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Features (Page 19)

December 18, 2023

A City’s Changing Skyline: Are There Enough Condos in Sarasota?

Located in the southwest of Florida, Sarasota's downtown district is changing with an increase of luxury condo construction and remodel. The sale of historic landmarks and proposed high-rises like "The Obsidian" spark community concerns over construction, attainable housing, and loss of character for downtown.

December 18, 2023

Beyond Drug Decriminalization: 3 Years Later, was Oregon’s Measure 110 Worth It?

During the 2020 election, Portland became the epicenter of a national debate on drug policy. Measure 110 made Oregon the first state to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of drugs. Did the law help, or hurt, the very people it was designed for?  Three years later, the debate rages on.

December 18, 2023

Tent Removals Won’t Solve Mass.and Cass Opioid Crisis, Advocates Say

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has a three-part plan that consists of increasing low threshold housing, passing an ordinance, and rebuilding the bridge and recovery campus on Long Island. 

December 16, 2023

Collectibles: much more than holiday cheer

Collectibles is a local gift shop in El Paso, Texas that has been in business for over 40 years. Vicky Leanos shared what makes the shop a unique treasure.

December 14, 2023

Iranians in the UK: A New Place to Call Home

An American-Iranian immigrant to London finds her roots in the community settled in the London.