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Details: Written by Christen McCurdy; Published: 14 July 2016

CEO Tony Hopson says school’s closure will enable organization to focus on its mission

Details: Written by Christen McCurdy; Published: 14 July 2016

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County expands the age limit on lead testing at free clinics

Details: Written by Arashi Young; Published: 14 July 2016

More than 1,000 demonstrators turned out Thursday to protest the shootings of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile. Photo by Arashi Young.

Mostly-peaceful event interrupted briefly as conservative blogger draws gun on the crowd

Details: Written by The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.; Published: 09 July 2016

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. calls for gun control, police and citizen accountability....

Details: Written by Christen McCurdy; Published: 07 July 2016

Group calls Modica’s demotion ‘a step backward’

Details: Written by Arashi Young; Published: 07 July 2016

Commissioner Dan Saltzman speaks at the Yes for Affordable Housing campaign kickoff.

A $258.4 million bond would allow the city to buy or build 1,300 rental units

Details: Written by Arashi Young; Published: 07 July 2016

On June 14, Mayor Charlie Hales visited the Montavilla Community Center and spent time with Portland Parks staff and volunteers. The visit was in support of the Community Centers Initiative to provide free access to recreation and deter young people from gang-related violence. Photo courtesy of Charlie Hales via Facebook.

The $700,000 grant block will fund programs for youth at risk of getting involved with gangs