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...
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....
by Ty Davison | Sep 25, 2022 | News & Commentary
My contention continues to be that “Defund the Police” was a disastrous movement for the very people they intended to help. Without the support of the community, no one wants to be a police officer. Who wants to do a dangerous job and be reviled for it?...
by Ty Davison | Mar 12, 2021 | News & Commentary
Mayor Ted Wheeler seeks $2 million to bring back uniformed police team to address spike in shootings – oregonlive.com: Days after Portland recorded its 20th homicide, Mayor Ted Wheeler said Thursday he’ll seek $2 million in one-time funding to allow more...