Eugene Voters to Weigh Clean Energy Fund Modeled After PCEF
The Portland Clean Energy Fund has inspired a similar ballot initiative in Oregon’s second-largest city—and similar opponents.
Mayor Wilson Rams Through Massive Fossil Fuel Deal in Second-Ever Tie-Breaking Vote
Despite the public’s deafening calls for stronger enforcement measures, ISQ will take over Zenith Energy’s role at the controversial CEI Hub with no additional changes.
Portland Vampire Novel Coffin Moon Will Be Adapted for a TV Series
Paramount TV and Iron Ocean are developing Keith Rosson’s supernatural page-turner set in the Rose City.
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Romancing Portland Taught Me How to Embrace Writing Smut
For your pleasure, we attended the Rose City’s new romance pop culture fest in a tall powdered wig.
All You Can Eat at Alma
The Balkan restaurant serves up an all-you-can-eat feast of small plates for $55.
Mayor Wilson Rams Through Massive Fossil Fuel Deal in Second-Ever Tie-Breaking Vote
Despite the public’s deafening calls for stronger enforcement measures, ISQ will take over Zenith Energy’s role at the controversial CEI Hub with no additional changes.
State Complaints Allege Portland Police Chief Broke State Rules Prohibiting Political Activity
New complaints ask state elections office to investigate whether Chief Bob Day is using his position and influence to try to unseat a city councilor.
Portland Fire Treats Fans to a 90-82 Win Against Valkyries to Close Season
“Just one time—we have to beat them just one time,” a gleeful Carla Leite said.
How a Chicken Beauty Contest Ended Up Meaning Something
Portland’s most attractive chickens gave the crowd something to cluck about.
The Richmond Club Revamps a Classic Division Street Bar
The team from Double Dragon has taken over with chicken frites, burnt honey cheesecake, and an oolong old fashioned.
Portland Comedian Nariko Ott Has Died at Age 46
The Rose City’s comedy community is devastated by this shocking loss.
In Portland, Violence Interrupters Struggle to Keep a Steady Foothold
Funding cuts have threatened the work of community groups that work outside of law enforcement to support crime victims and prevent more violence.
TBA Review: Clayton Lee’s Goldberg Variations Fetishizes Professional Wrestling and Vulnerability Without Losing Control
At TBA 2026, the variation included ladders, bukkake, and allusions to The Raft of the Medusa.
Grassroots or Astroturf? “Go Portland Go” Campaign Backed By Conservative Donors
The new, recently launched online coalition quotes local business owners and pushes for “progressive governance.” Its political ties raise questions over its true aims.
The Mercury is Suing Councilor Dan Ryan. Here’s Why.
The lawsuit seeks disclosure of public records dating back to 2025.
TBA Review: Rimini Protokoll Turns an Ordinary Stroll Into Theater
The festival is over, but the interactive app The Walks remains, offering a new way to explore familiar surroundings.