The fund is also intended to keep Sotelo’s small business afloat throughout this ordeal. Sotelo’s protégée, Victoria Reader, is currently running Novo Start, according to Hoffman. Reader came to ...

When you realize the unique scale of not just American poverty, but American inequality in the 21st century, the fact that France doesn’t have it, Germany doesn’t have it, Canada doesn’t, Australia ...

An Unexpected Leader: Marissa Madrigal chairs Multnomah County through changing times Marissa Madrigal remembers the first time a television camera was thrust in her face. She remembers a reporter ...

Diverse interests come together to support the state’s promising program for criminal justice reform On May 14, Oregon’s Office of Economic Analysis released its March 2015 quarterly review of the ...

Street Roots recently asked civic leaders around Portland, “How does supporting people in poverty help our community?” The project was inspired by the #MyHomePDX campaign on Twitter, recently launched ...

Mother’s milk: breastfeeding among low-income and minority families For years, formula has been an easy option for new mothers, but institutional attitudes are changing to encourage breastfeeding ...

Oregon prepares for $20 million mental health roll-out Oregon’s mental health care systems gained attention and new money from the 2013 legislative sessions-- and more is on the way. While this is ...

Social justice mavericks featured in new comics series Know Your City, a Portland nonprofit that celebrates Portland’s history and culture, has created a new box set of mini-comics about local heroes.

2015 Street Roots Gift Guide: Where your purchases will benefit charity Give twice this holiday season when proceeds from your purchases go to charitable causes Street Roots presents its first holiday ...