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All Things Being Equal

Artist explores discrimination in popular culture

A thought-provoking look at how art can give a window into how modern culture perpetuates discrimination

Phenomenal Concert Encore

A musical journey of blues and Gospel in America

You’re invited to join this history of American music and celebration of our music legacy

Oregon Teacher of the Year

Franklin educator receives top honor

Franklin High School special education educator Mercedes Muñoz was named Oregon’s 2020 Teacher of the Year

A proposed change to city code by City Commissioner Chloe Eudaly to lessen the power of neighborhood associations to better serve diverse and underserved populations has become a contentious issue. One of Eudaly’s chief critics is her former employee, public policy consultant Mingus Mapps, who plans to run for her seat.

Many Stories about Bias in Medicine True

Why some people don’t trust doctors

Biases against people of color have historic significance, even today

Push for Changes in Police Contract

Advocates outline priorities in open letter

Activists push for open process in negotiating new police union contract

Anniversary a Musical Tribute

Rev. Dr. T. Allen Bethel to be honored

Concert on Friday, Oct. 25 at Maranatha Church of God will feature renowned gospel singers

Warming Heads and Hearts

Diverse sewing group gives back

A diverse volunteer sewing group stitches winter warmth for homeless residents

Music Hall Honors

Recognition for two icons of black community

Paul Knauls and Ural Thomas to be honored by Oregon Music Hall of Fame on Saturday

Metro Procurement ITB-3755

Bids for Concrete Slab replacement

New Front for Economic Growth

Black Chamber of Commerce fills a void

A new chamber has been formed, the Black American Chamber of Commerce, which promises to provide resources, scholarships and assistance to its members.

A Beauty Salon on Wheels

Entrepreneur's mobile salon covers entire city

After owning her own beauty salon for years, Rita Calloway started a unique new business: a beauty salon on wheels.

Kee’s #Loaded Kitchen Cooks up Soul

A Portland favorite with an original dish each day

Food cart owner makes soul food dishes and desserts a signature for good eats

Cannabis Business Gets a Boost

Grants promoting diversity help level playing field

Green Box, is Portland’s “first best weed delivery service,” where customers can sign up for delivery of a different box each month that contains a combination of edibles, flower, vape pens, extracts, concentrates and more.