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City of Portland posts many homeless encampments at least twice before a sweep

The city extends the legal window for sweeps by posting and reposting encampments, which can cause distress and logistical issues for unhoused Portlanders
By
K. Rambo
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
People sitting in the audience look to the stage as one person asks a question into a mic. Some attendees have their dogs in their lap. The people in the photo are smiling and laughing.

The Freadom Festival celebrates revolutionary history of Black literacy

On Juneteenth weekend, Portland had its first Black book festival
By
Mia Ryder-Marks
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
A photo of two people smiling and standing next to each other on a sunny day.

Kaia Sand | 10 ways to support houseless neighbors

Opinion | While projections are nowhere near last June’s heat dome, sun exposure is always a challenge for people living outside. Here’s how to support your houseless neighbors through the heat, and in many other ways:
By
Kaia Sand
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
Bronwyn poses for a photo. She is inside and wearing a mask and has one hand propped against a brick wall.

Opinion | Lessons from 7 years on the streets

Bronwyn Jones Carver has been homeless since a landlord tried to raise her rent by nearly 100% in 2015. Since then, she's learned to adapt and reach for new heights.
By
Bronwyn Carver
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
A yellow document titled "Multnomah County Sheriff's Office professional standards/internal affairs unit. Below it says, "incident information" and beneath that "complainant information"

‘No pu**ies, no bedwetters’

Internal Affairs declines to investigate complaint by high-ranking official alleging sexist language on 2020 protest challenge coin
By
K. Rambo
June 15, 2022
Street Roots

Trauma’s Long Reach: The Homicide of Ervin Jones

The 1945 police killing of Ervin Jones left an impact on his family for generations. Now, his relatives hope to change the record surrounding his death.
By
Melanie Henshaw
June 15, 2022
Street Roots
A photo of the outside of a hotel from the parking lot.

Kaia Sand | Central City Concern transformed a hotel into housing

Opinion | Portland should build a local Project Turnkey Program
By
Kaia Sand
June 15, 2022
Street Roots
Stacks of coins with tiny plastic figurines depicting a family.

Opinion | Abortion is an economic issue

Three-quarters of abortion patients are poor or low-income and cannot afford another child
By
Mary King
June 15, 2022
Street Roots
Photo of a fenced off area at the Oregon State Penitentiary

Questions remain as COVID-19 transmission increases in Oregon prisons

Anomalies in public data regarding COVID-19 protocols cause concern
By
Melanie Henshaw
June 8, 2022
Street Roots
A map of the U.S. with the states outlined. Skull and crossbones are within 27 states indicating that they have the death penalty. 3 of the states have an asterisk indicating that the state has a current gubernatorial moratorium on the death penalty.

Opinion | After 27 years as a mitigation specialist in death penalty cases, Ellen Rogers is retiring

A collection of essays bolsters Rogers’ reflective framework exploring Oregon's history of capital punishment
By
Ellen Rogers
June 8, 2022
Street Roots
Illustrations of a house with a chimney, front door and a hammer and dollar bills atop the roof. The illustrations are on a blue background.

Half of Oregon renters spend more than 30% of their income on rent

The housing shortage plays a role, but building more homes won't fix the affordability crisis.
By
Piper McDaniel
June 1, 2022
Street Roots
In the foreground is a thermometer showing temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit and a bright sun shining in the background.

Heat Week is coming to Portland

One year removed from the deadly 'heat dome,' Portlanders will gather to mourn those who died — and call for better outcomes in the future
By
Christine Menges
June 24, 2022
Street Roots

City of Portland posts many homeless encampments at least twice before a sweep

The city extends the legal window for sweeps by posting and reposting encampments, which can cause distress and logistical issues for unhoused Portlanders
By
K. Rambo
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
People sitting in the audience look to the stage as one person asks a question into a mic. Some attendees have their dogs in their lap. The people in the photo are smiling and laughing.

The Freadom Festival celebrates revolutionary history of Black literacy

On Juneteenth weekend, Portland had its first Black book festival
By
Mia Ryder-Marks
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
A photo of Street Roots vendor J Irish holding his cat and a newspaper. A quote from him in white text says, "I was tired of watching my own life and those around me completely tank. I realized I don’t deserve this trouble or this pain, so I got out of it

Street Roots vendor profile | Nearly 6 months clean, ‘J’ is proud of his journey

‘J’ found his place at Street Roots and has big plans for his future
By
Jessica Hamilton
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
Bronwyn poses for a photo. She is inside and wearing a mask and has one hand propped against a brick wall.

