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What We’re Cooking This Week: Whole Wheat Semolina Cookies
Semolina gives the cookies a nice, custardy texture.
Documents Detail Disturbing Allegations Against Two Portland Firefighters
One Portland firefighter is accused of sending sexually explicit photos to a minor girl. Another has been released on bail while facing child sex abuse material charges.
County Ordinance to Ban Needle Distribution Near K-12 Schools Meets Skepticism
Some advocates say the county proposal, as it stands, lacks a strong enforcement mechanism.
Six-Week “Soccer Fest” Downtown Watch Party Planned for World Cup
Away Days Brewing will host the party for the June 11-July 19 tournament.
Council Passes Code Change Aimed at Quelling Sex Trafficking
The council debated if police could be trusted to fairly enforce a policy that gives ample discretion to officers.
March to a Different Drum This Summer
Oregon Symphony’s Bang It! festival puts the spotlight on the power of percussion and community.
Multnomah County Budget Proposal Would Mean Cuts to Oregon Youth Crisis Hotline
Weeks after a national study showed crisis hotlines reduced suicides in young people, a youth hotline could lose 8% of its funding if Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson’s proposed budget goes through.
Oregon Health Care Association Persuades Court to Temporarily Block Release of Job Applicant Names
The state planned to give SEIU 70,000 names of people who want to work as caregivers.
In Retreat, Health System Drops Plans to Outsource Eugene Area Emergency Departments to Out-of-State Firm
Lawmakers, providers hail victory for Oregon’s newly-bolstered law limiting corporate control of medical practices.
Shows of the Week: Foodman’s Hyperpop Is Stuck Between Worlds
Foodman, Rick Ross and SUSS take the stage this week in Portland.