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Mountain Goats Songs That Are About Portland, an Exhaustive Non-Exhaustive List

The influence of location on singer-songwriter John Darnielle can’t be overstated—and you should listen to these songs!

Amid Grim Outlook for National Climate Investments, Portland’s Clean Energy Fund Doles Out Nearly $64 Million

PCEF awarded grants to 59 local nonprofits for climate projects. The news comes as the well-endowed program is at risk of being tapped for other city priorities.

Music Dec 5 4:00 PM

Noise & Grain Combines Two of Portland’s Loves: Film Photography and Live Music

The new exhibition adorns Franklin FOTO Gallery’s walls with shots of Michael Hurley, Ural Thomas, Sallie Ford, and more. 

News Dec 2 2:03 PM

Mayor Wilson Nominates New City Administrator

Raymond Lee previously managed Greeley, Colorado before leaving recently to ‘pursue new opportunities.’ 

News Nov 26 2:54 PM

Oregon Sues Trump’s USDA Over Yanked SNAP Benefits for Refugees

Attorney General Dan Rayfield and 21 states ask district court to reinstate Green Card holders’ eligibility for benefits.

Movies & TV Nov 24 2:00 PM

Portland and Guillermo del Toro Are Symbiotically Bound

At a Tomorrow Theater screening, the director discussed the rise of AI, the future of stop-motion animation, and who he identifies with in Frankenstein.

Music Dec 4 12:00 PM

Concert Review: Primitive Man Howls in the Holiday Season

The Denver doom trio brought fresh-cooked sludge to Star Theater’s black (metal) Friday crowd.

News Nov 25 6:30 PM

Oregon to Feds: Rein in Your Officers or We'll Prosecute

Top state attorney says his office will investigate federal officers’ criminal conduct during protests and immigration enforcement

Visual Art Dec 4 5:20 PM

Portland Art Museum Wants to Be Used

Once hidden galleries can now be found; Rothko Pavilion presents a new way to see what was already there.

Music Dec 1 2:00 PM

Concert Review: Riding the Synth Wave with Olivia Block + Pete Swanson + Seth Nehil

Compelling and confusing experimental grooves on a laid-back Sunday night at Holocene.

News Nov 27 9:15 AM

Portland-Area Starbucks Baristas Remain on Strike Over Labor Contract, Wage Disputes

Nationwide, unionized baristas say the company has failed to negotiate fair terms as the coffee chain racks up labor violations and complaints.

Music Nov 26 11:00 AM

When Wonder Ballroom Says All Ages, They Mean All Ages

Portland music venues push against the OLCC for more inclusive spaces.

Visual Art Nov 25 11:00 AM

Seeing Ursula K. Le Guin’s Many Sides

Oregon Contemporary’s tribute to the novelist and multi-practice artist gets in the weeds in the best way possible.

News Dec 3 4:30 PM

City Council Puts Financial Crackdown On Detention Facilities

Portland City Council approved a new fee to recoup costs associated with detention facilities, both for impacted Portlanders and for the city’s coffers.

Movies & TV Dec 1 3:00 PM

A Very Festive Second Run Portland

City cinemas come bearing 13 repertory films you should see this month.

Music Dec 3 2:15 PM

Film Review: The New Sun Ra Documentary Does the Impossible

Christine Turner’s excellent film travels the jazz visionary’s storied galaxies.