Podcasts by Local Voices

Sunshine Division Helping Feed People In Need from 2023-12-10T15:00:03

The Sunshine Division in Portland is helping to feed people in need and they can use your help. Scammers are on the prowl during the holidays. The Oregon Attorney General's Office has tips on how...

United Way of the Columbia Willamette from 2023-12-03T15:00:03

The United Way of the Columbia Willamette is assisting Portlanders and they need your help. Talk-A-Mile is a program helping new police officers in Portland connect with young Black leaders. Fire...

Safeway Providence Festival Of Trees from 2023-11-26T15:00:03

The Safeway Providence Festival of Trees brings spectacular Christmas decorations to life. Research at OHSU finds a new way to deliver monoclonal antibodies to fight respiratory infections. Droug...

Portland Holiday Traditions from 2023-11-19T15:00:02

The Singing Christmas Tree prepares to put Portlandanders into the holiday spirit. The Grotto is ready to plug in its Festival of Lights. An Oregon Senator works to increase surveillance protecti...

Honoring Veterans from 2023-11-12T15:00:02

Portland City Council honors veterans. Oregon lawmakers hear about problems and risks facing county election offices. Junior Achievement opens a new Discovery Center in Hillsboro.

Vaccinating Oregon Health Care Workers from 2023-11-05T15:00:03

Vaccination rates are still lower than before the pandemic among Oregon healthcare workers. Also this week: helping Oregonian get tax credits they are qualified to receive, how Oregon can improve ...

The Future Of Hydrogen Production In Oregon from 2023-10-29T14:00:02

The Northwest Hydrogen Hub will boost hydrogen use in Oregon. OHA has a new way to gauge virus levels in the community. SHIBA is ready to help with Medicare Open Enrollment. Portland marks Natio...

Protecting Schools from 2023-10-22T14:00:02

Portland adds a liaison officer to schools. Also: White Cane Day, the Great ShakeOut, economics of arts and culture in Oregon, and asking coastal residents what they think about wind farms.

Progress Reducing Gun Violence from 2023-10-15T14:00:02

OHSU's Gun Violence Prevention Research Center holds a forum discussing what's being done and what progress has been made. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden discusses the Hamas attack on Israel and the U.S...

Oregon's Response To The 2020 Labor Day Wildfires from 2023-10-08T14:00:02

Oregon has reviewed its response to the 2020 Labor Day Wildfires. Flood damaged vehicles are being sold across the country. ODOT want's your opinions about transportation goals. ODF&W expand...

Protect Yourself During Virus Season from 2023-10-01T14:00:02

Vaccines will help protect you during virus season. Research is underway into the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Oregon checks retailers selling tobacco. EV sales are on the rise.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month from 2023-09-24T14:00:02

Portland City Council marked Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and hear from a local pediatric oncologist on the challenges they're facing. September is also Disaster Preparedness Month, we'll help...

Portland's Fentanyl Crisis from 2023-09-17T14:00:02

Portland firefighters are dealing with an incredible problem, because of fentanyl. Oregon has a new way to remove derelict vessels. Parents with kids at college need to review their insurance.

Understanding The Employee Retention Credit from 2023-09-10T14:00:02

Businesses need to beware of the Employee Retention Credit. SOLVE needs your help cleaning up beaches and rivers. OHSU researchers discover a cause of Alzheimer's Disease.

Climate Change Impacts Physical And Mental Health from 2023-09-03T14:00:02

Climate change can impact your physical and mental health. SCORE is ready to help you get into business. OSU has a project to make electricity from waves.

The Impact Of Climate Change On Oregonians from 2023-08-27T14:00:03

Climate change is impacting Oregonians physically and mentally. Oregonians are willing to help foster care children, but not many are able to bring a child into their home. The State of Oregon is...

Project Never Again Helping Oregon Foster Children from 2023-08-20T14:00:02

Project Never Again is helping foster children in Oregon by providing duffle bags to case workers. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is working to solve a shortage of presciption drugs for ADHD, cancer tre...

Oregon's Sanctuary Law Report from 2023-08-13T14:00:02

An annual report finds state agencies in Oregon don't always follow the state's Sanctuary Law. Stolen vehicles are an $8 billion problem and there are steps to protect yourself. Are coastal busin...

Drone Starts Doing Police Response from 2023-08-06T14:00:02

Gresham Police start using a drone to respond to calls. OHA continues to learn from wastewater testing. Oregon reaches an afforable housing goal a year ahead of schedule. OreGo adds another prov...

I Am Academy Helping Students Succeed from 2023-07-30T14:00:02

Students at the I Am Academy learn about iHeartMedia. Portand Fire Chief Sarah Boone is honored at her retirement. An Oregon Senator works to end legacy admissions at colleges and universities.

4D Recovery's Addiction Recovery Center for Adolescents from 2023-07-23T14:00:02

There's a new program in Portland to help adolescents with addiction recovery. Oregon U.S. Congresswoman Lor Chavez-DeRemer discusses her work on several bills including the Portland VA hospital e...

