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Despite Record-High Traffic Crash Deaths, PBOT Leaders Say Vision Zero Is Working
Advocates who have been tracking the city’s response to traffic fatalities aren’t so sure.
Portland Will Pay Nearly $1.6 Million for Independent Monitor to Oversee City's Compliance With DOJ Settlement
Mark P. Smith & Associates will take over monitoring of Portland Police Bureau’s adherence to federal directives. The team includes a former violence prevention leader for the city.
New Plan Seeks to Help Lower Southeast Portland âRiseâ
The Lower Southeast Rising Plan would add transit access, infrastructure and more housing. Residents worry it could transform neighborhood affordability and character.
Public Pleas to Save Portland Street Response Dominate City Budget Session
As Portland prepares to slash bureau budgets ahead of 2024-25 fiscal year, residents make their case for investments in alternative response programs and gun violence reduction.
Frustrated with Bidenâs Stance on Gaza, Activists Want Voters to Write âUncommittedâ on Their Ballots
Oregon Democrats are encouraged to cast protest votes in the May primary election. State officials say it may not work as intended.
Mayor Wheeler Revises Homeless Plan In Attempt to Avoid Legal Challenges
This time, he may have the support of a commissioner who previously cast the lone "no" vote.
City of Portland to Form a Designated Climate Commission
The Sustainability and Climate Commission will be the missing half of the now-dissolved Planning and Sustainability Commission. Advocates hope it will be an influential voice for strong climate policy.
Mayor Wheelerâs Office Pledges to Support, Sustain Portland Street Response
Former city commissioner and program founder chastises “poor leadership” for the popular emergency response team’s lack of growth.
Portland is Updating its Tree Management Plan, Last Edited in 2004
The city is poised to update its Urban Forest Management Plan, modernizing it for a changing climate and funding landscape.
Asylum Seekers in Portland Could Face Homelessness While They Await a Government Decision
At least 20 families filing for asylum could be out on the street soon, as funds for temporary shelter dry up.
Update: Man Stabbed to Death on MAX Train Was Commuting Home From Work
Michael Brady was killed Friday, March 29. The suspect later told police he heard voices and hadn't taken medication for a mental health condition in months.
Portlandâs Government Transition Team Wants Your Input on Future Council Operations
Charter reform will usher in a wave of new processes and transform how City Council conducts business.
The Number of Pacific Northwest Residents Who Support Secession Is Growing
But the Union Isn't Screwed. Probably.
Within Three Years, Five Portland Officers Shot Eight People
Watchdogs, legal groups say repeated deadly force incidents are alarming. Portland Police Bureau says it’s a byproduct of high-risk job assignments.
Portland Elections Office Finds Zenith Energy Violated City Lobbying Rules
Activists hope the findings will substantiate their concerns about Zenith's operations and promote further action against the oil transport company.
Portland Preservationists Think the Future of New Housing is in Old Buildings
At a recent City Council meeting, members of Portland’s Historic Landmarks Commission asked elected officials to rethink the "new build" approach to housing production.
Portland Police Will Get Premium Pay for Joining New Crowd Control Team
Amid lingering criticisms and lawsuits stemming from the 2020 protests, the city approved a 6 percent pay bump for new public order team officers.
Auditors: Future of Historic Kenton Firehouse in Jeopardy After Mismanagement
A new report finds a city bureau failed to oversee management of the building. A state politician has been using the city-owned building rent-free since 2022.
City, County Leaders Unveil Plans to Cut Homeless Count By Half. Not Everyone Is On Board.
Joint efforts would see about $57 million spent to open 1,000 more shelter beds and a sobering center.
Despite Funding Windfalls, the Future of the Rose Quarter I-5 Project Remains Uncertain
ODOT says funding for freeway project could transform the Albina neighborhood. Critics say the transportation agency should cap the freeway to restore Albina— no need for more lanes on I-5.
Portland Eyes Another Round of Water and Sewer Rate Hikes
If approved, Portland households would pay 6.24 percent more for water and sewer services, starting July 1. The Portland Utility Board has questions.
STREET VIEW: âThe Bike Lanes That Drive Everybody Crazyâ
Portland needs a more clear-eyed vision for transportation.
Multnomah County Board of Commissioners Adopts Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution
County leaders unanimously approved a resolution after amendments, contentious back-and-forth between commissioners and the public
Grab-and-Go Food and Beverage Kiosks at the Moda Center Spark OLCC Inquiry
Stores using Amazon technology to sell self-service alcohol are trying to comply with state laws. One employee says it’s not going well.
UPDATED: Loud, Polluting Leaf Blowers Are on Their Way Out of Portland
Portland City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to ban gas-powered leaf blowers starting in 2026.
