Honoring t he West Coast’s energy trailblazer who transformed a single truck into an enduring legacy of service and success. On behalf of the Hartley family Nathaniel "Nate" Hartley In the history of American industry, there are entrepreneurs who fill a need, and then there are foundational figures who anchor a market. Nathaniel "Nate" Hartley belongs to the latter. As the owner of the only Black-owned residential, industrial, and commercial oil company on the West Coast, Mr.

New Housing Building Upcoming Proposals/Bids RFP #1 – PSU New Housing Building - RFP 01 - Electrical Infrastructure Issue Date: January 22 th , 2026 Bids Due:   February 12 th  at 4:00pm PST   Current package (RFP 01) is to select an early electrical subcontractor to perform connection of the new buildings to campus service, coordinate with PGE, and procure potential long lead equipment. Electrical scope for the new residence hall building will be a separate package and bid a

Solicitation No: P&CC26-081-RFP Office of Planning & Construction 9700 SW Capital Hwy Suite 260 Portland, OR 97003 Solicitation No: P&CC26-081-RFP Opportunity Center at 42nd Ave Art Acquisition SUMMARY The purpose of this Request for Proposals (Solicitation) is to obtain competitive Proposals from artists (Proposers) interested in the provision of the Opportunity Center at 42nd Avenue (OC42) for Portland Community College and chaku kumtuks haws for Home Forward. The purpose

Solicitation No: P&CC26-082-RFP Office of Planning & Construction 9700 SW Capitol Hwy Suite 260 Portland, OR 97219 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Solicitation No: P&CC26-082-RFP District Wide WAN Design SUMMARY The purpose of this Request for Proposals (Solicitation) is to obtain competitive Proposals from qualified Proposers interested in the provision of district wide WAN (wide area network) design for Portland Community College. A MANDATORY Virtual Pre-Proposal Conference  will...

“Now is Still the Time” Rev. Dr. J.W. Matt Hennessee On Sunday, January 18, 2026, Portland’s historic Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church (the first and only largely African-American Church in Oregon listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2017) and its vibrant community will host the 20th annual Drum Major Celebration. The Sunday Service will be held at 1:50 PM in the Sanctuary. The Church is located at 3138 N. Vancouver Avenue in Portland and the theme, “

Guilty plea brings life prison term Mohamed Osman Adan (Photo courtesy of Multnomah County District Attorney's Office) Multnomah County Circuit Court Judge Jenna Plank Tuesday (12/30/25) sentenced Mohamed Osman Adan to life in prison with the possibility of parole in 25 years. Adan pled guilty to Murder in the Second Degree for the brutal killing of his domestic partner, Racheal Abraham on August 27, 2022.  Adan was also convicted of Felony Strangulation Constituting Domestic

Providing recovery housing and support Photo Courtesy of Portland.gov Transition Projects partnered with the City of Portland to open a new overnight, recovery-oriented shelter, providing an essential step in helping people move from homelessness to housing. The SE Grand Recovery Shelter opened January 5 and began offering 140 overnight shelter beds, with the capacity to expand to 200 beds as needed, for individuals seeking a safe night’s sleep in an alcohol- and drug-free en

Funds Support Affordable Veteran Housing Project Image rendering of the First AME Zion Church "First In Portland Project" (Photo courtesy of First A.M.E. Zion Church)   First A.M.E. Zion Church, in partnership with Logos Faith Development and Rivermark Community Credit Union, has been awarded a $3 million grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Affordable Housing Program for its 44-unit affordable veteran multifamily housing project in Portland, Oregon. This capit

Millions of Americans jump into 2026 with steep insurance hikes A lectern awaits the arrival of House Democrats to speak on the health care funding fight on the steps of the House at the Capitol in Washington, Nov. 12, 2025 (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File) (AP) — Enhanced tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority of Affordable Care Act enrollees expired overnight, cementing higher health costs for millions of Americans at the s

Federal action raises questions for programs People gather for a news conference at the state capitol in St. Paul Minn., on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. (AP Giovanna Dell’Orto) (AP) The Trump administration has said it is freezing child care funds to all states until they provide more verification about the programs in a move fueled by a series of fraud schemes at Minnesota day care centers run by Somali residents. All 50 states will be impacted by the review, but the Republ