Co-location Housing Helping Oregonians from 2023-07-16T14:00:02

Co-location housing is helping low income Oregonians keep their jobs and their housing. 10 affordable housing projects get state funding. Oregon is in desperate need of officials for high school ...

Harmony New Beginnings Animal Rescue from 2023-07-09T14:00:02

Harmony New Beginnings Animal Rescue is working to rescue livestock and pets. The State of Oregon is warning about a financial scam. Oregon electric utilities have released their plans to reduce ...

Portland's Pride Festival from 2023-07-02T14:00:02

Pride Northwest has several events scheduled in July including the Pride Waterfront Festival. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden examines what's next following controversial U.S. Supreme Court decisions. T...

Workplace Mental Health from 2023-06-25T14:00:02

Employers can reduce sick days with better mental health resources for employees. Seniors can take these steps to avoid being scammed. Portland and the federal government study options for railro...

Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education from 2023-06-18T14:00:02

The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education has reopened after a major remodel with several new exhibits. Oregon 5th District Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemeber explains her bill...

Adventist Health Portland Keeping Your Heart Healthy from 2023-06-11T14:00:02

Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Joshua Roark, with Adventist Health Portland, details ways to keep your heart healthy. Comcast Rise is helping small Portland businesses thrive. Oregon's Project T...

Oregon's Wildfire Season from 2023-06-04T14:00:02

A warm and dry spring could set the stage for a bad wildfire season in Oregon. There are steps you can take to prepare your home and your family for a wildfire. Plus, a Portland typewriter shop ge...

Interstate Bridge Replacement Project from 2023-05-28T14:00:02

Planning continues on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project. Administrator Greg Johnson explains project, where they're at in the process, and how the community can be involved.

Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities Fair from 2023-05-21T14:00:02

Multnomah County Intellectual and Disability Services is hosting an information fair to help connect families with available programs. Electric Utilities in Oregon are working to reduce wildfire r...

Adaptive Sports Northwest from 2023-05-14T14:00:02

Athletes with physical and visual impairments are getting matched up with sporting events though Adaptive Sports Northwest. The Knight Cancer Institute at OHSU is conducting tests on a blood test ...

Adventist Health Portland's Family Birth Place from 2023-05-07T14:00:02

Adventist Health Portland expands their Family Birth Place adding midwifes. Portland updates Barbie's Village on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Day. Multnomah County's DA announces a new p...

Hospital Recovery At Home from 2023-04-30T14:00:02

Kaiser Permanente launches a program to care for patients at home after a hospital procedure. The changing stages of COVID-19. SOLVE needs volunteers. Big plans for the Hillsboro Hops.

OHSU Tests New Alzheimer's Drug from 2023-04-23T14:00:01

OHSU is conducting research on a new alzheimer's drug called lecanemab. The Tillamook County Creamery Association is working to reduce greenhouse has emissions to zero by 2050. Oregon Congressman...

Oregon's Homelessness State Of Emergency from 2023-04-16T14:00:02

Governor Tina Kotek details how funding will be distributed for Oregon's Homelessness State of Emergency. Portland City Council honors Parkinson's Awareness Month and the Transgender Day of Visibi...

From The Northwest To The World from 2023-04-09T14:00:01

Ron Post discusses creation of Northwest Medical Teams, now Medical Teams International. Teachers face a growing number of struggles in the classroom. The first travelers to North America.

Tightening Oregon's Rent Increase Cap from 2023-04-02T14:00:02

Oregon's rent increase cap didn't protect renters from the sky high inflation, now lawmakers are considering a new law to restrict increases even more. Oregon lawmakers are also designing a bill t...

Oregon's Labor Trafficking Crisis from 2023-03-26T14:00:02

Labor trafficking has become a major problem in Oregon and lawmakers are looking at solutions. Oregon Olympian Kara Goucher is detailing her time on Nike's Elite Running Team in her new book.

Team Rubicon In Otis from 2023-03-19T14:00:02

Members of Team Rubicon have traveled, again, to Otis where residents still be help recovering from the 2020 Echo Mountain Wildfire. Rank choice voting would come to Oregon under a bill in the leg...

Zombie Drug Tranq Dope from 2023-03-12T14:00:02

A new, dangerous drug has health officials worried about the impact on hospitals, because of what it does to drug users. Colorectal cancer rates are rising in people younger than 55 and they're be...

Changing Times Of COVID-19 from 2023-03-05T15:00:02

COVID-19 cases are declining, what's next? Can Portland get a WNBA team? Oregon's Governor asks lawmakers to fund her homelessness plan. The Oregon Legislature considers a bill to set nurse staff...

Oregon's 6th Congressional District from 2023-02-19T15:00:02

Hear from Oregon's new 6th District Congresswoman Andrea Salinas. Oregon's Tobacco Licensing Program is working to keep people under 21 from getting cigarettes. Oregon's legislature is considerin...

