Taylor Griggs
Taylor Griggs is a news reporter for the Portland Mercury. She is interested in all of your ideas, comments and concerns, particularly those related to transportation, climate, labor, and Portland city government. Send Taylor an email at tgriggs@portlandmercury.com, and find her on Bluesky @taylorgriggs.
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Portland Protesters Rally for “Tesla Takedown”
As Tesla stocks tumble, hundreds of people are holding regular protests outside the Portland dealership to protest Elon Musk’s government takeover.
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Climate Advocates Will Appeal the City’s Zenith Decision
A coalition of climate organizations and Portland residents plan to challenge Zenith’s land use approval with the state Land Use Board of Appeals, citing a lack of public process.
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New Council Committee Grapples With Portland’s Slipping Climate Goals
Councilors hope the new Climate, Resilience, and Land Use Committee can help the city reduce carbon emissions and advance environmental justice.
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Portland Sledding Photos With Sound Effects
Sweet jumps, fluorescent ski jackets, and adorable children being dragged around on sleds after the city’s 2025 snowstorm.
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Proposed Legislation Threatens Oregon’s Plan to Reduce Diesel Truck Emissions
Some truck manufacturers say they can’t meet requirements under the state’s Advanced Clean Trucks rule and need more time. Climate advocates say the regulation is feasible and important.
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Facing Public and Council Opposition, Portland Grants Zenith Key Approval
City staff issued Zenith the land use credential shortly after two city councilors called for an investigation into the company.
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“A Dangerous Precedent”: PGE Faces Major Backlash for Forest Park Utility Proposal
The utility company’s Harborton Reliability Project would cut 400 trees in an effort to bolster Portland’s electrical grid. Opponents say it’s not worth the loss of priceless natural resources.