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TriMet Joins Portland's War on Drugs
After a study found negligible amounts of meth and fentanyl residue on transit, TriMet calls for a "crackdown." Experts recommend a more nuanced approach.
Why Were So Many Libraries Closed This Summer?
Seven of 19 Multnomah County libraries are currently closed for renovation—here’s why.
Missing the Forest and the Trees: How City Politics Are Getting in the Way of Portland’s Tree Canopy
Experts say trees play a key role in combating the effects of climate change, but Portland’s convoluted system has led to confusion and neglect.
The Race For Portland's Next City Council Has Already Begun
As the city gears up for a new government structure and a 12-person council, candidates are kicking off campaigns for a pivotal 2024 election.
2024 Election: Portland City Council Candidates Already Scrambling For Public Campaign Dollars
With new City Council districts confirmed, campaigns are already underway for 12 council seats.
Low Pay and High Consequences: PSU Adjuncts Say Treatment of Part-Time Instructors Reveals Institutional Problems
Adjunct faculty at Portland State University, currently bargaining for higher wages, say they aren't being fairly paid for their contribution to Portland's largest university.
Long Live Outdoor Dining: Portland Takes Steps to Implement Permanent Street Seating Program
Outdoor dining became popular amongst Portland restaurant owners and customers during the pandemic. The Portland Bureau of Transportation wants to make it a permanent fixture on the streets.
UPDATED: Charter Reform: District Commission Moving Ahead With Voting Map Combining Sellwood With West Side
The Independent District Commission is expected to vote to approve the Alder map, marking the next step in the city transition.
Knot Springs and the Hot Tub Financial Disparity Machine
Visiting Portland’s fanciest spa, or how I learned to stop worrying and love the cold plunge.
Amid Stifling Heat Wave, Multnomah County Lacks Dedicated Shelter Spaces
Despite 69 heat deaths in 2021 and more suspected deaths this week, cooling centers and resources aren't guaranteed.
Cops, Cameras, and "Safe Systems": The Debate About Curbing Traffic Violence on Portland's Streets
Portland continues to experience record-breaking numbers of traffic crash fatalities. With funding and political barriers, what's the best way to keep people safe on the streets?
Powell's Workers, Fed Up With "Poverty Wages," Move Closer to a Strike
Employees at the world's largest independent bookstore voted to authorize a future strike, citing stagnant wages that diminish the value they bring to the beloved stores.
Before Fire, City Inspectors Warned Former Kmart Site Owners of Code Violations
The real estate company co-owned by an NFL team owner was told to board up the outer Northeast Portland property. Now, the company faces a class action lawsuit.
With Revenue Windfall, Portland Clean Energy Fund Committee Approves Climate Investment Plan
Despite past hiccups, PCEF is now on track to dole out $750 million on carbon cutting projects through 2028.
Asbestos Found in Northeast Portland Fire Debris, Stoking Neighborhood Health Fears
A fire at a former Kmart building earlier this week spread toxic ash around the neighborhood. Nearby residents say it's another example of "repeated trauma" at the site.
Portland Has a New Plan for the Future of Urban Freight
City planners look to cargo bikes, improved rail crossings, and dedicated bike and truck lanes for improved safety and sustainability to move goods around Portland.
Rogue Commissioners' Plan to Subvert Voters With New Charter Reform Measure Falls Flat—For Now
Commissioner Dan Ryan backpedals on most of the new policies he and Commissioner Rene Gonzalez promoted in a proposal to overhaul the original charter reform measure—but is more interference with progressive policies on the way?
Commissioners Push for Last-Minute Charter Reform Changes in Chaotic Work Session
Pro-charter reform advocates showed up en masse to the meeting, decrying Commissioners Rene Gonzalez and Dan Ryan's proposed overhaul of the voter-approved measure.
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