Less Risk Of Getting Sick from 2023-02-12T15:00:02

Respiratory infections are finally on the decline. Portland City Council celebrates Black History Month. E-mail your doctor and you might get a bill.

Voting Rights For Prison Inmates from 2023-02-05T15:00:02

The Oregon Legislature is considering a bill that would allow prison inmates to vote. The Greater Idaho movement makes progress in the Oregon and Idaho legislatures. Tax time is fraud time and th...

Human Trafficking Awareness Month from 2023-01-29T15:00:02

Multnomah County recognizes January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Oregon author Laura Fleshman details inequalities between men and women in sports. The Oregon Legislature considers a bil...

Oregon's Changing Climate from 2023-01-22T15:00:01

The Director of Oregon's Climate Change Research Institute details how the state's climate is changing. The Oregon Health Authority needs to make changes in the rollout of Ballot Measure 110. A d...

Battle Against The Tripledemic from 2023-01-15T08:00:01

Oregon is near the peak of infections from the tripledemic. This is the time of year to test for a deadly gas in your home. Many Portlanders need help finding their next meal and the Portland Sun...

Non-Profit Hospital Help For Low Income Oregonians from 2023-01-08T15:00:02

Are Oregon non-profit hospitals meeting goals to help low income Oregonians? Washington state launches two programs to reduce carbon pollution. Multnomah County declares January 13th Korean- Amer...

Oregon's Share Of The Omnibus Bill from 2023-01-01T15:00:02

Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley explains what the omnibus spending bill signed by President Biden will mean for the state. There's a part two to the "great resignation." Pharmacy benefit managers pla...

Holiday Tipping from 2022-12-25T15:00:02

Tipping the postal carrier, garbage collector and others this time of year is popular, but how much should you tip? Businesses learn helping the environment can be profitable. Fixing the broken s...

Mental Health Care Crisis from 2022-12-18T15:00:02

Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is working to increase support for mental health care services. Health officials continue to warn about the respiratory infections overwhelming hospitals. Gen Z'ers aren'...

World Aids Day from 2022-12-11T15:00:02

Cascade Aids Project is helping Portlanders in the fight against HIV. Oregon health officials urge a return to masking to reduce spread of respiratory infections that are overwhelming hospitals. ...

Good Feet For A Good Cause from 2022-12-04T15:00:02

Good Feet Stores need your help by making donations of new socks, and new, or gently used, shoes for the needy. Multnomah County Board of Commissioners takes testimony and a first vote on a flavor...

Help For Under-represented Businesses from 2022-05-01T14:00:02

An organization in Portland is helping a growing number of under-represented entrepreneurs get their businesses started. The Portland Water Bureau adds a facility to help reduce lead in the water ...

Doggie Dash Is Back from 2022-04-24T14:00:02

The Oregon Humane Society's Doggie Dash is back after being virtual for two years during the pandemic. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden explains his plan to make sure billionaires can't avoid income taxes...

Preparing For Rising Interest Rates from 2022-04-17T14:00:02

There are ways to protect yourself from rising interest rates. An Oregon Congressman explains how marijuana decriminalization will help. Oregon search and rescue teams have tips on how to stay sa...

Pride Industries Helping People With Disabilities from 2022-04-10T14:00:05

Pride Industries has been helping people with disabilities find work for 55 years. The former director of the National Institute of Mental Health discusses what changes are needed to help people w...

Free Health Fair For Kids from 2022-04-03T14:00:02

The Multnomah Dental Society is helping to organize a free health fair for kids. The City of Portland is expanding Portland Street Response to the entire city and seven days a week.

Community Warehouse Prepares For Ukrainian Refugees from 2022-03-27T14:00:02

You can help Ukrainian refugees when they arrive in the U.S. by helping Community Warehouse. Oregon State University professors discuss where the pandemic is going next. Tigard City Councilor Joh...

Oregon Project Turnkey 2.0 from 2022-03-22T14:00:02

The Oregon Legislature has extended funding for a project that uses motels and turns them into shelters for people who are homeless. Frederick Law Olmsted played a pivotal role in developing the P...

Preventing Elderly Falls from 2022-03-13T14:00:02

Falls put 800,000 people into the hospital every year, and for elderly people they can often be prevented. Plus, Oregon's law banning real estate love letters is stopped by a judge.

Bringing Diversity To Legal Professions from 2022-03-06T15:00:02

The Second Annual Oregon Diversity Legal Job Fair will be held March 9 and offers opportunities to enter the legal profession. The Sunshine Division expanded operations during the pandemic. Oregon...

Portland Renews Fight Against Gun Violence from 2022-02-27T15:00:02

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler and local law enforcement officials explain what's being done to reduce gun violence. Portland City Council considers a permanent ban on private fireworks. The Oregon H...

