Black Oregon History: Twenty-eight recent moments that shaped the state.

This piece lists 28 moments from roughly 2016–2026 that highlight Black-led businesses, cultural projects, political firsts, and community restitution efforts across Oregon.

This article collects 28 moments from roughly the last decade that highlight recent developments in Black Oregon history. The list covers business openings, cultural projects, political milestones, restitution efforts, and community-led events. It presents examples of how decisions and initiatives by Black residents have shaped places across Oregon. The items span roughly 2016 through early 2026. Notable moments: - Deadstock Coffee grew from a mobile cart into a sneaker-themed coffee shop in Old Town (2016). - SummerWorks expanded from 11 youth participants to more than 1,000 after its 2016 launch. - Jo Ann Hardesty was elected as Portland's first Black woman on the city council (2019), and Portland Street Response launched as an unarmed, trauma-informed first-response program (2019). - The 1803 Fund launched in 2023, announced with a reported $400 million investment from Phil Knight and led by Rukaiyah Adams. - Albina descendants secured $8.5 million in restitution from the City of Portland following a multi-year legal process (2021). - The Skanner, described as Oregon's largest Black news outlet, announced its closure in 2026 after about 50 years of publishing. Summary: These entries reflect a range of cultural, economic, and political milestones across Oregon in the past decade and highlight community-centered initiatives and recoveries. Undetermined at this time.