News Briefs

Below are fast-breaking news items.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 11 March 2025

Margaret Louise Carter

In honor of Margaret Louise Carter, the M Carter Commons will offer 62 income-limited apartments for seniors in Portland’s Overlook neighborhood

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 11 March 2025

Photo: Oregon Legislature

Unsafe current law permits marriage licenses for 17-year-olds in Oregon

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Details: Written by The National Trust for Historic Preservation; Published: 09 March 2025

CREDIT: Laura Carrera

These sacred spaces have played a pivotal role in shaping American history, from advancing civil rights to fostering community empowerment.

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 09 March 2025

The lawmakers spoke out against the federal administration’s plan to eliminate over 80,000 positions nationwide at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 07 March 2025

Photo: Fort Benning Georgia Construction Report via Wikimedia Commons

Yesterday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth reverted the name of Fort Moore, Georgia to its previous name, Fort Benning. The army base was originally named after Confederate General Henry L. Benning. This is the second military base that has been renamed by the Trump administration.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 04 March 2025

The new Community Board for Police Accountability is an independent governing body, established to make recommendations about Portland Police Bureau practices, policies and directives, with a focus on community concerns.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 28 February 2025

Tobias Read (Photo: Oregon Secretary of State)

"Our highest priority is – and must always be – protecting the integrity of Oregonians’ fair, secure, and accessible elections,” said Read.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 21 February 2025

Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. (OR-03)

Dexter was joined by community leaders, family and distinguished guests, including Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and former Congressman Earl Blumenauer.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 21 February 2025

Andrew Colas (Photo: Meyer Memorial Trust)

Kee, Senior Wealth Advisor at Focus Partners Wealth, and Colas, President and CEO of Colas Construction, bring decades of experience in leadership and community advocacy.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 14 February 2025

Attorney General Dan Rayfield

The lawsuit argues that President Trump has exceeded his authority and violated the Appointments Clause of the United States Constitution, by creating a new federal department without Congressional approval.