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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
Goodbye to Ms. Frazee For Now
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 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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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

Audrey Lynch
May 14, 2025
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

Audrey Lynch
May 14, 2025
The Liberty High School women’s flag football team at a players clinic in March 2025. Women’s flag football is a rapidly growing sport across the nation. Photo via Rebecca Brisson.

Women’s Flag Football: An Up and Coming Sport in Oregon

Audrey Lynch
April 10, 2025
One of the slides featured at the PPS Advocacy Training Night on Feb. 19, 2025. This slide addresses financial pressures which led to $41 million in budget cuts for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. Photo via Portland Public Schools.

Sweeping PPS Budget Cuts Threaten 228 Positions For 2025-26 School Year

Audrey Lynch
March 7, 2025
A workstation belonging to Stephen Hart, a resident at Whitewood Gardens. Hart often spends his afternoons here working on his model ship. Photo via Chris Nelson.

A Shipbuilder Despite the Odds: The Story of Stephen Hart

Audrey Lynch
January 29, 2025
Athletic Trainer Gerilyn Armijo surrounded by students in the sports medicine program at a Franklin home football game. The athletic trainer plays a key role in aiding injured athletes at Franklin. Photo by Jolie Barteaux-Peinado.

Paths to Recovery: Advice for Injured Athletes

Audrey Lynch
December 5, 2024
Donald J. Trump’s official portrait from his first election in 2016, published in 2017. Trump will officially be sworn in as the 47th President on Jan. 20, 2025, after defeating Kamala Harris in November. Photo via the Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division.

Promises of the 47th President of the United States

Audrey Lynch and Will Lowe
December 5, 2024
A colorful play structure, located in the courtyard outside of Franklin’s branch of the Albina Early Head Start. This program has provided essential childcare to families all over Portland since 1965. Photo by

The Youngest Franklinites: A Look Into Albina Early Head Start

Audrey Lynch
October 30, 2024
A stack of paper directly next to a computer. The ongoing battle between doing things on paper versus digitally is extremely controversial in education, especially when it comes to testing. Photo by

Franklin’s Opinion on New Digital Testing

Audrey Lynch
October 2, 2024
Incredible Speakers Featured in TEDxPortland 

Incredible Speakers Featured in TEDxPortland 

Audrey Lynch
May 22, 2024
Franklin Law Program Gains State and National Recognition 

Franklin Law Program Gains State and National Recognition 

Audrey Lynch
April 18, 2024
PWHL’s Vision for Unity and Progress for Women’s Hockey

PWHL’s Vision for Unity and Progress for Women’s Hockey

Audrey Lynch
March 6, 2024

Talk A Mile: An Organization for Conversation

Audrey Lynch
January 18, 2024
Women of the Supreme Court

Women of the Supreme Court

Audrey Lynch
January 18, 2024
“Percy Jackson and The Olympians”: A Series for All

“Percy Jackson and The Olympians”: A Series for All

Audrey Lynch
December 6, 2023
A Beginner’s Guide to Winter Sports 

A Beginner’s Guide to Winter Sports 

Audrey Lynch
October 30, 2023
Franklin Welcomes New Forensics Course

Franklin Welcomes New Forensics Course

Audrey Lynch
October 4, 2023
The Tennessee Three; Civil Protests Lead to Representatives' Expulsion

The Tennessee Three; Civil Protests Lead to Representatives’ Expulsion

Audrey Lynch
May 25, 2023
Franklin’s Student Section Should Be STRONG, Not Gone 

Franklin’s Student Section Should Be STRONG, Not Gone 

Audrey Lynch
April 19, 2023
Netflix, Are You Still Watching? 

Netflix, Are You Still Watching? 

Audrey Lynch
March 13, 2023
The Portland Winterhawks: An Insider’s Perspective 

The Portland Winterhawks: An Insider’s Perspective 

Audrey Lynch
March 13, 2023

Child Care Services Expand To Better Serve Oregon Families

Audrey Lynch
February 15, 2023
Measure 114: Ultimate Outcome Still Unclear

Measure 114: Ultimate Outcome Still Unclear

Audrey Lynch
January 19, 2023
Rainbows: In and On Shelves 

Rainbows: In and On Shelves 

Audrey Lynch
December 8, 2022
Change in Modern Monarchies; A Small Step on A Long Path

Change in Modern Monarchies; A Small Step on A Long Path

Audrey Lynch
November 3, 2022
The Battle For Freedom

The Battle For Freedom

Audrey Lynch
November 3, 2022

The Battle of Hearsay

Audrey Lynch
May 27, 2022
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