Is this new program really going to help reduce the number of car-versus-pedestrian accidents? Find out why City officials think so. We’ve got the details, and photos, right here …

Find out why firefighters had a fight on their hands when they worked to extinguish the blaze, accidentally set, in a manufactured home …

Find out why a group of volunteers are working to turn under-used land into a growing oasis, in this sometimes rough-and-tumble neighborhood …

The Portland Public School Board didn’t have to face villagers armed with torches and pitchforks, when they met at the school this week. But, they certainly did get an emotional earful from those who testified. We’ve got more than just TV sound-bites here – and lots of exclusive photos, of course …

IN HIS WORDS: Portland Police Bureau Chief Mike Reese is blunt as he talks about his top priorities, and the challenges that he – and the Police Bureau – face, in the coming months. You’ll learn a lot from this fascinating, candid talk …

Find out who won this prestigious award, and also find out which Bureaus – and why – have become part of this annual event …

Right here, you’ll read why as many as 1,000 people came to a Portland City Park that’s big on potential – although a bit shy on amenities …

In this update, you’ll find out how far the Master Plan Committee’s volunteers have gotten with “re-visioning” this historic park. And, if you act now, before September 8, (EXTENDED to SEPTEMBER 15) you’ll see how you can add your comments by taking an on-line survey …

See why turning an empty field into an improved City park was reason enough to celebrate National Night Out just a little late, in this outer East Portland neighborhood …

Take a look at this unique visit at which leaders from a far-away land – almost daily in the news – sat down in Hazelwood, to discover how outer East Portlanders help reduce crime by cooperating with police …

Come on along for photos of our tour through outer East Portland, as we checked into ten “National Night Out against Crime” picnics, parties, and events of all sizes. There’s a record number of photos in this article …

They really did it! If you’ve wondered about the giant acupuncture needle stuck into the roadside at SE 122nd Avenue and SE Reedway Street, here’s the story behind this unusual art installation …