Portland 2024 Mayoral Candidates
Here's who wants to be Portland's next mayor.
Multnomah County Commissioners Poised to Vote on Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution
The resolution, introduced by Commissioner Lori Stegmann, has been in the works for the last month. But pro-Palestine organizers are disappointed by what they see as a watered-down statement.
Portlanders Gather for Community Vigil After Death of Nex Benedict
Non-binary teen’s death in Oklahoma sparked questions about school bullying, while shining a light on the needs of LGBTQ+ youth
Update: Multnomah County Animal Services Clarifies its Euthanasia Practices Following Policy Changes and Questions
Amid long-standing capacity limitations and a lengthy list of audit recommendations, some say the county's animal shelter problems reflect broader government dysfunction.
Portland City Council Candidates: District 3
These candidates are running in the district located mostly in inner Southeast Portland.
Here's Who's Running for Portland City Council in 2024
As the city gears up for a new government structure and a 12-person council, candidates are kicking off campaigns for a pivotal 2024 election.
Portland City Council Candidates: District 4
These candidates are running in the district composed of Portland's west side and some Southeast neighborhoods.
Parkrose High School Students Speak Out Against Planned Freight Development
After years of neglect and environmental injustice, Northeast Portland teens want to turn the tide on plans for a diesel warehouse they say will pollute their school neighborhood
Proposed Ballot Measure Would Tank Portlandâs New Police Accountability Board
A pro-cop attorney wants voters to throw out a police oversight measure approved in 2020, and return to the status quo.
Charter Reform: City Approves Lucrative Salary, Severance Packages for Temporary Managers
Portland's new governing structure calls for a handful of deputy city administrators. Commissioners aren't sure they can recruit them.
Portland Rideshare Drivers Call for Government Reform to Fix Unfair Working Conditions
Workers cite low pay, a lack of fare transparency, and differences in worker protections in Oregon and Washington. Advocates say the path to change is through government action.
At Long Last, Portland's Bike Ridership Is on the Mend. What Now?
After an alarming report last year revealed a major drop in cycling, Portland’s bike advocates want to change the narrative.
Emergency Warming Shelters Opening Wednesday Night
Multnomah County announces four shelters and extra beds will open around the region as snow is predicted for some areas
Despite Being Safe From Deep Budget Cuts, Fire Bureau Puts Mental Health Services on Chopping Block
Amid ballooning firefighter overtime and retirement costs, Portland Fire & Rescue looks to slash Portland Street Response funding.
Former Pro Wrestler Arrested on Suspicion of Shooting Wife in Couple's Lents Home
William A. Haynes, AKA Billy Jack Haynes, in custody after standoff with police at Southeast Portland home where Janette Becraft was found dead
Commissioner Rubio Faces Pushback for Proposal to Support Portland Street Response with Clean Energy Funds
Rubio has offered PSR a lifeline from the Portland Clean Energy Fund. Critics say Rubio is treating PCEF like a slush fund to boost her political aspirations.
Portland Aims to Have 780 Village-Style Shelter Beds Open by End of 2024
New humanitarian operations director says city will prioritize wraparound services to get people out of shelter and into housing.
Darcelle XV Plaza, Formerly OâBryant Square, Ignites Heated Debate About Public Space
The blighted downtown site is scheduled to make a comeback in 2025. Some worry plans are being heavily steered by the nearby Ritz-Carlton and other private interests.
Multnomah County Commissioners Clash Over Fentanyl Emergency Declaration
Commissioner Sharon Meieran blasts 90-day fentanyl emergency as "baloney resolution" with no mechanism for results
PBOT Reveals Plan for Major 82nd Avenue Redesign
The transportation bureau released draft design documents for the dangerous east Portland arterial, showing potential for significant change on the street.
Rene Gonzalez Holds Sizable Fundraising Lead in Portland Mayorâs Race
With the city's Small Donor Elections program facing a budget shortfall, campaigns may have to adjust their strategy ahead of a pivotal election.
New Report Highlights Major Gaps in Portland Region's Shelter, Housing, and Services for LGBTQ+ Residents
Despite Portland's reputation as a queer-friendly city, barriers to housing and shelter leave vulnerable people displaced.
Dan Ryan Will Run for City Council in District 2
While his colleagues run for mayor, Ryan is aiming to continue serving as a city council member.
As Crime and Murder Rates Drop in Portland, Mayor Wheeler Pushes a New Narrative
As the Rose City reports a recent decline in gun violence and violent crime, the mayor and police chief say the city is “on the right track.” Will it be enough to convince the naysayers?
âPortland Cannot Waitâ: City Council Will Refer Gas Tax Renewal to the May Ballot
Portland transportation leaders see the 10-cent per gallon gas tax as flawed, but necessary. Whether it’s renewed for another four years is now in voters’ hands.
