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The exterior of Capes & Crepes, located on Southeast 50th and Division. This new crepe, boba tea, and board game cafe is set to have its grand opening on May 23. Photo by
Crepes, Boba, and Board Games: Capes & Crepes Grand Opening on May 23
A large vehicle parked up to the curb. Cars parked close to an intersection can restrict other drivers' views, making an intersection more prone to accidents. Photo by
A Look at Intersection Daylighting in SE Portland
A themed float, decorated with the words “Earth Day” and the slogan “Courage is contagious, stand up and fight back!” On April 26, an Earth Day parade and gathering at Sunnyside Environmental School aimed to bring awareness to the rising fight for climate justice. Photo by
Sunnyside’s Earth Day Celebration: Rising for Climate Justice
A graph displaying the Full-Time Equivalents (FTE) gains and losses at Franklin over the years. This graph is one example of the impact budget cuts have on staff members across PPS. Graph by PPS.
Exploring The Impacts of Budget Cuts in PPS
Demonstrators in downtown Portland on April 19, 2025, protesting the Trump administration. The Portland protests are a piece of the national “Hands Off!” movement that organizes similar protests in all 50 states. Photo by
Nationwide “Hands Off!” Protests Sweep Downtown Portland
Protesters outside the Tesla dealership in Portland. Hostility towards Tesla CEO Elon Musk has led some to take action against his business in the form of demonstrations and occasionally vandalism. Photo by Shani Ross.
Musk Controversy Steers Anti-Tesla Action Across the Country
Racks of colorful imported fabrics on display at Bolt Fabric Boutique. Tariffs on imported textiles could drive up costs for shops in Portland and nationwide. Photo by Beatrix Brandau.
Tariffs are Hitting Small Portland Businesses Hard
Students working in the Lightning Mart create food for staff and peers while they focus on the profits for fundraising. Photos by Luz Culbert-Nusser.
Hard Work Pays Off: The Student Store’s 2024-2025 Accomplishments
Dave Sherden’s Sports Medicine 3-4 class from the 2023-2024 school year. This is just one of the many classes that Sherden has taught and mentored over his nearly 40-year career. Photo by Dave Sherden.
No Bones About It: David Sherden Leaves a Lasting Legacy
A collage of Steve O’Neill, a Franklin culinary arts teacher and head coach of the men’s wrestling team. After 32 years as an educator, over a decade of which have been at Franklin, he is finally taking the time for a well-deserved retirement from teaching. Photos via FHS yearbooks and Stephanie Satoorian. Graphic by Sofie Salewsky.
A Taste of Farewell: Mr. O’Neill Says Goodbye to Teaching after 32 Years
A person posing at a furry convention with a furry head of a dog on. Furries are one of many forms of self-expression often targeted by cringe culture despite being harmless. Photo by @grubthebugdog on Instagram.
The Harmless and the Hateful: Cringe Culture’s Ableist Implications
Two college acceptance letters and an illustrated farewell card, signifying the exodus of Franklin’s class of 2025. With graduation fast approaching, seniors have a wealth of experience and knowledge surrounding college acceptance that is ready to be passed on to future graduating classes. Photo by Easton Atlansky.
Critical Advice on College Applications: Parting Words From The Graduating Class
Students flood Franklin’s cafeteria to get lunch. High demand for school lunches often makes the cafeteria quite crowded at lunchtime.  Photo by Jonathan Sommer.
Cafeteria Food: Enough for your “average” Joe
A teenager sitting against school lockers, absorbed in her computer, from which hearts spiral. It is very common for adolescents in fandoms to spend excessive amounts of time online becoming emotionally attached to fictional characters and worlds. Photo by Easton Atlansky.
The Dichotomy of Fandoms: Toxicity and Self-Discovery
Photo collage of a sign, menu, and coffee cup from one of Franklin’s programs for special education students, our STRONG Coffee Cart. Programs like this are an opportunity to learn life skills, but they need staff and financing to maintain. Photo by Lenore Myers.
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Advocate to Fund Special Education
