Until 10 years ago, Mitchell S. Jackson never saw writing as a viable career. Now an acclaimed author, he says the idea for his book came to him while in prison.

Sen. Jeff Merkley gave the keynote speech at the East Portland Neighborhood Economic Development Summit 2012. Organized by the Portland Development Commission and held at the Immigrant and Refugee Coalition of Oregon, the conference brought together business owners, financial specialists and community activists to learn about lending and development opportunities.

The 14th annual African American Homebuyer's Fair offered first-time homebuyers a wealth of advice and resources to help make their dreams possible.

The American Bridge Association (ABA) is launching a new membership drive and they're looking for interested card players of any age.

The City of Portland and the Department of Justice have released a Letter of Agreement that aims to resolve problems identified in police use of force.

This just in: For its annual community-wide reading project, Multnomah County Library is trying something a little different.

The plight of the Snoozy's Hollow neighborhood in Northeast Portland came to a head Wednesday as the Portland City Council unanimously approved a plan adding $16,000 liens on residents' homes – with the promise of $3,000-$10,000 more debt later -- to build them into the city's grid for individual water service, sewer services and roads with storm drains.

A group of Portland housing activists have vowed to prevent homeowners in foreclosure from being evicted. They intend to turn out in force whenever sheriffs show up to evict families from their homes.

Eat more, and eat a variety of vegetables. You can't go wrong with vegetables! Our "best" picks are good to start with, but try other produce, too. These vegetables pack the most nutrition for the lowest cost: