Emily Nguyen

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Emily Nguyen

The City of Portland is taking a stand against gun violence with the recent announcement of the 2025 Safer Portland Grant. This initiative, overseen by the Office of Violence Prevention, has opened its doors for application submissions, aiming to empower community-based efforts to quell the unnerving uptick in gun-related incidents. Interested organizations had until Friday at 5:00 p.m. to throw their hat in the ring for a chance to secure funding designed to foster safer neighborhoods.

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Emily Nguyen

Source: State of OregonThe Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Seaside office is home to a vivid collection of hexagon-shaped artwork, courtesy of Warrenton Middle School and Warrenton Grade School students. These 60 junior artists have infused the Child Welfare lobby with an eclectic range of images and words, from sporting scenes to peaceful sloths, each piece a testament to their personal connections and communal ties.

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Emily Nguyen

The Portland Police Bureau has released its 2024 Annual Report, spotlighting a year that saw the Bureau make important gains in crime reduction and community relations, according to the summary provided on the City of Portland's official website. The report sets forth a narrative of progress, detailing efforts to bolster transparency and reconnect with Portland's communities, while also acknowledging the persistent challenges that lie ahead.

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Emily Nguyen

Source: Multnomah CountyWith an air of urgency, a coalition of Mayors from Multnomah County and East County cities has established a firm stance, pressing the Oregon Legislature to pass a critical transportation funding bill this session. Advocating for statewide sustainable funding, this Monday, May 12, they aim to unite in voice during a press conference, as reported by Multnomah County's official announcement.

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Emily Nguyen

Source: Multnomah County District Attorney's OfficeIn a verdict that speaks to the resiliency of the human spirit, 99-year-old Mr. Francis Leehan witnessed justice being served when his assailant Karon Roylee Jones was sentenced to 12 years in prison for a heinous Thanksgiving robbery in 2024.