KOIN Sports Anchor Brenna Greene on the job. Greene, as a woman in sports media, has faced immense challenges. This is a common experience for women in sports, and the contributions they make need to be recognized. Photo via Brenna Greene. 
The Overlooked Impact of Women in Sports
A teenager in high school with the app PrizePicks loaded on his phone. This is one example of a sports betting app that is highly prevalent amongst teens. Loose gambling regulations on sports fantasy games have made it easier for young people to gamble on sports. Photo by Dashiell Hampson.
Sports Gambling is Running Rampant in Teens
My family and I attending a baseball game at Fenway Park in 2017. Learn where Fenway Park falls on my stadium rankings compared to all other MLB stadiums. Photo by Oliver McMaster
Worst to Best: MLB Stadium Rankings
Article authors Oliver McMaster (left) and Jake Lubin (right) posing in a fighting stance. The two authors are representing their opposing views on the ultimate question: What is the best sport to watch? Photo by Shani Ross.
Football or Basketball: Which Sport Reigns Supreme for Spectators?
Charlotte Wylde, outdoor climbing at Smith Rock. Wylde’s climbing journey has not been a straightforward one, but she has learned exceptional perseverance along the way. Photo via Charlotte Wylde. 
Meet Charlotte Wylde: Franklin’s Own Nationally Recognized Climber
The front cover of “Your Cozy Life: DIY Nesting Skills for a Sustainable Home,” by Raleigh Briggs. This DIY guidebook teaches the basics of herbal medicine and cleaning, gardening, and sewing, among much more. Image via Microcosm Publishing.
“Your Cozy Life: DIY Nesting Skills for a Sustainable Home” Shares Skills That You’ll Never Forget
The welcome sign at the Oregon Country Fair in Veneta, OR. Attendees often dress in elaborate, colorful outfits. Photo by Joey Maloney.
An Intro to a Festival-Filled Summer
Various art pieces from different artists featured in the 18th annual Mt Tabor Art Walk. The Art Walk is one of Portland’s treasures, and there are many more similar cultural events in May and through the summer months. Graphic via Mt Tabor Art Walk.
Spring into Summer: Portland’s Vibrant Arts and Culture
A “Harry Potter” DVD on a bookshelf in front of various “Harry Potter” books. “Harry Potter” is just one franchise of many that has produced successful movies based off of the books. Photo by Ella Grimes.
Best Book-to-Film Adaptations For When You’re Too Tired to Read
The colorful movie poster of “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” This is a popular film with Asian representation, something that has long been lacking in Hollywood. Photo via A24.
Appreciating Asian Americans in Film
The author’s beloved dog, Biscuit, posed regally. The development of animal cloning technology over the past 30 years has made pet cloning a commercially available, albeit expensive, choice for pet owners following the death of their pet. Photo by
Man’s Best Friend Forever and Ever and Ever and Ever
Franklin students spread out across the football field eating lunch in their individual groups. Around campus, many different cliques and social groups with different personalities and values can be found. Photo by
Classic High School Cliques: To What Extent are They True?
Hands displaying a poetry book that has been passed down through generations. This book is among the many things that Helen Kelley chose to keep as she has aged, just like each person is tasked with the responsibility of choosing what items they will preserve. Photo by
The Art of Being Sentimental
Students leaving Franklin after a busy school day. As summer approaches, many students and staff eagerly anticipate new adventures to occupy their next few months. Photo by
Summer Escapes: Where Will Franklin Staff Head Summer of 2025?
Two gamers gazing at the “victory royale” they achieved together in the Battle Royale game mode. Fortnite has allowed individuals to come together in the spirit of the game. Photo by
Fortnite: The Game of a Generation
Recognizing Class of 2025: Senior Superlatives
Recognizing Class of 2025: Senior Superlatives
Top 10 Things To Do Before You Graduate
Recognizing Our Franklin Post Seniors: Senior Superlatives
Recognizing Our Franklin Post Seniors: Senior Superlatives
How Many U.S. Senators Does It Take To Screw in a Lightbulb?
How Many U.S. Senators Does It Take To Screw in a Lightbulb?
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Dear People With Broken Taste Buds,

