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Portland Preps for New, “Toes-in-the-Water” Riverfront Park
The waterfront bowl south of the Hawthorne Bridge is set for redevelopment, giving Portland another access point to the Willamette River.
Steel Bridge Skatepark Rolls Forward After Major Land Swap Approval
A land transfer between the state and city is officially in motion, putting the long-awaited Portland skatepark closer than ever to actualization.
Fueling Portland’s Future: Renewable Fuels Come Under the Microscope at City Hall
New Portland leaders are pushing back on the city’s narrative around alternative fuels and their climate benefits.
Portland Hearings Officer Signs Off on PGE's Forest Park Utility Plan
The city sided with the utility company over a controversial plan to cut down 400 trees in Portland's biggest park.
Oregon Senate Bill Aims to Address Greenwashing
The bill has been criticized as overly broad and difficult to enforce, but environmental advocates say truthful marketing is crucial to addressing the climate crisis.
The Promises and Perils of TriMet’s Safety Response Team
Former and current staff say the program, which TriMet launched as part of an initiative to reimagine public safety in 2021, is exploitative of employees and hasn’t lived up to its potential.
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.
Climate Advocates Will Appeal the City’s Zenith DecisionÂ
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
STREET VIEW: Love and Bicycles
How Portland’s bike scene facilitates romance in the age of dating apps and loneliness.
Zenith Permit Decision Raises Questions, Conflicts About City Council AuthorityÂ
New city councilors realize they don’t have much power over the controversial company’s future—and they want to change that.
UPDATED: Labor Complaint Against City Council Candidate Alleges Racist Treatment at City’s Community Safety Division
Lisa Freeman is the subject of a BOLI civil rights investigation, but other former city employees say the office has a problem with structural racism much larger than just one staff member.
City Council Solidifies New Policy Committees
The eight committees will be the primary conduit for public engagement and policy proposals from councilors.
Federal Transportation Program Eyes Another Albina Reconnection Project at I-405 Ramps
The US Department of Transportation will give Portland $1 million to study alternatives for the “overbuilt” I-405 ramps in North Portland, which have contributed to neighborhood disconnection for more than 50 years.
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