A shooting near the Portland State campus left one person dead just before 1 a.m. on Nov. 7. After receiving reports of a shooting, officers from PSU Campus Public Safety…
Don’t Blame Me, I Voted for the Cat
Something funny happened on my way home from a journalism conference this September: I met a cat. Not just any cat, but Alexander, a cat that was apparently a lobbyist,…
‘Twas a warm and balmy weekday Halloween
For many, Halloween means an evening spent traveling door-to-door collecting candy in the name of fun and celebration, but Portland State Vanguard spent this Oct. 31 traveling building-by-building with a…
After tragic shootings, CPSO outlines active shooter response
Since 59 concert-goers were killed and more than 500 were injured in a meticulously-prepared mass shooting on Oct. 1 in Las Vegas, Nevada, national attention on gun violence has peaked….
From the Hill to the Hall: Oct. 31-Nov. 6
Brazile breaches touchy topic In an excerpt of her forthcoming book released to Politico, Donna Brazile explained her then-surprise at finding a joint-funding agreement between the Democratic National Committee and…
Journey to end domestic violence begins with mile-long walk in high heels
Food, music and flowers are common sights at the Portland Farmer’s Market, which has been taking place in the North Park Blocks of Portland State’s campus since 1992. A less…
Marginalized over Minority voices: ASPSU leaders draw the line
Since a graphic anti-abortion showcase towered two stories high and drew spirited protests in Portland State University’s Park Blocks two weeks ago, the University has had to defend its commitment…
From the hill to the ‘hall: Oct. 24–30
JFK ███████ assassination files ███████ released ███████ The United States National Archives, under the direction of President Donald Trump, released a mass of formerly classified files regarding the assassination of…
Whatever happened to Patriot Prayer?
“I’m going to tear you to pieces or I’m going to fucking barbecue you and eat you alive.” That’s the message Tusitala “Tiny” Toese barked at Luke Mahler during a…
Pet safety on Halloween
Halloween is coming up soon, and while the majority of people like to celebrate with quirky costumes, fancy decorations and otherworldly treats, there are some who have more malicious intentions….
(Podcast Ep. 1): Run for your life
The Columbia River Gorge caught fire on Sept. 2 after a group of teens allegedly lit hazardous fireworks in Eagle Creek Canyon. The fire burned for weeks and still smolders…