Opinion | Lessons from 7 years on the streets

Bronwyn Jones Carver has been homeless since a landlord tried to raise her rent by nearly 100% in 2015. Since then, she's learned to adapt and reach for new heights.
By
Bronwyn Carver
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
A photo of two people smiling and standing next to each other on a sunny day.

Kaia Sand | 10 ways to support houseless neighbors

Opinion | While projections are nowhere near last June’s heat dome, sun exposure is always a challenge for people living outside. Here’s how to support your houseless neighbors through the heat, and in many other ways:
By
Kaia Sand
June 22, 2022
Street Roots
A photo of the outside of a hotel from the parking lot.

Kaia Sand | Central City Concern transformed a hotel into housing

Opinion | Portland should build a local Project Turnkey Program
By
Kaia Sand
June 15, 2022
Street Roots
A cutout of vendor, Johnny Rottin, is next to a quote from him that says, “I’m trying to help take care of others because others have helped me.”

Street Roots vendor profile | More stability means more time for creativity

With housing and a new job, Johnny has more time to pursue his art
By
Robin Havenick
June 15, 2022
Street Roots
A yellow document titled "Multnomah County Sheriff's Office professional standards/internal affairs unit. Below it says, "incident information" and beneath that "complainant information"

‘No pu**ies, no bedwetters’

Internal Affairs declines to investigate complaint by high-ranking official alleging sexist language on 2020 protest challenge coin
By
K. Rambo
June 15, 2022
Street Roots
Stacks of coins with tiny plastic figurines depicting a family.

Opinion | Abortion is an economic issue

Three-quarters of abortion patients are poor or low-income and cannot afford another child
By
Mary King
June 15, 2022
Street Roots

Trauma’s Long Reach: The Homicide of Ervin Jones

The 1945 police killing of Ervin Jones left an impact on his family for generations. Now, his relatives hope to change the record surrounding his death.
By
Melanie Henshaw
June 15, 2022
Street Roots
A cutout of Tony Boone holding his dog in his arms is next to a quote from him that says, "To all Street Roots readers: Thank you for your support."

Street Roots vendor profile | Consistency and building community

Tony has been a vendor since 2013 and he's invested in the community he's built
By
Dylan Jefferies
June 8, 2022
Street Roots
A map of the U.S. with the states outlined. Skull and crossbones are within 27 states indicating that they have the death penalty. 3 of the states have an asterisk indicating that the state has a current gubernatorial moratorium on the death penalty.

Opinion | After 27 years as a mitigation specialist in death penalty cases, Ellen Rogers is retiring

A collection of essays bolsters Rogers’ reflective framework exploring Oregon's history of capital punishment
By
Ellen Rogers
June 8, 2022
Street Roots
Photo of a fenced off area at the Oregon State Penitentiary

Questions remain as COVID-19 transmission increases in Oregon prisons

Anomalies in public data regarding COVID-19 protocols cause concern
By
Melanie Henshaw
June 8, 2022
Street Roots
A row of bike racks on a sidewalk, installed closely together.

Kaia Sand | Sweeps deter progress

Opinion | On the verge of investments in shelter, housing and services, city sweeps only serve to impede improvement
By
Kaia Sand
June 8, 2022
Street Roots

Editorial | Street Roots launches independent Sweep Tracker

Street Roots’ independent Sweep Tracker will use crowdsourced information to provide accountability
By
SR editorial board
June 1, 2022
Street Roots
A blue and white RV on a white bacground.

Opinion | People need a safe space to park their RVs

By
Eileen Hager
June 1, 2022
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A cutout of Street Roots vendor Elizabeth Bodenstab is next to a quote by her in white text. She is smiling and holding up keys on a lanyard. The quote says, "If it wasn’t for Street Roots, I wouldn’t be getting my housing."

Street Roots vendor profile | Newly housed and focusing on her health

After 22 years of being housing insecure, Elizabeth has the keys to her new place
By
Jessica Hamilton
June 1, 2022
Street Roots
4 people smile and pose for a photo on a rooftop. The people are surrounded by chairs and in the background are trees and tall buildings in downtown Portland.

Opinion | ‘Friendship is a concrete act of care’

Developing a deeper understanding of the benefits of building long-lasting relationships
By
Shira Feinberg
June 1, 2022
Street Roots
Illustrations of a house with a chimney, front door and a hammer and dollar bills atop the roof. The illustrations are on a blue background.

Half of Oregon renters spend more than 30% of their income on rent

The housing shortage plays a role, but building more homes won't fix the affordability crisis.
By
Piper McDaniel
June 1, 2022

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