Time To Take The Masks Off from 2022-02-20T15:00:03

Washington Governor Jay Inslee sets a date to remove masks, but until then they continue to be used in public spaces and schools. ODOT details their plans to toll a section of I-205.

Cryptocurrency Scammers Want Your Money from 2022-02-13T15:00:02

The FBI has tips on how to avoid scams involving cryptocurrency. A Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake could disrupt fuel distribution in Oregon and cause a massive natural disaster in the Willame...

Homeless Campers And High Crash Corridors from 2022-02-06T15:00:02

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler announces a decision to move homeless campers away from high crash corridors. Governor Kate Brown outlines her priorities. The Portland Fire Bureau will have to wait at...

Half Of Multnomah County Residents To Get Omicron from 2022-01-30T15:00:06

Multnomah County Health Officer Dr. Jennifer Vines updates the status of COVID-19 and the Omicron surge in cases. Dr. Blythe Layton, with Clean Water Services, explains how their COVID-19 wastewat...

Realizing The Impacts Of COVID-19 from 2022-01-23T15:00:03

OSU experts discuss the widespread impacts of COVID-19. A COVID-19 effect on hospitals is leaving some people with out-of-network health insurance bills. The Portland Rose Festival is making an i...

Portland Honors Beatrice Gilmore from 2022-01-16T15:00:02

Portland City Council remembers the life of Beatrice Gilmore and her contributions to Portland's African American community, health care, and housing. Washington Governor Jay Inslee details priori...

Omicron Takes Over Pandemic from 2022-01-09T15:00:01

The Omicron variant of COVID-19 is causing cases to soar in Oregon.

Ending Surprise Medical Bills from 2022-01-02T15:00:03

New federal legislation will help prevent surprise medical bills. An Oregon Congressman says now is the time to move forward with legalization of marijuana.

Preparing For The Deep Freeze from 2021-12-26T15:00:02

Multnomah County and the City of Portland are acting with urgency to prepare for the extremely cold weather this week. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden details how he's working to reduce prices on some pr...

Boosting 1,000,000 Oregonians from 2021-12-19T15:00:02

The Omicron variant of COVID-19 is coming and health officials in Oregon set a goal of getting 1-million Oregonians to receive a booster vaccine by the end of January. Plus, Multnomah County's 9th...

Good Feet For A Cause from 2021-12-12T15:00:02

The Good Feet Store is helping Transition Projects during the holidays with Good Feet for a Cause. The Oregon Historical Society presents Freeze the Day! A History of Winter Sports in Oregon.

Go Inside The Portland Water Bureau from 2021-12-05T15:00:02

The Bull Run Reservoir has some of the best water in the country and we'll tell you how it gets from near Mt. Hood to your tap. Plus, the FBI has tips on how to avoid getting scammed over the holi...

Portland Homeless Family Solutions Grant from 2021-11-28T15:00:02

The Bezos Day 1 Families Fund grants $2.1 million to Portland Homeless Family Solutions. OHA drops outdoor mask require. OEA adopts Test to Stay protocol. Saving Social Security.

Papa Murphy's Supports Our Giving Table from 2021-11-21T15:00:17

Papa Murphy's restaurants are a major supporter of Our Giving Table and they can use your help. The Grotto's Festival of Lights begins on Friday. Oregon Representative Earl Blumenauer is back fro...

Portland Hope Gala from 2021-11-14T15:00:10

The American Cancer Society's Portland Hope Gala is this Saturday, and they need your help. Oregon Congressman Kurt Schrader details legislation to help reduce the costs of prescription drugs. We ...

Portland Thorns' New General Manager from 2021-11-07T15:00:07

The Portland Thorns hire Karina LeBlanc as the team's new general manager. The Oregon Health Authority rolls out the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11. And, counting ballots under pre...

Battling Abuse In Congregate Care from 2021-10-31T14:00:10

Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley is joined by Paris Hilton in working to pass the Accountability for Congregate Care Act. K9 Kavalry works to pair veterans with service dogs. Hearing aids will soon be ...

Great Oregon Shake Out from 2021-10-24T14:00:14

Advice for surviving The Big One. OSU engineers work to design a better wood stove. Colleges and universities across the country are changing to adjust with the times. Oregon tests smaller water...

Chemawa Indian School Cemetery from 2021-10-17T14:00:16

The history of the Chemawa Indian School is a tragic part of Oregon's past. An archivist at Pacific University is working to detail the cemetery at the school and the stories of the students who a...

Oregon's Teacher of the Year from 2021-10-10T14:00:10

Ethelyn Tumalad, of Clackamas High School, is Oregon's Teacher of the Year. Portland is honoring Indigenous People's Day on Monday. Oregon Congressman Kurt Schrader discusses the infrastructure b...

Mighty Little Thor from 2021-10-03T14:00:11

A real life story of rescuing an abandoned fawn turns into a story for children. The State of Oregon is working against the clock to get emergency rental assistance to tenants before they're evict...

