For a few days in May, the genealogy world will converge on Portland, Ore. Don't go without your umbrella—or our guide to the area's historical and genealogical riches.

The Genealogy Insider Diane Haddad tells you all about the first International Black Genealogy Summit and our quest to find the 40 best genealogy blogs. Searching for Native American roots? Jim Warren offers advice from his article in the November 2009 issue. We get a tour of FindAGrave.com from its founder, and we explore the East Tennessee History Center.

In this episode, we've got advice on tracing immigrant ancestors, news about Ancestry.com's acquisition of Footnote.com, Scots-Irish research tips and more. Plus: Overwhelmed with papers? Learn what to keep and what to trash in the Safe Keeping segment.

Is some crucial clue about your ancestors Greek to you because you don't understand the language? Don't let your family history get lost in translation-here's how to break through the language barrier.

Trying to find an ancestors whose case has gone cold? Lisa Alzo offers brick wall busting strategies from our March 2011 issue. We also dig into Irish resources, talk about source documentation and offer advice on digital photo preservation.

Take your genealogy on the road with some great new mobile apps, learn tips and tricks for family history travel, and tour the top mobile websites of 2012 pulled straight from the brand new "101 Best Websites for Tracing Your Roots" list. Plus: How to win a free registration to the Fall Virtual Genealogy Conference.

These resources can give you a country of origin for your ancestor who immigrated to the United States before the 1820 law requiring passenger lists

GPS technology can show you the way to your ancestor's church, courthouse or cemetery. Consult our buying guide before you gear up.