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For too long, our society, our justice system and our public policies have made it nearly impossible for individuals with a criminal record to move on from their past mistakes.Due to the myriad challenges they face, supporting justice-involved individuals requires a multi-faceted approach that…

The AAMC responded to an April 1 RFI from House Ways and Means Committee Chair Richard Neal on climate change and the health care industry.

A poll shows Oregon voters are focused on housing affordability and homelessness.

DHM Research conducted a poll for OPB focused on issues potential Oregon voters are most concerned about. When 600 people were asked to indicate what they see as the most important problem facing Oregon today, 29% of respondents statewide answered homelessness.

One year in, and the Portland Street Response (PSR) is meeting its ambitious goals, according to a new report released by Portland State University's Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative Tuesday. The PSR is a program that dispatches teams of three—including at least one social worker and one emergency medical responder—to certain 911 calls that don't require an armed officer. PSR, which launched as a pilot program in February 2021, specifically responds to emergen...

The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support! Good Afternoon, Portland! May all the hail that dropped after lunch only make you better able to appreciate the incoming clear, cool evening. IN LOCAL NEWS: • Although the Portland Street Response...

As Multnomah County Sheriff Mike Reese reaches his term limit, three members of law enforcement are running to replace him in the first contested race for the office in 12 years.

As Multnomah County Sheriff Mike Reese reaches his term limit, three members of law enforcement are running to replace him in the first contested race for the office in 12 years.

One year in, and the Portland Street Response (PSR) is meeting its ambitious goals, according to a new report released by Portland State University's Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative Tuesday. The PSR is a program that dispatches teams of three—including at least one social worker and one emergency medical responder—to certain 911 calls that don't require an armed officer. PSR, which launched as a pilot program in February 2021, specifically responds to emergen...

A new report by Portland State University researchers gave high marks to the Portland Street Response team in its first year on the ground.