Outgoing Multnomah County DA seeks reduced conviction in violent assault, early release for convicted murderer

by Ty Davison | Jan 8, 2025 | News & Commentary

Outgoing Multnomah County DA seeks reduced conviction in violent assault, early release for convicted murderer – oregonlive.com: Days before he leaves office, Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt and his Justice Integrity Unit are set Monday to ask a...

‘It’s catch and release’: Portland shoplifters often evade prosecution, continuing city’s reputation as good place to steal

by Ty Davison | Jan 8, 2025 | News & Commentary

‘It’s catch and release’: Portland shoplifters often evade prosecution, continuing city’s reputation as good place to steal – oregonlive.com: A state bail reform law that took effect in 2022 has encouraged jails to release an array of defendants — including...

Multnomah County’s universal basic income experiment worked, until the money ran out

by Ty Davison | Nov 22, 2024 | News & Commentary

Multnomah County’s universal basic income experiment worked, until the money ran out – oregonlive.com: In 2021, she became one of 100 Black mothers and caregivers who received monthly checks of $500 or more from Multnomah County’s Mother’s...

Oregon school report card mixed, with enrollment drop continuing

by Ty Davison | Nov 21, 2024 | News & Commentary

Oregon school report card mixed, with enrollment drop continuing: The Oregon Department of Education on Thursday released its annual statewide report card, providing a glimpse into the state’s public school system for the 2023-24 school year. It shows that...

Oregon Department of Education offers schools guidance on limiting student cell phone use

by Ty Davison | Nov 3, 2024 | News & Commentary

Oregon Department of Education offers schools guidance on limiting student cell phone use • Oregon Capital Chronicle: A growing body of research and teacher surveys shows student cell phone use in schools is hindering more than helping the school experience. In...