"Portland Teachers Strike: Mediation Stalls as Classes Remain Cancelled"

The teachers strike in Portland Public Schools has entered its second week as negotiations continue between the district and the Portland Association of Teachers. Disagreements over class sizes, teacher compensation, and health and safety concerns have hindered progress. The district claims it needs to make $51 million in cuts over the next three years, while the union and legislators argue for increased funding. The strike has sparked debates about education funding in Oregon and the role of labor unions in the state's education system.