Activists Disrupt Portland City Council Meeting, Demand Cease-Fire Resolution
Other major US cities, like Atlanta, Detroit, and Providence, have passed resolutions calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza.
Portland City Council to Mull High-Stakes Gas Tax Renewal
The 10-cent per gallon Fixing Our Streets gas tax has been an integral part of PBOT's budget since 2016. It's even more important now.
Key Hire In Cityâs New Management Team Announced, to the Surprise of City Leaders
Rene Gonzalez appointed a former fire chief to oversee Portland’s public safety bureaus. The mayor’s office says the move was premature.
Portland Takes Rehab on the Road
Following in the footsteps of Maryland and California, Portland Fire & Rescue unveils mobile opioid use treatment program administered by paramedics.
Portland's Plan To Spur Housing Development by Relaxing Regulations Has Political Implications
The code change discussions underscored key differences amongst Portland City Council members— some of whom are competing for the mayoral seat this year.
UPDATE: Warming Shelters Will Remain Open Tuesday Night
Medical examiner now investigating four suspected hypothermia deaths as county braces for freezing rain.
UPDATED: Power Restored For Most Households Amid Severe Winter Weather
At least 31,000 PGE customers still without power early Tuesday afternoon. TriMet has resumed MAX Blue Line operations, but all other light rail lines remain suspended.
Police Arrest 20 Jewish Activists and Allies During Demonstration in Downtown Portland Supporting Palestine
Protesters staged a sit-in amid International Court of Justice hearings accusing Israel of genocide.
Suspected Vehicle Arson Investigated at the Home of Portland City Commissioner
District attorney suggests political motives, after someone set fire to a parked car in front of Rene Gonzalez's home in Eastmoreland.
Commissioner Gonzalez Shows Little Interest in Heeding Auditor's Recommendations for Portland Street Response
Portlanders championed non-police, alternative response programs to help relieve emergency resources. Auditors say poor leadership threatens their future.
A $1.7 Million Federal Grant Will Jumpstart Portland's Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
The grant will help fund a plan to make pay-as-you-go electric car chargers more accessible around the city.
Auditor: County Contracting Rules Bent to Favor Seattle-Based Nonprofit
A Multnomah County auditor's memo notes staff felt "pressured" by Susheela Jayapal, now running for Congress, to alter an application process to benefit Housing Connector, which later landed a lucrative contract.
Why Are People Protesting Michael Rapaport's Portland Comedy Shows?
Until recently he was yelling about Taylor Swift, but now it's all about Israel, Hamas, and Gaza.
Carmen Rubio Enters 2024 Portland Mayor's Race
The city commissioner is the third person on council to launch a campaign for mayor under Portland's new form of government.
Portland, Prepare For a Six-Week MAX Disruption
Green, Blue, and Red Line MAX train service will be impacted through the end of February as TriMet finishes construction for "A Better Red" project.
With $14.25 Million in Backing, Central City Concern Moving at Lightning Speed to Open New Drug Treatment Center
A trifecta of government agencies is chipping in to buy LoLo Pass hotel and convert it to a residential treatment center. Hotel owners are staying quiet about the transaction.
Healthcare Workers Rally Near OHSU Hospital Urging Cease-Fire in Gaza
Local staff say Portland health institutions have been silent, even as others around the US speak out.
Steel Bridge Skatepark Will Finally See the Light of Day
On the backburner since 2008, Portland officials announce $15 million in funding for a new skatepark in Old Town.
Fire at Portland Mercado Temporarily Closes All Businesses
The community hub and food cart pod's beer-and-wine bar Barrio was destroyed by the blaze.
Update: Man Killed by Police in Mall 205 Target Parking Lot Identified as 33-Year-Old Tyrone Lee Johnson II
Police say they fired at a man who ran from them after trying to steal merchandise.
Report: 315 People Died While Homeless in Multnomah County in 2022
The annual "Domicile Unknown" report shows a sharp uptick in deaths of residents living without stable housing. Some point to disconnects in local government as catalysts.
Update: Officer Who Killed Man Outside NE Portland Food Processing Plant Identified
The officer who shot 27-year-old Isaac Seavey in Northeast Portland on December 6 has been with the police bureau for 22 years. This isn't his first fatal shooting.
Jail Deputies Charged With Misconduct As Sheriff Orders Independent Reviews
Prosecutors say two Multnomah County corrections deputies failed to perform their job duties, contributing to two inmate deaths. Seven inmates have died in the county's jails this year.
From Portugal to Portland: How Drug Decriminalization is Playing Out in Two Different Countries
A recent trip by lawmakers, police and other leaders provided insight into what it takes to treat drug use as a health issue
Former City Commissioner Steve Novick Eyes Return to City Hall
Novick is running to represent District 3, after a former stint on Portland City Council.