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Photo Credit: Abby Chapman. From left to right: a bent metal straw, a plastic one-use straw, a long metal straw, a short metal straw with a plastic grip, a bendy reusable straw made of plastic. Portland’s one-use utensil law will take place within the year, limiting the amount of plastic straw consumers will use.

Portland Joins Straw Crackdown

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January 24, 2019
Instagram Marketing via Wiki Commons. Instagram users are beginning to create and use two or more social media accounts.

The Popularity of Private Instagram Accounts

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January 24, 2019
Patriot Prayer and Solidarity Against Hate groups hold demonstrations in Seattle. Solidarity Against Hate is a Seattle “General Defense Committee” to stand up against far-right extremists. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Patriot Prayer Group Receives Backlash

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December 13, 2018

Instagram ‘Flop’ Accounts Provide Platform to Teenagers

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December 13, 2018
A front view of the Roosevelt High School campus. Roosevelt’s former football coach has been accused of harassing multiple staff members at the school. Photo Credit: McKenzie Keeler, Roosevelt Student

Roosevelt Coach Under Investigation

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November 14, 2018

Activism Goes Viral

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November 9, 2018
Portland’s Recycling Procedures Rebound to Waste

Portland’s Recycling Procedures Rebound to Waste

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October 15, 2018
Bill Cosby during a pinning ceremony at US Navy Memorial February 17, 2011, in Washington D.C. These honors were later revoked. Photo by Kevin S. O’Brien via wikicommons.

Bill Cosby Sexual Harassment Scandal

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May 29, 2018
Hawaiian Club’s two advisors Greg Garcia and David Stroup doing the shaka sign, which is usually translated from Hawaiian to mean ‘hang loose.’ Photo by Abby Chapman

Hawaiian Club

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May 29, 2018
A “Safe Lincoln Street” sign sits outside a house that has a red “X” spray painted in front of it. Most of the houses that have had red X’s spray painted outside had this same sign on their lawn. Photo by Abby Chapman.

Backlash Against People Brandishing Signs in Lincoln Street Neighborhood

Abby Chapman
April 30, 2018
Amelia Earhart standing underneath her Lockheed Model 10-E Electra on March 1, 1937. Photo Via Wikimedia Commons.

Amelia Earhart’s Mystery

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April 30, 2018
Two huskies enjoy a meal in a silver bowl. The dog food brands that were recalled are no longer sold in stores and accessible for pet consumption. Photo by Jiel Beaumadier.

Dog Food Brands Recalled

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March 23, 2018
An exhibit in the Zymoglyphic Museum. This object the people are standing on is actually only six inches tall, and is made of rocks and various other natural materials. Photo by Abby Chapman.

Zymoglyph Museum

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March 23, 2018
An image of assorted pills and a needle with an unknown liquid in it. Portland has battled an addictive drug crisis over the past decade. Photo by Maico Pinelli.

Drug Use on the Rise in Oregon

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March 5, 2018
The outside of The Clinton Street Theater before a midnight showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Photo by Abby Chapman

The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Live

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December 5, 2017
Free domain image of Edward Thorndike, who is responsible for the formation of the idea of The Halo Effect

Halo Effect

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December 5, 2017
The front of Franklin High School in the morning on the school day of October 11th. Photo by Abby Chapman.

Franklin STRONG Neighborly

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November 2, 2017
Franklin’s rugby team poses with a trophy during last season's spring championships. Photo by Kya Bailey.

Rugby Club

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November 2, 2017
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