony was held at the Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center, formerly known as the Audubon Ballroom … For all the information click here


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Tualatin High Website Defaced with Racist Rhetoric

The school is gearing to celebrate its Unity Week promoting inclusiveness of all people on Feb. 24 … To read the whole story click here


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Why Blacks are More Likely to Die From Colon Cancer

Researchers have found that the disparity has less to do with race than with the quality of care … To read all about it click here


150223-oscars

Oscar Recap 2015: 'Birdman' Soars Over Competition

A galvanizing moment arrived during rapper/actor’s Common’s heartfelt remarks delivered while accepting the award for Best Song, “Glory,” with John Legend … To check the details click here


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New Online Order Form to Place a Job, Bid/Legal Notice or Sub-Bid Ad for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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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150219-kersey jerome kids

Former Trail Blazers Player Jerome Kersey Dies at 52

A team ambassador, Kersey appeared Tuesday with fellow former Blazers Terry Porter and Brian Grant at a Portland high school in celebration of African American History Month… To read the story click here


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Kate Brown Sworn in as Oregon Governor

In a speech to the Legislature after her swearing-in, Brown praised Kitzhaber for his contributions to Oregon but also said ‘we must restore the public's trust’… To read all about it click here


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Nielsen Report 2015: African American Spending Power Reaches Over One Trillion Dollars

In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Black Power Movement inspired racial pride and self-esteem amongst African-Americans and encouraged all Americans to acknowledge and embrace Black culture and heritage. Now Black Power also refers to the considerable economic influence of African-Americans… To read the details click here


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Film Review: The Business of Disease

If you are concerned about your health and are at all inclined to question authority, you might want to check out ‘The Business of Disease,’ a damning documentary written, directed, produced and narrated by Sonia Barrett… To read the full review click here


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New Online Order Form to Place a Job, Bid/Legal Notice or Sub-Bid Ad for Print or Web

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.


Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

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 Skanner Foundation's 38th Annual MLK Breakfast