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Portland Police Union Settles False Information Lawsuit Brought By Former Commissioner Hardesty
The lawsuit stemmed from a 2021 leak about Hardesty by police. A settlement was reached after a judge ruled the union president's actions were not protected speech.
Portland Police Chief Chuck Lovell Will Step Down, as Mayor Announces Interim Chief
Lovell, who was appointed chief in 2020, said he never intended to serve as chief through retirement. He will move into a community engagement role at Portland Police Bureau.
With Politics in Rearview, Mayor Wheeler Announces ‘Doubling Down’ on Homeless, Economic Policies
Portland mayor says he's committed to ending homeless camping, boosting economy, and hiring interim city manager before leaving office.
Portland Mayor Wheeler Says He Won't Seek Another Term
Addressing questions about a reelection bid, Wheeler says city's current challenges will require all of his focus over the next 15 months.
The First Portland Area Detox Center Funded By Measure 110 Will Open Soon
It’s the first drug withdrawal center in the Portland metro region to focus on fentanyl addiction, and proof that Measure 110 efforts are paying off
Portland City Councilors Will Lobby For Change in State Law to Pave Way For Criminalization of Drugs
City leaders blame a loophole in state law for the scourge of fentanyl and meth addiction on Portland's streets. Experts caution a repeat of the failed War on Drugs.
The Race For Portland's Next City Council Has Already Begun
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.
2024 Election: Portland City Council Candidates Already Scrambling For Public Campaign Dollars
With new City Council districts confirmed, campaigns are already underway for 12 council seats.
Defendant Sued By Andy Ngo Says They Never Received Legal Summons Before Being Ordered To Pay $100,000
A Portlander is fighting the justice system after a right-wing blogger won a legal judgment against them for failing to appear in court. They say they never received proper legal notice.
Rapid Response Bio Clean Settles Lawsuit With Man Whose Property Was Thrown Away During Homeless Camp Sweep
Portland's contracted homeless campsite removal company was recently ordered to pay damages in another lawsuit stemming from the same 2020 sweep.
Public Apology Issued To Former Commissioner Hardesty After City Settles Lawsuit Over False Claims Leaked By Police
City of Portland agrees to pay Jo Ann Hardesty $5,000. Claims against police union and officers remain unresolved.
Jury Rules Against Andy Ngo in Activist Lawsuit
Right-wing media figure sought damages stemming from attacks in Portland.
Portland Police Bureau Identifies Cops Who Killed Legacy Hospital Gunman
Three officers involved in July 22 fatal shooting remain on leave. The incident is the second deadly police shooting of 2023 in Portland.
Nearly 11,000 Oregonians Want City Leaders To Shore Up Portland Street Response
Petition shows outpouring of support for crisis response program, but budget constraints and employee morale still threaten its success
Police Delay Release of Information After Fatal Shooting of Hospital Gunman
Three Portland police officers fired at a suspect. It could be weeks before their names are published. Accountability advocates say the policy is out of line with other agencies and PPB's own internal directives.
Report: Company Hired to Board Up Properties Violated City Contract and Swindled Business Owners
Portland ombudsman says lack of city oversight led to multiple contract violations and billing discrepancies, costing vandalized businesses thousands.
Tusitala "Tiny" Toese Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for 2021 Proud Boys Brawl in Portland
Prosecutors asked judge for lengthy sentence, citing Toese's history of violence and arrest at politically-charged riots led by the Proud Boys.
Portland's First Temporary Mass Shelter Site Will Open This Month
Pods at the Clinton Triangle in Southeast Portland are a far cry from initial plans to corral up to 250 people in tents.
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