Abigail Harper
April 16, 2025
Local News, Los Angeles
The Enduring Legacy of Roller Skating in L.A. County’s Black Community
It’s a Thursday night and West Coast rap anthems are thumping over the sound system. A group of O.G.s are…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Portland
Portland’s Footwear Industry Faces Challenges Amid U.S.-China Trade War
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) – Portland is a powerhouse in the footwear industry, serving as home to production giants like Nike…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Portland
International Student at Portland State University Forced to Leave Amid Visa Revocation
Portland State University graduate student Abdul Almutairi learned Thursday he was one of 23 international students in Oregon targeted by…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Portland
Ladds 500: A Whimsical Bicycle Relay Embracing Community and Creativity in Portland
Ladd’s Addition in southeast Portland transformed into a vibrant carnival this past Saturday as hundreds of participants engaged in the…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Portland
Portland’s Shelter System Faces Funding and Oversight Challenges Amid Transition to New Provider
Last week, the city of Portland informed longtime shelter operator Sunstone Way that it would not be awarded a contract…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Portland
Multnomah County Reveals Shelter Bed Costs Amid Budget Concerns
Multnomah County has been spending tens of thousands of dollars annually on each shelter bed it operates, with costs for…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Portland
Portland Homebuying Season Heats Up Amid High Mortgage Rates and Increased Inventory
Portland could be headed for its busiest homebuying season in years, as house hunters acclimate to stubbornly high mortgage rates…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Portland
Stalker Sentenced to 15 Months in Prison for Harassment of Woman Over Risqué Photos
In a disturbing case that has garnered significant attention, Douglas Arthur Merkle II, 49, was sentenced to 15 months in…
April 16, 2025
Local News, Boston
Exploring Boston’s Musical Heritage Through Soundscape Tours
Billed as a journey through the city’s rock ‘n’ roll past and present, Soundscape Tours string decades of Boston music…
April 16, 2025
Local News, San Francisco
Tight Race for Oakland Mayor: Taylor Holds Slim Lead Over Lee as Results Roll In
Initial election results show Loren Taylor with a thin lead over Barbara Lee in the vote count, but it’s way…
April 16, 2025
Local News, San Francisco
San Francisco Supervisor Proposes Legislation to End Family Shelter Stay Limit
In a bold move to tackle the issue of family homelessness in San Francisco, Supervisor Jackie Fielder has announced her…
April 16, 2025
Local News, San Francisco
Impact of Federal Cuts on Head Start: A Personal Story of Loss and Resilience
Birdie Winrow was on the verge of buying a home when the Trump administration began firing federal workers as part…