Joni Auden Land
Joni Land is a general assignment reporter, producing stories for OPB's Weekend Edition. They cover a variety of topics, including sports, arts, religion and anything else that comes across their desk. They previously reported for the Idaho Statesman and the Albuquerque Journal.
Joni grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and graduated from the University of New Mexico. Send your tips, questions and neighborly greetings to jal@opb.org.
Latest Stories
‘Our community is strong’: Milwaukie’s Fiesta Latina moves forward despite fears
Other Latino heritage events in Oregon were canceled or hosted virtually.
Allen Estate announces official agreement to sell Trail Blazers
The estate also announced new billionaire investors. Andrew and Peggy Cherng founded the large restaurant chain Panda Express.
Portland Catholic school loses students over LGBTQ+ enrollment controversy
Catholic schools across Portland have declined to confirm how many students have left St. Agatha — and how many students they have at all.
Historic 173-year-old Oregon cemetery finally opens to the public
The Christilla Pioneer Cemetery in Happy Valley has been maintained by a small group of families for generations. Now, the city and charities are stepping in to help preserve its future.
St. Helens High School leaders failed to act on claims of abuse for years, report finds
OPB obtained the records after months of appealing the local district attorney’s office.
Flat Fire destroys 4 homes, threatens thousands more with no containment in Central Oregon
Four homes have been lost to the Flat Fire as it continues to threaten nearly 4,000 homes in Deschutes and Jefferson counties.
At least 6 Hood to Coast runners hospitalized due to extreme heat
Organizers say this year’s race had the lowest volume of security and medical calls since 2021.
Amid scorching heat, Portland’s halls of knowledge offer cool relief
Public libraries are among the few free and open places for people to seek shelter during extremely hot weather conditions.
Nurses at Legacy Mount Hood Hospital vote to authorize strike
The vote comes after 21 months of negotiating between the hospital and the nurses union have failed to produce a first contract.
A renovated food truck showcases opera with mobile performances in Portland
For the past decade, Opera a la Cart has performed in parks and on streets around Portland. The aim is to revive interest in opera by offering more accessible performances in a former popcorn truck.