Care And Connection Helping Oregon School Children from 2021-09-26T14:00:15

The Oregon Department of Education offers the Care and Connection campaign to help kids adjust to the return of school in a COVID-19 environment. Prices are on the rise and we have budgeting tips ...

COVID-19 Surge Pushes Through from 2021-09-18T14:55:21

The Oregon Health Authority reports new COVID-19 case numbers are going down slowly, but will remain high for weeks. The pressure of treating the high volume of COVID-19 cases is wearing on health...

Delta Variant's Impact On The Pandemic from 2021-09-05T14:00:10

Dr. Chunhuei Chi, director of the Center for global Health at Oregon State University on the pandemic and the Delta variant. Dan Blakely, former Army Ranger at Joint Base Lewis McCord who wrote the...

Fallout From The Fall Of Afghanistan from 2021-08-29T14:00:11

The Oregon Veterans Affairs Department is working to help veterans who are having a difficult time with the fall of Afghanistan. The Delta variant of COVID-19 continues to sweep through Oregon and...

America Withdraws From Afghanistan from 2021-08-22T14:00:20

Oregon Senator Ron Wyden examines the tragedy in Afghanistan and the alternative which would mean sending U.S. soldiers back into the country. Oregon hospitals are being overrun by the Delta varia...

The Delta Variant Changes Everything from 2021-08-14T14:30:12

Oregon takes a step backwards in its response to the pandemic, or is it a step forward to slow the spread of COVID-19? It's another record setting year of wildfires in Oregon and the season is jus...

Make Sure You Stay Heart Healthy from 2021-08-07T14:30:08

Heart healthy tips from the Providence Heart Institute. The OSAA needs referees. Signing up for ORALERTS. The effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines.

The Fuel That Fed The Bootleg Fire from 2021-07-24T14:30:11

The Bootleg Fire in southern Oregon exploded, because of certain conditions. Climate change will continue to cause more mega-fires to burn. The COVID-19 Delta variant is causing an increase in ca...

CCA Summer Car Giveaway from 2021-07-17T15:44:43

The Children's Cancer Association has launched its summer car giveaway as their annual fundraiser. Oregon health and emergency management officials discuss the heat wave and how they can prevent d...

Our Giving Table Needs Your Help from 2021-07-10T14:30:16

Papa Murphy's Take-N-Bake Pizza is helping to raise money for Our Giving Table and their program to feed Foster Kids. Oregon State Representative Cliff Bentz discusses the state's drought crisis. ...

What You Need To Know About Independence Day from 2021-07-03T14:30:06

OSU history professor Christopher McKnight Nichols takes a deep dive into the history of Independence Day. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden details a bill he's co-sponsoring that would prevent people with...

LPGA Cambia Portland Classic Moves from 2021-06-26T14:55:15

The Cambia Portland Classic announces a move out of Portland, because of security concerns. Portland Police change priorities for traffic stops. Oregon's Governor announces hard COVID-19 reopenin...

Portland Pride Month 2021 from 2021-06-19T14:04:14

As the pandemic eases, Pride Month 2021 events increase. Portland celebrates Juneteenth. TriMet reduces carbon footprint 25%.

Building A New Interstate Bridge from 2021-06-12T14:49:44

Work is underway to plan and build a new I-5 bridge between Portland and Vancouver. Organizers are working on a Willamette River ferry pilot project that could start next summer. A Portland restau...

Wildfire Prepared from 2021-06-05T14:56:45

Oregon officials discuss wildfire preparations for this summer. Oregon State Senator Lew Frederick tells of what Juneteenth means for his family as the legislature passes a bill to make it a state...

Lines For Life Helping Veterans In Crisis from 2021-05-29T15:22:56

Oregon Senator Ron Wyden brings together members of Lines For Life who work with veterans in crisis. The Good Feet Store's Good Feet for a Good Cause is helping to collect shoes for Soles4Souls. ...

I Am My Story: Voices Of Hope from 2021-05-23T14:05:19

The Oregon Historical Society has a new exhibit detailing the stories of six women who immigrated from oppression in Africa to Oregon. The Oregon legislature's BIPOC caucus details their goals and...

Rise Against Hate from 2021-05-15T15:17:11

The Rise Against Hate campaign seeks to end violence against Asians. We'll explore COVID-19 variants and their risk to the community. The Oregon Legislature considers a bill to add civics as a re...

Infrastructure Bill And Oregon from 2021-05-08T14:27:19

Oregon Senator Ron Wyden and Congressman Kurt Schrader detail the proposed infrastructure bill from President Biden. Oregon Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici explains how the American Rescue Plan wil...

Extreme Emotional Disturbance Defense from 2021-05-08T00:03:28

The Oregon legislature considers a bill to remove the defense of extreme emotional disturbance in assault cases involving victims who are LGBTQ.

Oregon Humane Society Doggie Dash from 2021-05-08T00:01:56

The Oregon Humane Society prepares for its annual Doggie Dash fundraiser at the same time it's working on three major projects.