Trump warns he could revive the deployments later even after court setbacks Protesters stand off against California National Guard soldiers at federal building in downtown Los Angeles (AP Photo/Richard Vogel, File (AP) — President Donald Trump said he’s dropping — for now — his push to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon, a move that comes after legal roadblocks held up the effort. “We will come back, perhaps in a much different and stron

Porthaven Post Acute Staff (Photo courstey of Porthaven) Porthaven Post Acute provides skilled nursing and care for patients with severe, complex or life-threatening illness or injury who require intensive, continuous medical care for serious health issues. But their problems are made worse because many of these patients lack stable housing, a problem that is getting worse as homelessness continues to grow. “Porthaven routinely accepts patients that many other facilities cann

Reflecting on the Fair Housing Act law made after her father’s killing Bernice King daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., speaks during a news conference at the King Jr Center Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File) Bernice King warned that decades of progress toward fair and equitable housing in the United States are at risk as the Trump administration moves to cut funding for housing-related programs and nonprofits that investigate discrimination co

ODOT promotes awareness and reporting An ODOT variable message sign raises awareness of Human Trafficking Prevention Month (Photo courtesy of ODOT) The Oregon Department of Transportation is supporting January’s Human Trafficking Prevention Month, designed to educate people about human trafficking and the role we all play in preventing and reporting the crime. Human trafficking is a form of modern slavery that involves using force, fraud, or pressure to obtain cheap labor or

Portland Community College is delivering a big assist to men’s health Aaron Bell Sr. (Photo courtesy of Portland Community College) NORTH PORTLAND, Ore. – Portland Community College is delivering a big assist to men’s health.   The Cascade Campus gym (705 N. Killingsworth St.) will host the annual Aaron Bell Sr. Black Men’s Health Awareness Day from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 17. The event honors the legacy of Aaron Bell Sr., a PCC men’s basketball assistant coach who passed aw

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Showcasing local art through December 24 DB Dessert Company is a dessert café and lifestyle brand in Portland specializing in custom cakes, elaborate cupcakes, and picture-perfect treats. (Photo courtesy of Portland Metro Chamber - Downtown Portland Clean & Safe) As the 2025 PDX Pop-Up Shops continue through December 24th, the 11 participating small business owners are drawing growing interest for the distinct personal histories, cultural influences, and artistic disciplines

Commissioners Approve Proclamations on AIDS, Transgender Remembrance and Genocide The Board with County staff and community members proclaim World AIDS Day. The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners marked its monthly Proclamation Day on Wednesday, Dec. 3, by approving three proclamations recognizing World AIDS Day, Transgender Day of Remembrance and the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of Genocide. Commissioner Julia Brim-Edwards presided over

Targeted efforts credited with ongoing declines IACP Award The Portland Police Stolen Vehicle Operations (SVOs) have continued to show results, including arrests and recovered stolen vehicles. Additionally, the innovative, data-driven initiative is getting more national recognition. This year, there have been 10 Stolen Vehicle Operations missions, involving PPB and nine outside agencies, including the Gresham Police Department, Port of Portland Police Department, Multnomah Co

Community partnership provides essential food support to local families in need Event attendees and volunteers Portland Trail Blazers center Duop Reath joined UnitedHealthcare and Boys and Girls Clubs of Portland Metro to deliver holiday food boxes to 100 families and shoot hoops with kids at the Blazers Club in Northeast Portland.   Trading three-point field goals for high-fives, Reath and Blazers Club kids—the only Boys & Girls Club in the nation partnered with an NBA franc

Funds aimed at programs improving student outcomes Y.O.U.T.H. (Courtesy of Oregon Community Foundation) The Oregon Community Foundation announced $720,000 in new grants to 30 Black-led, Black-serving nonprofits across Oregon, many located in North and Northeast Portland. The grants are designed to strengthen organizations that improve outcomes for Black students statewide. Through its Black Student Success Initiative, the Oregon Community Foundation has supported culturally l

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Strengthening the City’s Commitment to Community-Focused Service Jeffrey Hairston (Photo courtesy of City of Gresham) The City of Gresham announced today that Fire Chief Derik Minard will be departing the organization, effective December 12, to accept the position of Fire Chief for the City of Savannah, Georgia.   “Chief Minard brought stability and strength to Gresham Fire at a critical moment, and we are grateful for his service,” said City Manager Eric Schmidt. “His leader

