Oregon's proposed public safety reforms are still under discussion in Salem. The reforms aim to save $600 million in prison growth and expand prevention, treatment and victims' services programs. If they do make it out of committee, they probably will not include two of the most controversial proposals.

For 14 years Ken Groves has been selling his spices and barbecue sauces at Portland's Saturday Market.  But a dispute with the market's board is threatening to close down his "King of the Cajuns Spices," market stall

Mayor Charlie Hales has made bureau assignments Monday. The changes will be effective from Tuesday, June 4.

Black and Latino women are also more likely to get lupus at a younger age and suffer from more severe symptoms like kidney problems. In particular, Black women with lupus have more problems with seizures, strokes and dangerous swelling of the heart muscle.

Anyone looking for work is welcome at the SE Works  employment center. And if you have a barrier such as long-term unemployment or a felony in your past, staff can help you overcome. Part of the Oregon WorkSource network, the nonprofit is dedicated to helping people find jobs.

When students arrive at the university they are welcomed into a community that embraces new ideas and encourages you to put them into action.

"It's a good program for kids who have been incarcerated this program gives us a second chance to make a change. I would recommend it to any youth who are struggling."

Getting a job is the first step toward financial independence. Yet despite Oregon's improving unemployment figures, thousands of people can't find work.

Gresham's Rockwood neighborhood is getting ready to Rock the Block on May 31 and June 1. Neighbors are invited to enjoy a community feast, an all-day celebration, and a summer of fun and activities for youth. And Rockwood Nation plans to keep up the momentum all summer long.

On May 23, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell announced $4.2 million in grants to support conservation employment and mentoring opportunities for more than 600 people ages 15-25.