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One Portland man's journey from homeless to housed

After five years on the street, Richard Winkowitsch decided that he was ready for a change. Now he's on a path back to steady housing. ....

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Old Town: As homeless camping increases, business owners and unhoused cry for more help


Old Town: As homeless camping increases, business owners and unhoused cry for more help
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The scene outside Union Gospel Mission in Old Town during a free lunch service. April 27, 2021. Beth Nakamura/StaffThe Oregonian
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Under the wail of passing trains, Portland’s Old Town residents and business owners swap stories of the latest neighborhood goings on. Their conversations repeat themselves week after week. They fear crime is increasing. They’re bothered by tents lining sidewalks and trash piling up. They’re frustrated that first responders don’t arrive quickly when homeless neighbors experience a mental health crisis. And they worry about the immense task of reopening their businesses after a year of closures. ....

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