Protect your SNAP & TANF Benefits Photo courtesy of Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) The Oregon Department of Human Services is encouraging people in Oregon to take action today to protect the SNAP food and TANF cash benefits on their EBT cards from electronic theft like card skimming, card cloning, phishing and other similar methods. Most theft occurs in the beginning of the month immediately after SNAP and TANF benefits are issued to EBT cards. Criminals use metho

Alabama Assistant Brings Pac-12 Experience and Offensive Firepower to Rebuilding Beavers Alabama wide receiver coach JaMarcus Shephard speaks to the media after the team’s spring NCAA college football practice, March 8, 2024, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File) (AP) — Oregon State on Friday announced the hiring of Alabama assistant JaMarcus Shephard as its head coach, replacing Trent Bray, who was fired following the Beavers’ 0-7 start. The 42-year-old Shephard ha

TriMet Implements Initial Cost-Saving Cuts First round of planned service reductions puts TriMet on course to align spending with revenue. (Photo courtesy of TriMet) Fewer buses began running on five TriMet lines in the evenings starting Sunday, Nov. 30, with service reduced during lower-ridership hours. TriMet also adjusted several bus schedules to improve on-time performance and restored service to Southwest Campus Drive following a long-term detour. The reductions that too

One Year Since Near Bankruptcy, Community Cycling Center Has Recovered Community Cycling Center One year ago, the Community Cycling Center announced it was at risk of closing its doors after more than a quarter century serving Portland’s youth and families. Thanks to strong community support, decisive internal changes, and renewed focus, the organization enters the 2025 holiday giving season in a more stable position, while still relying on donor support to sustain and grow i

Crews extinguish small fires in NE Portland Vehicle that was actively burning with downed line on the ground nearby after complete extinguishment. (Photo courtesy of Portland Fire & Rescue) At 5:06 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 28, Portland Fire Engine 14 was dispatched to an arcing electrical wire near the intersection of NE 22nd and NE Bryant in the Concordia Neighborhood. When the crew arrived, they found a downed wire that had ignited street-side vegetation, and they worked quickl

Christmas Ships Parade Celebrates 71 years Christmas Ship Parade Panoramic (Photo Courtesy of Christmas Ships) Longest continuously operating illuminated boat parade in the U.S. returns to Columbia and Willamette Rivers this December The Christmas Ships Parade, a beloved Pacific Northwest tradition since 1954, announces its 71st season of bringing holiday cheer to communities along the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. Over 70 beautifully decorated and illuminated boats will p

A campaign to Make Critical Upgrades to Increase Usability Terry and Cheryl Holden Momentum is soaring for the $3.35 million campaign to transform Molalla High School’s Burghardt Sports Complex. Philanthropists Terry (class of 1968) and Cheryl Holden have pledged a transformational $500,000 gift. The Holden’s are splitting their gift with $250,000 supporting the major capital improvements and $250,000 going to an ongoing maintenance fund, ensuring that the facility remains in

S tate Approval Recognizes Program & Strengthens Region’s Education Workforce 2025 BASTE Grads at Commencement Clark College is proud to announce that its  Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education (BASTE) program  has been  fully accredited  by the  Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) of Washington state.  The board approved the accreditation at its Nov. 13 meeting.   PESB is the state body responsible for reviewing and approving teacher preparation programs

Legacy Executives Refuse To Bargain Ahead of Strike Frontline healthcare workers from ONA, OFNHP and AFT show their support for advanced practice providers (APPs) at Legacy Health who are preparing for a strike. Photo Courtesy of ONA   The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) has filed an unfair labor practice charge against Legacy Health  for illegally refusing to meet with advanced practice providers (APPs) and come to a fair contract agreement to prevent a strike. While Legacy

S uspect seeks to block evidence in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing case Suspect Luigi Mangione is taken into the Blair County Courthouse on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, in Hollidaysburg, Pa. (Benjamin B. Braun/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP) AP-Luigi Mangione watched stoically in court Monday as prosecutors played surveillance videos showing the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City sidewalk last year and Mangione’s arrest five days later at a McDonald’s

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