Eliminating The Racist Legacy Of Slavery from 2021-04-17T15:16:11

The Oregon Legislature is moving a package of measures to remove slavery from the U.S. and Oregon constitutions and ask Congress to consider reparations to African Americans. The Salvation Army ne...

Portland's Search For Racial Equity from 2021-04-10T14:30:20

The City of Portland is taking several steps to bring racial equity to the Portland Police Bureau. OSU is building a wave energy facility off the Oregon Coast. The Oregon DMV is working to eliminat...

Bloomin' Tulips At Wooden Shoe Farm from 2021-04-03T15:25:20

The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival is underway. Oregon Governor Kate Brown welcomes students back to in-person learning. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden on the crisis at the southern border.

Jersey Mike's Month Of Giving from 2021-03-27T15:19:38

Help Jersey Mike's help Oregon Special Olympics this month.

Oregon Advances Vaccine Timeline from 2021-03-21T15:30:02

Oregon Governor Kate Brown moves up the state's vaccine timeline to meet President Biden's order that everyone have access to the vaccine by May 1st.

Year One Of The Pandemic from 2021-03-13T17:05:03

It's been a year since the pandemic caused a shutdown in the U.S. Looking back and looking forward.

Connecting Inmates With Families from 2021-03-06T15:55:41

The Oregon Legislature considers additional funding of the Family Preservation Program at the Coffee Creek Correctional Institution in Wilsonville.

Oregon Releases Remainder Of Vaccine Schedule from 2021-02-27T16:20:13

Oregon Governor Kate Brown explains who's next to get the vaccine and why they chose these priorities. The Oregon Legislature considers a bill that would allow felons in prison to vote.

Oregon Diversity Legal Job Fair from 2021-02-20T15:30:29

A job fair is planned to help increase racial equity in people working in legal jobs. Find out about the Oregon Diversity Legal Job Fair. The ShakeAlert early earthquake warning system is coming to...

Racial Equity For Crime Victims from 2021-02-20T15:29:47

The Oregon Attorney General's Office conducts a study that finds steps it can take to improve racial equity for crime victims.

Black History Month from 2021-02-06T16:36:41

The City of Portland honors Black History Month. Komen of Southwest Washington and Oregon is being merged with the national Komen organization. Governor Kate Brown updates the pandemic and the stat...

Oregon Battles Back Against COVID-19 from 2021-01-30T16:10:59

The Oregon Health Authority reports the state is making progress against COVID-19. Oregon U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer discusses the next economic relief package, the pandemic and the second...

Teachers Before Seniors In Vaccination Priority from 2021-01-23T16:36:26

Oregon Governor Kate Brown explains why teachers are going before seniors in getting vaccinations. OSU public health professor Chun Wei Chi updates the pandemic. Research at OSU has found a way to ...

Oregon Shorted on COVID-19 Vaccine from 2021-01-17T15:29:36

Governor Kate Brown announces Oregon has been shorted by the federal government on COVID-19 vaccine. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden discusses the impeachment of President Trump and the inauguration of Pr...

Oregon Increases COVID-19 Vaccinations from 2021-01-09T15:33:17

The Oregon Health Authority has taken several steps to increase administration of the COVID-19 vaccine this week. The FBI is warning about COVID-19 Scams. Food insecurity in Oregon grew to 1 in 4, ...

Oregon Receives $116-Million In Federal Assistance For Wildfires from 2021-01-03T16:40:27

FEMA has spent 116-million dollars in Oregon helping the state recover from the 2020 Labor Day wildfires. There's a major difference between the 1918 pandemic and the current pandemic. An Oregon St...

Native American Youth and Family Center Receives $5 million Grant from 2020-12-26T15:00:11

The Native American Youth and Family Center in Portland receives a $5-million grant. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden discusses issues facing rural Oregon. PGE is warning about scams that are based on util...

Vaccine For COVID-19 Arrives from 2020-12-19T16:08:20

The Pfizer vaccine for COVID-19 arrives in Oregon and state officials detail the distribution process. A COVID-19 survivor and long-hauler explains what the lasting effects of the disease are like....

Fight For A Breast Cancer Cure from 2020-12-12T16:19:59

A breast cancer survivor tells her story and how Susan G. Komen Oregon and SW Washington helped her through her battle. The Oregon School Activities Association has changed high school sports sched...

Portland's Singing Christmas Tree Goes Virtual from 2020-12-05T17:03:21

COVID-19 is causing Portland's Singing Christmas Tree to go virtual this year with a special performance you can watch online. The Good Feet Store needs your help collecting socks and shoes for Tra...

Safeway Providence Festival of Trees Goes Virtual from 2020-11-30T17:20:44

The Safeway Providence Festival of Trees will be virtual this year, but there are still many opportunities for you to take part. Living room Realty needs help gathering supplies for wildfire victim...

