In a historic ceremony at City Hall last month, the city of Portland officially proclaimed November 30th as "DJ OG One Day," honoring local legend David Jackson, known professionally as DJ O.G. ONE. 

Northwest Media icon Tra’Renee has been holding down the media scene in Portland for nearly two decades. The Converge crew, including producer Juma Blaq and photographer Dean Bechard made the trip to the iHeartMedia studio in the Rose City to document Tra’Renee’s journey and keep Converge’s Portland love flowing.

David Jefferson, the visionary founder of Stackin Kickz in Portland, Oregon has been making major waves in the Rose City’s streetwear culture for sixteen years. The Converge Media crew, including producer Juma Blaq and photographer Dean Bechard, recently linked up with Jefferson to capture his impeccable aesthetic and incredible journey.

The second annual Black History Month Market and Celebration, held recently at The Practice Facility in Tigard, Oregon, was an energizing showcase of Black commerce, culture, and community in the Pacific Northwest. Organized by Converge Media producer Juma Blaq, the event was a deliberate effort to shine a light on Black excellence in an area often overlooked.

On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the atmosphere inside Portland City Hall shifted from civic routine to a celebration of culture. In a powerful and long-awaited moment, the Portland City Council officially recognized the life, career, and community impact of David Jackson—better known to the world as DJ O.G. ONE—by proclaiming November 30 as “DJ O.G. ONE Day.”

Unapologetic Black excellence defined the energy of the 2nd Annual Black History Month Market & Celebration in Tigard, Oregon, centering unity, culture, and commerce in the greater Portland area.

Get ready to celebrate community, culture, and Black excellence at the 2nd Annual Black History Month Market & Celebration in Portland, Oregon. Join organizer Juma Blaq for an unforgettable Sunday afternoon packed with family fun, food, and incredible talent. This year is set to be bigger and better than ever, featuring a stacked entertainment lineup and a chance to support Black-owned businesses and farmers from across Oregon.

#ConvergePDX - At Converge, we believe in uplifting Black joy across the entire Pacific Northwest. Recently, that Black joy was on full, commanding display at The Mixer: Making P(OR)tland Home in Portland, Oregon. At our second year covering the event, the community transformed The Evergreen into a sacred space rooted in presence, storytelling, and community, bringing together Black professionals, creatives, and leaders across Portland.

In the ever-evolving landscape of Portland’s creative scene, a new voice is emerging—not through words, but through the evocative, storytelling power of a Canon EOS Rebel T7. Dean Bechard, a 24-year-old photographer and creative director, has spent the last six months transitioning from a long-time hobbyist into one of the city’s most promising professional visual journalists.

Veteran Portland hip-hop artist Cool Nutz released a new EP titled “Accoutrements” on December 10th, 2025 on all major streaming platforms. The project features cohesive, hard-hitting production from Tope and Trox, delivering a focused body of work that underscores Cool Nutz’s longevity, lyrical precision, and unmistakable Northwest voice.

Portland, OR — Portland’s hip-hop scene comes alive when Festivale Cool Nutz takes over the Alberta Street Pub for two unforgettable nights of music, culture, and community tonight and tomorrow, December 12th & 13th. Headlined and curated by Cool Nutz, one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected hip-hop pioneers, Festivale Cool Nutz unites a powerhouse lineup of regional talent representing the best of the city’s sound.

Portland’s hip-hop scene comes alive when Festivale Cool Nutz takes over the Alberta Street Pub for two unforgettable nights of music, culture, and community on December 12th & 13th, 2025. Headlined and curated by Cool Nutz, one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected hip-hop pioneers, Festivale Cool Nutz unites a powerhouse lineup of regional talent representing the best of the city’s sound.