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July 27, 2022

Environment

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A person leans over and kisses her dog's head as the dog looks up at her. They are both sitting on a floor on a mat.

The real danger — and available resources — during Portland’s current heat wave

Various agencies opened 24-hour cooling centers throughout the city, in addition to the numerous daytime cooling and misting centers the city and local nonprofits set up in response to the heat.
By
K. Rambo Kanani Cortez
July 27, 2022

Housing

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An illustration of a giant padlock locked up and wrapped around a house.

Eviction Representation for All wants renters to have right to counsel

Multnomah County tenants' advocacy group seeks to place a ballot measure ensuring the right to legal representation if their landlord tries to evict
By
Piper McDaniel
July 27, 2022

Opinion

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Gary Barker is talking and standing next to Raven Drake. Behind them is a wall full of sticky notes of various bright colors.

Kaia Sand | 10 Street Roots vendors launch into a year of ambassador work

Opinion | Born out of necessity, the ambassador program is thriving
By
Kaia Sand
July 27, 2022
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A photo of a body and no head with a floating hat.

Opinion | See the Invisible Man

A science fiction story about an invisible man speaks to the experiences of homeless Portlanders, who often only wish for people to recognize their humanity
By
Leo Rhodes
July 27, 2022

Social Justice

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A collage of images. In the background is a map titled, "Indian Territory" in brown and green. Layered atop it is a sign that says, "Welcome to Oklahoma Native America" and to the right of the sign is a cutout of the United States Supreme Court Building.

The Castro-Huerta ruling: A concerning attempt to limit tribal sovereignty

Tribes fear the Supreme Court decision will hamper the ability to protect their citizens. PL-280 states like Oregon may be the most accurate basis for predictions.
By
Melanie Henshaw
July 27, 2022

Vendor Profiles

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A photo of Street Roots vendor Frank Johnson holding up a copy of the newspaper with his black Labrador dog, Clyde, by his side.

Street Roots vendor profile | Rebuilding after sweeps

Impacted by sweeps, Frank is recuperating and planning for his future
By
Jessica Hamilton
July 27, 2022
Cover of Street Roots July 27, 2022 issue. The cover shows a house chained up with a large combination lock. Large text to the right of the lock reads, "RIGHT TO AN ATTORNEY? NOT IN EVICTION COURT... BUT THAT COULD CHANGE PAGE 8"
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