Opinion
Cops’ use of force: Why so few charges?
Whenever police officers use lethal force, they well know there could be consequences, including being charged and prosecuted by the district attorney. Charges may include assault, manslaughter, even murder. But does it actually happen? Ever? We’ve all heard the grumbles. “The police are never indicted!” And it certainly seems so. We watched and hollered at…
News
Bonnie McKinlay: Fighting for the planet
Bonnie McKinlay arrives at my house a little out of breath, greets my dog, and apologizes for being late. She’s wearing a Norwegian wool sweater and a huge backpack full of materials. Although she almost always rides her bike, this time she has driven because she’s taking people with her to testify at a hearing…
Capturing the music of the streets
Life is like a fast tango, so let’s dance!” says photographer Vassilis Koltoukis. His parting words seem to perfectly encapsulate his entire philosophy and lifestyle. Born in Arta in northwestern Greece, Koltoukis studied French philosophy in Paris. It was there, in what many call the city of love, that he became mesmerized by the art…
Street to stable
Mike Sandell was out of his usual element. He emerged from the backseat of a Champagne-gold Suburban, scanning the terrain. He was in the rolling hills of rural Canby, at a ranch where groves of cottonwood, alder and Douglas fir dot an expansive and well-manicured lawn. As he stood at the foot of Heron Hill,…
Vendor Profiles
Street Roots vendor profile: Eileen Vizenor
Monday, June 1, marked Eileen Vizenor’s first night in her new apartment. “It was terrific,” she said. “I even had trouble sleeping because it was so quiet. I liked sleeping in until 7 a.m. For the last five months I’ve had to get up at 5:30 every morning.” Eileen lost her job in December, wasn’t…
