REI to close only Portland store, citing break-ins, theft

by Ty Davison | Apr 17, 2023 | News & Commentary

REI to close only Portland store, citing break-ins, theft – oregonlive.com: The outdoor retail giant REI Co-op announced Monday that it plans to close its store in Portland’s Pearl District early next year, citing an increase in crime and theft. In in...

In Portland, plans to overhaul private fundraising for public schools will have to wait – again

by Ty Davison | Apr 14, 2023 | News & Commentary

In Portland, plans to overhaul private fundraising for public schools will have to wait – again – oregonlive.com: …Under the current system, schools in wealthier, typically whiter enclaves with foundations that are able to raise significant sums via...

Local schools to install refuges for teachers, staff to address stress, fatigue

by Ty Davison | Apr 14, 2023 | News & Commentary

Local schools to install refuges for teachers, staff to address stress, fatigue – Salem Reporter: Teachers at about a dozen schools in the Salem-Keizer School District soon will get a place to retreat when the day’s work seems overwhelming. Backed by a health...

Schools hiring emergency teachers for special education, potentially violating federal law

by Ty Davison | Apr 13, 2023 | News & Commentary

Schools hiring emergency teachers for special education, potentially violating federal law – Oregon Capital Chronicle: More than 130 emergency licensed teachers are filling in as special education instructors in Oregon this year, shortchanging thousands of...

Downtown Portland coffee shop announces closure, cites safety concerns

by Ty Davison | Apr 12, 2023 | News & Commentary

Downtown Portland coffee shop announces closure, cites safety concerns – oregonlive.com: Portland-based Coava Coffee is permanently closing its downtown cafe this week on three days’ notice after nearly six years of brewing locally roasted coffee there....