Ariel Gore is as raw and honest in her writing as she is in her life, earning her the moniker of the hippest mama around. But the backstory is a long way from Ozzie and Harriet. Gore, spurred by a ...

Holiday thanks from Street Roots vendors “I’m grateful for the community around me. Those who buy Street Roots, those who smile or give me a nod for the work I do selling SR. And I’m grateful too for ...

Mother's milk: Momentum gains in helping low-income mothers breastfeed their children Despite being one of the wealthiest nations in the world, the United States is one of the sickest. Obesity is one ...

New voices, new stations converge on rare FM license offering New low-power FM stations will soon become part of Portland’s media landscape, representing a different set of voices from commercial and ...

The lifelong advocate talks climate change activism in this installment of Nothing More Hopeful Bonnie McKinlay arrives at my house a little out of breath, greets my dog, and apologizes for being late ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...