Laural Porter
KGW News
Portland, OR, United States
Contact Laural
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Laural:
One of Oregon's most competitive races is in the newly created 6th Congressional District
The new district was created following the 2020 census. It includes parts of southwest Portland, Salem, Woodburn, Yamhill County and Lake Oswego in Clackamas County. → Read More
Straight Talk: Oregon leaders call Intel's $20 billion expansion in Ohio a 'wake-up call' for Oregon
The CEO of Greater Portland Inc. called on voters to evaluate governor candidates on their willingness to work to attract new semiconductor investment in Oregon. → Read More
Straight Talk: Speaker Dan Rayfield reflects on first session leading Oregon House
Oregon Republicans say Democrats overreached on spending, but Rayfield said lawmakers met pressing needs of Oregonians and kept a record amount of funds in reserves. → Read More
Straight Talk: Race for Portland auditor is contested for the first time in 36 years
For the first time in 36 years, the race for the position of city auditor is contested. Simone Rede and Brian Setzler have both thrown their hats into the ring. → Read More
Straight Talk: Portland needs a 'course correction' to address voter concerns, business leaders say
Portland Business Alliance CEO Andrew Hoan said many struggles are linked to the pandemic, but Portland isn't recovering as quickly as some peer cities are. → Read More
Straight Talk: As Olympians head for Beijing, Olympics expert Jules Boykoff says these Games are about much more than sports
Boykoff said the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing are under a spotlight because of human rights violations in China and the country's strict COVID protocols. → Read More
Straight Talk: Oregon's upcoming short legislative session and a new era of leadership
Oregon's constitution stipulates the legislative session in even numbered years can last only 35 days. It's a short time with a long list of pressing issues. → Read More
Straight Talk: Rep. Peter DeFazio reflects on 36 years in Congress
DeFazio has endorsed Oregon Labor Commissioner Val Hoyle to succeed him in the 4th District and said he's confident she can win. → Read More
Straight Talk: Long-term care facilities are facing a staffing crisis
Two years into the pandemic and long-term care workers are burned out. The result is a worker shortage that could impact our most vulnerable residents. → Read More
Straight Talk: Urgent need for blood donations
Bloodworks Northwest is hoping for blood donations this Christmas as the nationwide shortage continues. → Read More
'Declan the Dinosaur' leaves lasting legacy after battle with cancer
Declan Reagan's love of dinosaurs earned him a personal message from Jurassic World star Chris Pratt. His mom hopes his legacy can help other kids battling cancer. → Read More
Straight Talk: Behavioral health challenges and the homeless crisis
Experts say the pandemic has stretched behavioral health resources thin and that's making the homeless crisis worse. → Read More
Straight Talk: Multnomah County chair says progress is being made on homeless crisis
Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury rejects the idea progress is not being made on the homeless crisis, pointing to the 1,300 families housed this year. → Read More
Straight Talk: Congressman Earl Blumenauer discusses COP26 climate summit in Glasgow
Congressman Earl Blumenauer says he's optimistic the planet can slow global warming. He recently attended the global climate conference in Glasgow, Scotland. → Read More
Straight Talk: People for Portland is trying to hold elected officials accountable. Is it working?
The nonprofit advocacy group is turning up the heat on elected officials and demanding urgent action on the city's major crises — homelessness and public safety. → Read More
Straight Talk: Landlords and tenants frustrated with rent assistance delays
The Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program has dispersed $110 million in rent assistance out of the more than $350 million requested from Oregon tenants. → Read More
Former New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof will run for Oregon governor
The former New York Times columnist announced he will run as a Democrat for governor of Oregon. → Read More
Straight Talk: How do we address the gun violence across Portland?
Portland Police Bureau's new "FIT" team is set to start in early December with the goal of de-escalating gun violence. → Read More
Portland voters have a once in decade opportunity to change how the city runs
The Charter Review Commission is studying alternatives to the city's form of government and elections. Recommendations may be referred to the Nov. 2022 ballot. → Read More
Straight Talk: Commissioner Dan Ryan promises urgent action on two Portland crises — homelessness and gun violence
Portland City Commissioner Dan Ryan discusses the two crises facing the city of Portland — homelessness and gun violence. → Read More