Isabella Garcia
Isabella Garcia is the former News Editor for the Portland Mercury. She covered City Hall, transportation, the environment, breaking news, and more.
Posted inCops
Portlanders Speak Out Against Gunshot Technology Pilot Program During Town Hall
It’s unclear how vocal opposition to the planned program will be weighed by city leaders.
Posted inCops
Federal Judge Questions Portland Police Union’s Demands Over Body Cameras
Union officals believe police should be able to review bodycam footage before filing use-of-force reports.
Posted inNews
UPDATE: Seven Warming Shelters Open in Portland as Temperatures Plunge Below Freezing
Officials stress the need for volunteers as winter storm persists.
Posted inNews
Portland City Council Stops Transparency Advocate Proposal from Going to Voters In May
Instead, they proposed (and passed) their own surprise resolution.
Posted inCity Hall
Will City Council Allow Portlanders to Vote on New Transparency Watchdog?
If approved Wednesday, the proposal would go before Portland voters in May.
Posted inCops
Portland Police and City in a Stalemate Over Body Camera Policy
Should the Portland police be allowed to review body camera footage before giving statements? The police union says yes.
Posted inNews
Three Emergency Shelters Open in Portland Area Ahead of Expected Snow
Forecasts predict anywhere from one to three inches of snow accumulation Monday evening into Tuesday.