The Portland Clean Energy Fund Is Fast Becoming the Cityâs Fiscal Lifeline
New projections show PCEF will have access to about $1.2 billion over the next five years, giving fund leaders the opportunity to greatly expand its clean energy programming.
Governor Kotekâs Central City Task Force Plan, Developed Behind Closed Doors, Gets Mixed Reviews
Task force plan recommends major public policy changes, but the public was barred from providing input or attending meetings.
Employees at Portland Japanese Garden Report Pay Inequity and Racist Language from Management
Staff at the nonprofit say they’ve been retaliated against for speaking up about their concerns at work.
Rene Gonzalez Announces Bid For Portland Mayor
Known for his conservative policies, Gonzalez is the second on council to announce a 2024 mayoral campaign.
The Portland Teachersâ Strike Is Over. The Conversation About Oregonâs Education System Is Just Heating Up.
With the unprecedented strike resolved, teachers are calculating the return on investment. School leaders are lambasting the state’s school funding formula.
Dan Ryan Rules Out Running for Portland Mayor
The city commissioner will decide whether to run for a council district by late January, as speculation swirls over who might challenge Mingus Mapps in 2024 race.
Officers Who Shot Legacy Hospital Suspect Cleared By Grand Jury
Three Portland officers involved in the fatal shooting of a man suspected of killing a Legacy Good Samaritan security guard in July won't face criminal charges.
A Decade After Federal Directives, Portland Police Will Start Using Body Cameras Full-Time
Axon lobbied city staff years before City Council approved a $10 million contract with the company
PPS and the Teachers' Union Ratified a Contract Agreement. Now What?
While the teachers' strike is officially over, questions remain over calendar changes, and students are frustrated after being left out of decision making.
With a Tentative Agreement Reached Between PPS and Teachers' Union, Students Will Return To School
If the union and school board approve the tentative agreement, the historic Portland Public Schools strike will officially come to an end.
Jewish Activists Blockade Rep. Earl Blumenauer's Portland Office For Second Time in Two Weeks
Hours before an Israel/Hamas truce announcement, protesters pressured the Oregon congressman to follow Sen. Jeff Merkley’s call for a cease-fire in Gaza.
Portland City Council Candidates: District 2
These candidates are running in the district located in North and Northeast Portland.
Portland City Council Candidates: District 1
These candidates are running in the district encompassing East Portland.
Disagreement About Class Size Decisions Fueling Teachersâ Strike Stalemate
Amid weeks-long strike, the teachers’ union says parents should help make decisions about how many students can be enrolled in a class. PPS board members disagree.
Protesters Picket Boeing Over Weapons Shipments to Israel
Activists blocked entrances at Boeing’s Gresham plant, saying the company needs to be held accountable for its role in the Hamas/Israel war that has killed thousands.
After the Teachersâ Strike, How Will PPS Make Up For Lost Time?
The strike is still ongoing, but concerns about students meeting educational requirements are taking hold.
City Council Watered Down Police Oversight Approved by Voters, Advisory Group Says
Members of Portland's Police Accountability Commission lambast city's proposed code revisions, which now call for police to help shape oversight board.
City Hopes Clean Energy Funds Will Help End Teachers Strike as It Surpasses the Two-Week Mark
With Thanksgiving Break days away, PPS and the teachers' union still haven't reached a contract agreement. City officials hope fast-tracked clean energy funds will help.
Portland City Council Says Au Revoir to Meetings at City Hall Until 2025
Amid remodel of council chambers, councilors will meet virtually until January, when in-person meetings resume at city's 1900 Building.
Portland Activists Stage Sit-In at Rep. Blumenauerâs Office In Hopes He'll Support a Cease-Fire in Gaza
Activists hope Blumenauer, a longtime progressive, will eventually be responsive to their demands.
"We Don't Cross Picket Lines": Benson High School Construction Workers Walk Off The Job In Solidarity With Striking Teachers
"We aren’t gonna build this thing if [PPS] doesn't meet their demands," one union electrician said.
City Council Approves Independent Monitor to Watch Over Cops
The monitor will determine if Portland Police remain compliant with the DOJ’s demands regarding the bureau’s excessive use of force.
DOJ Wants Independent Monitor to Watch Over Portland Police
The independent monitor would oversee practices and training for Portland Police following years of bureau missteps.
PPS Unions Representing Administrative, Cafeteria, and Custodial Workers Request Mediation
The PPS labor relations crisis isn't limited to the ongoing teachers' strike.
In Week Two of Teachers' Strike, State Legislators Align With Union
PPS leaders tried to petition state lawmakers for more education funding to meet teachers' demands. The strategy may have backfired.
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