I, Anonymous

Maybe life sucks cause you’re doing it right

The Trash Report

THE TRASH REPORT: Flares, Margs, and a Thesis Proposal! Am I in College Again?

Pop Quiz PDX

POP QUIZ PDX: Featuring... the Trump Firehose of FAILURE

Hear In Portland

Hear in Portland: Dreckig's EP Release for Eclipse

Savage Love

SAVAGE LOVE: Low and Slow

More Columns

Gaming the System

Board game creators from across the Pacific Northwest descend on Portland to test (and hopefully realize) their design dreams.

PDX Live Concerts Take Over the Square Again This August

Featuring Jamie xx, returning favs the Roots, and beloved Portland band STRFKR!

News Feb 7 12:00 PM

Proposed Legislation Threatens Oregon’s Plan to Reduce Diesel Truck Emissions

Some truck manufacturers say they can’t meet requirements under the state’s Advanced Clean Trucks rule and need more time. Climate advocates say the regulation is feasible and important. 

News Feb 4 2:02 PM

New Seasons Employees Remain on Strike Over “Unjust” Firing of Longtime Employee

The grocery chain tentatively agreed not to fire staff without just cause. Then it terminated a 19-year employee who aided a blind colleague.

News Jan 23 12:15 PM

Zenith Permit Decision Raises Questions, Conflicts About City Council Authority 

New city councilors realize they don’t have much power over the controversial company’s future—and they want to change that.

News Feb 6 6:30 PM

Trump’s Federal Government is Blocking Gender Marker Changes

Here's what you can change right now, and what you can't.

News Feb 5 1:36 PM

Providence Relents After Ordering Nursing Instructors to Cross Picket Lines

An attorney intervened after Providence asked its nursing educators to work as replacement labor during a health care worker strike.

Photo Jan 25 10:00 AM

PHOTO ESSAY: Best in Bow-Wow-Wow

The Rose City Classic dog show brings out the best in poochies—and their owners.

Comedy Feb 7 1:05 PM

Gender Ordeal Is a Trans Power Trio Comedy Tour

The Gender Reveal podcast tour is a variety show featuring the star power of show-host Tuck Woodstock, cartoonist Mattie Lubchansky, and author Calvin Kasulke.

News Jan 28 9:11 AM

Mayor Wilson's Shelter Plans Are Both Ambitious and Ambiguous 

Staring down a ballooning homeless population and growing death toll, Portland mayor eyes 1,500 new shelter beds. Some councilors question the logistics and strategy.

News Feb 3 8:45 PM

Facing Public and Council Opposition, Portland Grants Zenith Key Approval

City staff issued Zenith the land use credential shortly after two city councilors called for an investigation into the company. 

Music Feb 4 3:30 PM

Introducing the Portland Mercury’s New Music Editor, Nolan Parker!

How they went from publishing a grass roots music newspaper in Berlin to being Portland’s ONLY music editor.

News Feb 7 10:10 AM

City Council Reluctantly Approves Mike Jordan’s Tenure as City Administrator Until 2026

Despite Council frustration and public outcry over recent Zenith decision, Jordan will continue to lead the city through a transitional year and turbulent budget cycle.

Food and Drink Jan 29 1:00 PM

Portland Steakhouses, What's the Secret?

In the chaos of Portland's restaurant scene, where foodies chase the hottest dining trends, the long-standing steakhouses endure.