Elections Complaint Alleges Canvassers are Intentionally Misleading Public About Police Funding Initiative
Workers gathering signatures for the effort to divert clean energy funds to Portland police are using talking points that don’t line up with the petition’s actual text.
THE TRASH REPORT: With Liberty and Sweaty Shirtless Men for All!
Pinkies up! It’s time for the hottest tea of the week.
The Mercury’s Do This, Do That: Your Top Events for June 1-7
Your faves are here: This week’s all about strawberries, bikes, and books.
Portland City Council Adopts New Law Enforcement Mask Ban, ID Requirements
The city ordinance won’t give local police the authority to unmask ICE, but its supporters say it will help verify and prevent law enforcement impersonators.
The Music issue 🎸
Horrors of the Northwest
The Early Films of Richard H. Lyford screens at Movie Madness.
Net Benefits: The Future of Public Tennis in Portland
The US Tennis Association wants to run Portland’s public tennis programs. Advocates say private money will yield benefits, but others are wary.
Portland’s Newest Women’s Sports Team, the Cherry Bombs, Win First Match
Getting support from a sold-out crowd, tattoo artists, and an opera company didn’t hurt.
Three Must-Try New AAPI-Owned Eateries: Dear Lola, After Ours, and Bangkok Belly
These newcomers offer Filipino diaspora food,
Vietnamese bar snacks, and Thai street skewers.
Portland City Councilors are Tearing into Mayor Wilson’s Proposed Budget. Here’s What Could Change.
Proposed changes could affect the city’s climate fund, city manager pay, policing, and more.
Paralyzed By Hope: The Maria Bamford Story Is Judd Apatow’s Attempt To Make a Beloved Comedian More Famous
Maria Bamford just wants $5,000 and a banana.
Cop Union Alleges City Councilor Interference in New Police Oversight System
Councilor Sameer Kanal was invited to present at a meeting of the Community Board for Police Accountability. The Portland Police Association is crying foul.
Reporting Live (Continued): City Council’s Contentious Budget Meeting
Shelter, parks, and city jobs are up for discussion.
GZA Makes Up for Lost Time at Hawthorne Theatre
But he needs to buy himself a watch next time!
Who’s Who in the Portland Fire
A fan’s guide to the team’s heavy hitters and newly signed players.
Likely Ivy’s Stellar Mini Cupcakes Have an Unlikely Secret
The buttercream has to be tasted to be believed.
Portland Timbers Coach Is Out; Club Searching for Replacement
Phil Neville leaves the Timbers after an underwhelming two-and-a-half years.