Portland Fire Fans Say Moda Center Kicked Them Out For Anti-Transphobia Shirt
A July 31 match against Indiana Fever sparked a pre-game rally with protesters. Ticket holders say venue security asked them to leave for refusing to change shirts.
A Pickathon Recap and Future Forecast: Which Acts Will Make It Big?
We take a look at the bands we expect to blow up imminently, based on their sets at Pickathon 2026.
The Mercury’s Do This, Do That: Your Top Events for Aug 10-16
Summer hits peak: $10 burgers, a meteor shower, and the annual soapbox derby.
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Effort to Send Climate Dollars to Cops Won’t Qualify For November Ballot
Petitioners threaten legal action after ballot initiative to use Portland Clean Energy Funds for hiring more police failed to garner enough legally valid signatures.
Will the Portland Fire Have Time to Turn Their Season Around?
Bridget Carleton thinks the team’s turnover problem is “solveable,” and Emily Engstler says the team needs to “come together.”
Blue Cranes To Play Final Show With Longstanding Tenor Saxophonist
For the Portland jazz quintet, the tension and harmony between its tenor and alto sax is a foundational part of its sound.
Portland’s Top 20 Food Carts
Where to get Mexico City-style street food, Korean-Italian handmade pasta, giant warm gooey cookies, and more.
Shady Pines Is a Refreshingly Handmade Music Festival
A recap of the festival, which featured eclectic music, art with audience participation, and an usually warm vibe.
Say Howdy to Portland’s Newest Country Western Bar and Venue
Switchback Saloon is giving us somethin’ to tonk about.
Controversial Police Initiative Sparks Quarrel Between State and City Elections Officials
Auditor’s Office cites “no credible errors” in response to accusations from petitioners of Community Safety Initiative as initial sampling shows petition falling short of November ballot requirements
A Budget Fix, a Mayor’s Influence, and the Subtext of That Unsavory Banter Among Councilors
Here’s what was gained and lost in the last-minute maneuver from Portland City Council to save dozens of jobs
Transportation Advocates and Neighborhood Groups Seek a “Better West Burnside”
Some Portlanders are concerned about a recently-announced plan to address deteriorating pavement on W Burnside without making further safety changes.
Portland Fire Fans Call for a Statement from the Team Ahead of Game Against Indiana Fever
In response to transphobic remarks from Indiana’s “MAGA Barbie,” Fire fans want the team to stand up for the city’s culture.
A New AI Partnership Has Local Women’s Sports Fans Fuming
Portland Fire and Thorns owners are trying to convince fans that partnering with Treasure AI reflects the city’s values.