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Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 07 August 2025

Multnomah County Commissioner Shannon Singleton (Screenshot of live feed)

Commissioners Shannon Singleton and Vince Jones-Dixon cosponsor proclamation to recognize, support local Black entrepreneurship.

Details: Written by CORA LEWIS and LINLEY SANDERS Associated Press; Published: 04 August 2025

A new poll finds the vast majority of U.S. adults are feeling some stress about the cost of groceries, as prices continue to rise and concerns about the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs remain widespread. Only 14% say it’s not a source of stress, underscoring the pervasive anxiety most Americans continue to feel about the cost of everyday essentials. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research survey finds about 4 in 10 Americans under age 45 say they've used what are known as “buy now, pay later” services to make small purchases on entertainment or restaurant meals or to pay for essentials like groceries or medical care

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 31 July 2025

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield headshot, courtesy the Oregon Department of Justice:

Advocates provide tips, resources to SNAP applicants.

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 23 July 2025

Damon Johnson’s death draws sharp criticism 14 years after DOJ settlement about PPB’s use of force against those suffering mental illness.

Details: Written by By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer; Published: 17 July 2025

The Portland Fire logo is seen during a launching event for the name of Portland's WNBA basketball franchise outside the Moda Center on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)

The expansion franchise, which begins play next next season along with the Toronto Tempo, announced its name and branding on Tuesday — reviving the moniker of the city's previous WNBA team that played from 2000 to 2002.

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 10 July 2025

Tamie Cline, president of the Oregon Nurses Association

‘The only way for the government to save money on Medicaid is to stop people from getting services’

Details: Written by ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer; Published: 07 July 2025

Faith Kipyegon, from Kenya, runs in an attempt to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes, at Stade Charlety in Paris, Thursday, June 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)

Kipyegon, a three-time Olympic champion in the event, bested her own record of 3:49.04, set last July before the Paris Games.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 02 July 2025

FILE - Students use their cellphones as they leave for the day the Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts High School in downtown Los Angeles, Aug. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)

Executive Order 25-09 establishes statewide policy cell phone use in K-12 school