PPS Moves Forward With Building for Center for Black Student Excellence
The Portland School Board unanimously authorized the district to purchase the One North development in Albina.
PSU Professor in “I Am Hamas” Video Alleges University Violated Her Legal Rights
The tort claim notice alleges the university violated Dr. Hanoosh’s legal rights, including state laws prohibiting discrimination based on national origin and the First Amendment.
Portland School Board Approves Construction Firm Contract in Tearful Night
The dramatic unfolding of a contract approval exposed deepening fissures between School Board members and their philosophies on governance.
Falafel Street Cafe Serves Adam Macbale’s Family-Favorite Middle Eastern Comfort Food
The Alphabet District walk-up window gives Macbale a front-row seat to the decline and return of Northwest 21st Avenue’s nightlife.
Contract With Texas-Based Construction Firm Sparks Online Battle
The social-media flurry comes just days before a vote to approve Procedeo for a five-year bond program management services contract.
Local Firm Alleges “Bias” in PPS Bond Contract Award, to No Avail
New documents obtained by WW show the runner-up firm alleging bias in the procurement process that, if approved by the School Board, will give about $61 million to Texas-based construction firm Procedeo to oversee bond work.
PPS Teachers Levy Hauls in Less Than Expected
Decreasing values on commercial properties, such as downtown office space, and the resulting compression of property taxes have contributed to a dip in revenue.
A Half-Billion-Dollar Bank Balance Increases Political Pressure on Preschool for All
Preschool for All is sitting on a lot of money. So it might come as a surprise that the people monitoring the program are making their chief concern whether it will remain financially solvent a decade from now.
Preschool for All’s Nest Egg Exceeds $600 Million After Fiscal Year 2025
Preschool for All, Multnomah County’s initiative to provide universal preschool to every child who wants it by 2030, now sits on close to $610 million.
PPS Completes Due Diligence on Center for Black Student Excellence Site
Portland School Board members appear poised to approve the One North development in December.










