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6 days ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
In a significant move geared towards addressing the homelessness crisis in Portland, Mayor Keith Wilson announced the successful assembly of a team and funding to kickstart his plan aimed at combating unsheltered homelessness in the city. The collective effort has secured a sum of $24.9 million, as reported in a recent announcement by the Mayor's office. Metro, Portland's regional government, has stepped up with a unanimous vote led by Chair Lynn Peterson to contribute $15 million to the cause.
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6 days ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
Source: Spicypepper999, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsPortland residents can expect a momentary respite from the recent chilly weather, with today's forecast indicating a pleasant change. According to the National Weather Service, sunshine will visit the city, ushering in a high near 77 degrees with gentle breezes setting the scene. This welcome shift in weather comes after a rather brisk start to the morning at 45°F, marked by a calm and clear awakening.
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6 days ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
Source: Google Street ViewThe Oregon Parks and Recreation Department recently dished out grants totaling nearly $300K to support various veteran and war memorial projects throughout the state, ensuring that those who served will not be forgotten. A sum of $295,195 will be divided among four distinct projects aimed at either crafting new monuments or maintaining existing ones.
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1 week ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
A shooting incident near a Southwest Portland preschool this afternoon involved a security guard, according to the Portland Police Bureau, as officers rushed to the scene around 11:50 AM and found one adult injured in a parking lot close to the location at 6600 SW Capitol Hwy, KOIN reports.
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1 week ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
The Oregon House has voted to push forward a bill aiming to rename places with offensive names across the state's geography. HB 3532, also known as the Dignity in Place Act, was led by Representative Tawna Sanchez of Portland, seeking to accelerate the process of scrubbing derogatory names from Oregon's maps. Locations under review include Squaw Creek in Douglas County, Chinaman Hat in Josephine County, and Cannibal Mountain in Lincoln County.
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1 week ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
Source: Google Street ViewThe National Weather Service in Portland, Oregon, has offered up a forecast that's a quintessential grab bag of Pacific Northwest weather, according to the latest from the skies above—starting off with a fine, clear 55°F morning that sets the temperate stage for the week's mix of sun, clouds, and occasional showers.
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1 week ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
Source: Unsplash / {Gift Habeshaw}This May, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is putting the spotlight on the pivotal role of resource families, respite providers, and relative caregivers who support children and young adults during periods of foster care. In an announced proclamation, Governor Tina Kotek paid tribute to these individuals, highlighting their tireless efforts to foster secure and nurturing environments for those in need.
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1 week ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
Five individuals were arrested on Portland State University's campus on Monday evening during protests against conservative speaker Riley Gaines. The demonstration, held outside the Smith Memorial Student Union building, called for Portland State University to reject anti-trans rhetoric linked to the speaker. According to KPTV, Portland State University police requested assistance from the Portland Police Bureau around 7 p.m. to manage the crowd.
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1 week ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
Source: Oregon State Treasury In an effort to build a stronger financial foundation for the next generation of Oregonians, the Oregon College Savings Plan (OCSP) has announced a significant magnification of their college savings incentives. As reported by the Oregon State Treasury, brand-new OCSP accounts opened for newborns or kindergarteners now arrive with a $100 starting deposit. This quadrupled amount, up from the previous $25, aims to cement a college-going culture starting from the cradle.
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1 week ago | 
hoodline.com | Clara Robinson
The Gresham Police Department is currently investigating a death they've deemed suspicious, following the discovery of a body early yesterday morning. According to a news release from the City of Gresham, officers responded to a report of suspicious activity in the area of the 2600 block of NE 201st Avenue shortly before 8:00 am yesterday.
Upon arrival, the attending officers found an individual deceased at the scene.
