POP QUIZ PDX: Of Mascots... and MONSTERS!
See how well YOU score on this week's monstrous local trivia quiz!
See how well YOU score on this week's monstrous local trivia quiz!
The Mercuryâs Do This, Do That: July 7â13
Outdoor parties, an AANHPI market, and a dog-friendly bike ride signal that summer is alive and kicking.
Outdoor parties, an AANHPI market, and a dog-friendly bike ride signal that summer is alive and kicking.
With Federal Grants on the Line, Portland Leaders Weigh Whether to Comply With Trump's Anti-DEI Directives
City administrator says Portland currently relies on $387 million in federal grants. The city stands to lose federal money if it doesn't slash its equity-focused programs.
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Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Faces Lawsuit Over Forced Hijab Removals
Two Muslim women arrested last year after a protest were forced to remove their hijabs and were photographed in front of men. A new lawsuit alleges jail deputies violated the women's civil rights.
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Shoofly Vegan Bakery Staff Cease Efforts to Buy the Business, Starting Their Own Instead
Amid paycheck disputes and a staff walkout that shuttered the SE Portland cafe, former Shoofly workers say they've signed a lease on a new space.
Asylum Seekers Are Being Arrested During Mandatory ICE Check-Ins
A Portland-area man with a family and work visa received a text ordering him to report to ICE. He was detained and sent to Tacoma, with no release date in sight.
Hell Is Full of Clowns
Inspired by Dante's Inferno, Portland Experimental Theatre Ensemble's new play is a tour of Divine Comedy.
Staff at PeaceHealth Southwest Say Job Cuts Could Backfire
The health care provider is slashing 1% of its workforce. Impacted employees say it will only strain the hospital system and prolong patient stays.
Wherefore Art Thou Doug Fir?Â
The beloved Portland music venue will (hopefully) make its grand return soon!
Recent Portland Police Actions at ICE Facility Test the Limits of Sanctuary LawsÂ
As anti-ICE protests escalate in Portland, state leaders call for peaceful protest, but confusion over police involvement lingers.
Food Review: Sellwood Is Swimming in Red Sauce
Montelupo's third venture goes full Italian American comfort food.
With Newfound Sway in City Hall, Portlandâs Democratic Socialists Hope to Redefine the Cityâs Priorities
Amid a local budget crisis and national chaos, Portland DSA has big goals. For the first time, it also has a group of allies on City Council.
Rediscover Portland Cartoonist Rupert Kinnard and 50 Years of Black, Gay Comic History
A new collection of his work explores his artistry and activism.
Portland Rises Up Against Trump and ICE with Two Saturday Protests
A massive march for “No Kings” day, followed by arrests at Portland’s ICE headquarters.
Oregon Bill Expanding Police Use of Drones Without Warrants Alarms Civil Rights AdvocatesÂ
Despite concerns over privacy and civil rights violations, lawmakers are backing an effort to reduce legal hurdles for police surveillance via drones.
Portland ER Nurse Shot by Federal Agents at ICE Protest Plans to Return: âIâll Be Out There Againâ
Even after he was nearly blinded by a “less lethal” projectile, Vincent Hawkins wants to be heard.
Profile Theatreâs Mother Russia Finds Humor in Collapse
Lauren Yee’s farce blends slapstick, surveillance, and Soviet nostalgia, but its critique of capitalism stops short of a fresh indictment.
Second Run Portland: Days of Heaven Glows Again in 35mmÂ
Plus, a queer twist on yakuza inheritance and Chantal Akerman’s mother-daughter meditation hit Portland screens this month.
Album Review: The Post-Punk Paradise of La Isla Electronica
Portland needs more Spanish-language punk, here it is!
Dinosaurs Deserve So Much Better Than Jurassic World Rebirth
The seventh entry in this never-ending franchise struggles to unearth any fossilized remains of awe or fun from Steven Spielberg’s first Jurassic film.
Police Bureau Terminates Consulting Contract With Former EmployeeÂ
Citing budget constraints, Portland’s police chief says he's ending two contracts after questions from the Mercury about potential cronyism.
Album Review: Swinging's Debut Album is a Drift Worth Following
My Bed Is A Boat is a lush, emotionally exacting release from the Portland band.
Police, Prosecutors Seek to Limit Access to Police Personnel Files During Trials
Portland Police Bureau says a current directive goes beyond federal requirements for evidence disclosure. Defense attorneys warn a change would allow cops to gatekeep which information about them gets released.
Preschool for All Advocates Put Kotek and State Legislators on Notice
When Salem lawmakers moved to gut Multnomah County’s preschool tax, program supporters jumped to its defense. Their efforts seem to have worked—for now.
As Anti-ICE Fight Grows, Advocates Are Divided About Portland Facility
Almost 15,000 people have signed a petition asking City Council to revoke ICE’s Portland building permit. Others say the move would backfire.
Photo Essay: To Hit and Be Hit
The Oregon Ravens offer a route for women to play—and excel at—tackle football.
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