PSU Fired Women’s Resource Center Director With No Explanation

The abrupt termination sparked internal upheaval and fears about PSU’s commitment to feminist and student-centered work.

The Mercury’s Do This, Do That: Your Top Events for November 10-16

This week, comedians give questionable advice, and cars are cancelled.

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Savage Love

SAVAGE LOVE: Snakes and Bladders

The Trash Report

THE TRASH REPORT: New Relationships, Old Politicians, and Me (Currently trapped in an airport in god-knows-where)

Hear In Portland

Hear In Portland: Karma Rivera Drops Debut Album, Rachel Wong Asks to Be Saved, and Milc's Dairy Fest Returns

The Black Byline

The Black Byline: A 10-Year-Old (Forgotten) Emergency

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Second Run November: In Memoria, Tilda Swinton Has a Sonic Headache

Plus more slow cinema, Celtic myth, and Sergei Parajanov in smell-o-vision.

Building Community with Portugal. The Man

Frontman John Gourley talks about the band’s new album Shish, the importance of community, and hardcore music.

News Nov 6 3:30 PM

City Council Caught in the Middle of Police Oversight Labor Strike 

Councilors are avoiding City Hall while Portland's Independent Police Review staff are on strike, bringing some Council operations to a halt. 

The Trail Blazers Oct 24 2:00 PM

Trail Blazers Fandom Goes Hard For Home Opener

A photo essay featuring fans before the first regular season game at Moda Center.

Opinion Oct 30 11:50 AM

An Amphibian Resistance 

There’s a movement leaping into action through Portland’s inflatable frog protest mascots. Their real-life amphibian counterparts are resisters, too, but they need our help. 

News Oct 13 9:45 PM

Meet the Groups Helping Immigrants Impacted by ICE

A statewide rapid response network is coordinating to alert communities about immigration enforcement and provide legal resources.

History Nov 5 1:05 PM

Let My Country Awake Puts the Pacific Northwest at the Center of an Anti-Colonial Struggle

A new nonfiction history from Scott Miller explores the complexity of Indian resistance against the British Empire during World War I.

News Oct 30 2:47 PM

City of Portland Begins Enforcement of ‘Public Camping’ Rules This Weekend

The same day federal SNAP benefits expire for over 15,000 homeless Multnomah County residents, Mayor Wilson piles on penalties for being homeless in Portland.

Election Oct 24 5:00 PM

Mercury Endorsement: Vote Yes on the Portland Parks Levy

Portland parks are on the ballot in this November's special election. 

Music Oct 27 11:00 AM

Music To Go Rockhounding By

Experience the ambient country Alison Jean Cole takes with on her expeditions.

News Nov 4 8:00 AM

Councilor Dan Ryan Breaks From Colleagues, Says “No” to Parks Levy

Ryan, who previously served as the commissioner in charge of Portland’s parks bureau, voted in July to refer the parks levy measure to voters. He now says he can’t support it. 

News Oct 17 1:54 PM

Portland City Council is Using City Codes to Fight Back Against Trump

A new ordinance will bolster local sanctuary law while a resolution aims to strengthen protections for immigrants and protesters.

Movies & TV Oct 29 5:15 PM

Bugonia Is a Good Time Yorgos Lanthimos Film

The famous Greek director of strange and unsettling movies has made another strange and unsettling movie.

Dating Oct 22 11:36 AM

Strangers in the Nights

How two singles nights are changing the way Portlanders are finding love, friendship, and hookups.

Visual Art Oct 29 4:20 PM

What Wanders Through a Body?

A new exhibition at Portland gallery Lumber Room compiles corporeal works by Louise Bourgeois and Isabelle Albuquerque.

News Oct 20 1:35 PM

Update: Oregon Calls For New Hearing After Appeals Court Rules National Guard Can Deploy to Portland

In a 2-1 decision, the 9th Circuit Court says the president has authority to deploy the military to Portland, amid ongoing protests at the ICE facility. The Oregon Attorney General's Office wants the case reheard.

News Nov 4 3:05 PM

“Not a Rubber Stamp”: Portland City Council Questions Settlement in Bike Bill Lawsuit 

The plaintiffs and city attorney expected quick agreement over a $6 million settlement. It appears City Council had other ideas.

Movies & TV Nov 4 3:00 PM

Train Dreams Go on When I Close My Eyes

Director Clint Bentley's ode to a small, quiet life in the Pacific Northwest is also one of the year’s most plainly beautiful films.

News Nov 3 8:00 PM

Multnomah County Pauses New Housing Vouchers After Losing State Funding

As Mayor Wilson pushes for more shelter beds, county resources for moving people to permanent housing are dwindling

News Oct 22 7:47 AM

The 'Big Beautiful Bill' is Gutting Oregon’s SNAP Benefits

Sweeping eligibility changes take effect this month. Meanwhile, the government shutdown could leave hundreds of thousands of recipients with no benefits at all in November.

Theater & Performance Oct 29 12:00 PM

Tony-Nominated "Musical About Corn" Shucked Is a Total Romp

 The touring Broadway show shares some of life's simple joys: fast jokes and catchy songs.

News Oct 15 1:02 PM

UPDATE: Judge Extends Restraining Order Blocking National Guard Deployment in Oregon

US District Judge Karin Immergut ruled October 15 that a restraining order issued earlier this month will be extended by two weeks.

News Nov 4 8:10 PM

Portlanders Say "Yes" to Parks Levy in Early Special Election Results 

The levy would help fund Portland Parks & Recreation services. If not approved, the bureau would face a major budget shortfall.

Photo Essay Oct 13 11:00 AM

Portland's Emergency Naked Bike Ride in Photos

Hundreds held a die-in on the Burnside Bridge before continuing to the ICE facility in South Portland.

Photo Essay Oct 3 3:24 PM

Photo Essay: The Gathering of the Jugglers

Inside Portland’s Juggling Festival and how a lifetime of practice can result in peace of mind.