Hilda Perez lives with her family in Forest Grove, where she relies on the bus to get around. While Perez said “public transportation has been a lifeline,” it’s not always easy or safe for her to use.

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While our local music calendars continue to fill as May marches on, this week we’re praising Karma Rivera’s new single—especially the acoustic version—in addition to a visit from Coco Jones at the end ...

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