Fighting COVID-19 In An ICU from 2020-11-21T15:52:28

As COVID-19 cases set new records in Oregon, a nurse at OHSU explains the difficulties for patients, nurses and doctors. Health care officials are urging you to help prevent the spread of COVID-19....

Oregon's Virtual Veterans Day from 2020-11-14T15:18:07

Oregon's Veterans Day ceremony goes virtual this year, because of COVID-19. Oregon OSHA implements a new business rule for COVID-19. The TSA wants airport travelers to know how the rules have chang...

Oregon's Newest U.S. Representative from 2020-11-08T15:29:17

Oregon gained a new Congressman in the latest election. Former State Senator Cliff Bentz discusses the campaign, the election and COVID-19. Historical and modern study of fire patterns can help wit...

Working To Solve Portland's Homelessness from 2020-11-01T15:00:22

Bill Russell, Executive Director of the Portland Union Gospel Mission, is retiring after 30 years. He discusses how Union Gospel Mission has changed and the challenges facing the homeless crisis.

Your Health And The 2020 General Election from 2020-10-25T14:22:45

Jessica Adamson, Government Relations Director for Providence Health and Services, examines health issues in the 2020 General Election. Danial Sabo, Good Feet Store, discusses ways listeners who ar...

Portland's Mayoral Candidates from 2020-10-17T14:26:48

Portland's leading mayoral candidates Sarah Iannarone and Mayor Ted Wheeler discuss what they have to offer the City of Portland if elected mayor. The Portland Film Festival is underway and organiz...

Indigenous People's Day In Portland from 2020-10-10T14:54:16

Portland proclaims October 12 as Indigenous People's Day. Portland City Council is told the city needs to withdraw from the Joint Terrorism Task Force. Portland City Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty la...

Pride NW Brings Pride Stride from 2020-10-03T14:56:27

Pride NW is organizing Pride Stride on October 11, National Coming Out Day, to generate support for the LGBTQ+ community. Nicole Burton-Hooton is Oregon's Teacher of the Year. Restaurants could get...

Oregon Ravaged By Wildfire from 2020-09-26T15:02:59

Nine people are killed in the worst wildfires to ever hit Oregon. Governor Kate Brown assures Oregonians who lost their homes that the state is there to help. The OSU Extension Service has tips on ...

Inside The Fire Lines from 2020-09-20T14:00:16

Firefighters in Oregon battled wildfires that burned over 1 million acres. Rich Tyler, with the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office, explains how they attacked the fires. Oregon Congressman Greg Wal...

SOLVE Needs Volunteers For Beach And Riverside Cleanup from 2020-09-12T16:13:42

SOVLE is preparing for its Beach and Riverside Cleanup and they need your help. The Oregon Health Authority is coordinating the establishment of suicide prevention and wellness programs in schools ...

Preparing To Survive After A Cascadia Subduction Zone Earthquake from 2020-09-05T14:44:18

September is National Preparedness Month. Could you survive for at least two on your own? Marilyn Bishop, with Cascadia Quake Kits, discusses how to prepare for a disaster. President Trump wants c...

Portland's Mayor Discusses Plan To Move City Forward from 2020-08-30T13:25:59

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler laid out plans to move the city forward following months of nightly demonstrations. Police Chief Chuck Lovell discusses their response to dueling demonstrations on August...

Inside of Portland's Racial Justice Demonstrations from 2020-08-23T14:38:33

Portland Mercury News Editor Alex Zielinski details what's involved with Portland's nightly demonstrations. A teacher at Centennial High wins a $5,000 award to find ways to get students involved in...

Komen More Than Pink Walk Needs Participants from 2020-08-16T13:45:14

The Susan G. Komen Oregon Southwest Washington More Than Pink Walk is a week away and they participants to register and gather donations. Chen Wei Chi, professor of Public Health at Oregon State Un...

Demands To Reduce Gun Violence In Portland from 2020-08-08T16:30:05

Leaders of Portland's Black community call for a reduction in gun violence. SOLVE needs help with its SOLVE IT for Oregon clean up events this month. ODOT wants your opinion on the plan to add toll...

Reimagine Oregon Outlines Objectives from 2020-08-01T14:27:08

The group Reimagine Oregon has a variety of racial equity issues it plans to bring before state and local governments in Oregon. Portland City Council passes a resolution that will let voters decid...

COVID-19 Is At A Turning Point In Oregon from 2020-07-26T14:17:03

Oregon health officials warn the state is on the verge of having COVID-19 go out of control. Darcelle XV says between coronavirus and the demonstrations it's difficult to stay in business. The Stat...

Wheeler Demands Trump Remove Troops from 2020-07-18T14:26:03

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler calls on President Trump to remove federal agents from the streets of Portland. And, Oregon Governor Kate Brown warns Oregon is in danger of having COVID-19 grow out of c...

Planning A Remodel, Check The CCB from 2020-07-12T14:16:19

Many of us are remodeling our homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, but you need to check with the CCB. Portland Police explain how they're dealing with violent demonstrators. AAA has summer travel t...

