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Illustration of an apartment complex

Native artists will soon have a new home in the Cully neighborhood

NAYA is developing its second Portland apartment complex, Mamook Tokatee, with a gallery next door
By
Brian Oaster
August 5, 2020
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Photos | Generosity, humility and vulnerability inside the camps of Portland

With sweeps paused during the pandemic, many houseless communities have grown as campers have settled in. Photographer Benjamin Brink captured this unique moment in the city’s history.
By
Benjamin Brink
August 2, 2020
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Household belongings are packed up inside an apartment

FAQ | What you need to know if you cannot pay your rent or mortgage

The Oregon Legislature extended a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures during the pandemic, but tenants and homeowners are required to take certain steps to protect themselves
By
Chris May
July 27, 2020
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Houseless to face imminent heat wave with fewer resources

Blanchet House in Old Town needs donations of water bottles to distribute to people experiencing homelessness as temperatures near 100 degrees over the next two days
By
Jessica Pollard
July 25, 2020
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Houseless plaintiffs win in lawsuit against Grants Pass

In a town where no year-round emergency shelter is provided, people forced to sleep outside will have relief from punitive measures
By
Emily Green
July 23, 2020
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A proposed development in Northwest Portland would displace low-income residents

A developer plans to demolish the Flanders House and replace it with market rate apartments
By
Jessica Pollard
July 21, 2020
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Oregon State Capitol

Homeless advocates welcome new Oregon legislation, hope for more

In June, the Legislature relaxed some barriers to operating shelters. More bills addressing homelessness could be on the agenda if another special session is called.
By
Tom Henderson
July 8, 2020
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Oregon State Capitol

Bills Street Roots is tracking during the emergency session of Oregon Legislature

Check back for updates on the status of these important pieces of legislation
By
Tom Henderson
June 26, 2020
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Exterior of the Oregon State Capitol building

Oregon legislators grapple with housing insecurity, policing and each other

Vulnerable Oregonians take center stage during Legislature's emergency session, likely to extend into next week
By
Tom Henderson
June 26, 2020
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Oregon State Capitol

Housing-related measures on the table when legislators return for special session

Oregon lawmakers will head back to Salem this week to address police accountability and pandemic mitigation, including legislation on evictions and homelessness
By
Tom Henderson
June 23, 2020

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