Anti-maskers Aren't Limited To the COVID-19 Pandemic from 2020-07-05T13:57:27

An Oregon State University history professor says anti-maskers were also prevalent in the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic. And, the Portland City Council passes the Climate Emergency Declaration.

Scammers Target Utility Customers During Pandemic from 2020-06-28T14:28:49

Utilities are reporting an increase in scammers trying to get money out of utility customers by threatening to turn off their power. Scammers are also targeting people who are out of work with fake...

Oregon Historical Society Explores Oregon's Racist Past from 2020-06-21T14:38:06

Oregon Historical Society Executive Director Kerry Tymchuck discusses Oregon's racist past in light of the Black Lives Matter demonstrations. Telepresence robots are giving students who can't leave...

COVID-19 Impacts JDRF Efforts Against Type 1 Diabetes from 2020-06-14T14:26:06

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the ability of JDRF, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, to raise funding for research and they need your help. Also, the Portland City Council adopts a re...

Demonstrations For Change from 2020-06-07T14:47:57

Demonstrations continue to be held across the country to bring change that will eliminate racism. In Portland, there's evidence that change is starting to occur.

Portland Responds To Violence Against People Of Color from 2020-05-31T14:35

City leaders in Portland responded to the rioting and looting on Friday night. And, COVID-19 has affected Make-A-Wish Oregon and the organization needs your help.

Cowlitz Tribe Honored With Song from 2020-05-25T17:35:37

An employee of the ilani Casino and Resort honors the Cowlitz Tribe with a song. Providence Health has advice on how to cope with the Stay Home orders. Multnomah County expands contact tracing for ...

40 Years Since Mount St. Helens Erupted from 2020-05-18T15:12:54

It's been 40 years since the eruption that blew the top off of Mount St. Helens. What scientists have learned has changed how they monitor volcanoes. Vote by mail could help many states hold their ...

Breast Cancer Survivors Need Support During Pandemic from 2020-05-10T17:54:01

The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting many organizations that are dependent upon donations for support. Susan G. Komen Oregon and Southwest Washington is in need of donations for its program that help...

Author Jeff Wallach talks to Paul Linnman about how to write your own novel from 2020-05-04T19:48:13

COVID-19 Changes Fundraising Plans For Parkrose Educational Foundation from 2020-05-03T14:26:18

COVID-19 changes plans for the Parkrose Educational Foundation fundraiser. ER doctors are concerned people with potentially life threatening illnesses aren't getting help, because of the COVID-19 c...

Rose Haven Shelter, Our Giving Table Experience Increased Demand from 2020-04-26T14:01:38

The Rose Haven Shelter in Portland has seen demand increase during the coronavirus pandemic. Our Giving Table has also seen greater demand. It's caused both operations to make changes. And, a docto...

Susan G. Komen Oregon and Southwest Washington uses Facebook Live to connect with breast cancer survivors from 2020-04-18T17:10:28

Susan G. Komen Oregon and Southwest Washington uses Facebook Live to connect with breast cancer survivors. The Oregon Food Bank ramps up to meet a 60% increase in demand. Dr. Michael Lewis, an infe...

Local businesses innovate during the coronovirus stay at home order from 2020-04-16T16:45:33

Local businesses, like the Good Feet Store, are finding new ways to reach customers during the coronavirus stay at home orders. The Oregon Employment Department is struggling to keep up with the hi...

Learning from the 1918 pandemic from 2020-04-14T12:43:02

A lot can be learned by comparing the 1918 Spanish Flu with the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. There are claims Vitamin C can affect the severity of coronavirus, but are they true? The FBI is warning p...

Providence enacts plans for the COVID-19 outbreak from 2020-04-03T15:59:08

Providence Health & Services has been planning for the COVID-19 outbreak and they’re prepared to handle the expected patients. We talk with Mike Butler, the President of Operations and Strategy alo...

Susan G. Komen CEO Andrew Asato + flattening the curve from 2020-03-24T16:21:12

Susan G. Komen Oregon Southwest Washington CEO Andrew Asato discusses the impact of Coronavirus on the organization, plus the latest medical develops concerning the virus, what it means to "flatten...

Prom dresses for free with Abby's Closet + containing the Coronavirus from 2020-03-23T16:18:14

Prom dresses for free with Abby's Closet + containing the Coronavirus

Breast cancer awareness + Oregon counties possibly becoming Idaho counties from 2020-03-23T16:16:25

Breast cancer awareness + Oregon counties becoming Idaho counties?

Swati Adarkar of the Children's Institute from 2020-03-23T15:59:03

Swati Adarkar of the Children's Institute. Youth sports: local resources for kids, coaches and parents.

Susan G. Komen's African American Initiative from 2020-03-23T15:52:17

Susan G. Komen's African American Initiative. Schoolhouse Supplies Celebrity Spelling Bee.