Who’s ready to have some fun? Well, the Mercury is here to help with FREE TICKETS to see some of Portland’s best concerts and events; our way of saying thanks to our great readers and spread the word about some fantastic upcoming performances! (Psst… if you want to say thanks to the Mercury, please consider making a small monthly contribution to keep […]
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POP QUIZ PDX: The Best of “Know That Portland!”
See how well YOU score in this week’s sassy, snappy trivia quiz!
HELLO SMARTY BUTTS! It’s time to put your brainy-brain to the test with this edition of POP QUIZ PDX—our local, sassy-ass trivia quiz. And since I’m waaaaay too busy to write a new column this week, let’s find out how “Portland smart” you are in our “Best of ‘Know That Portland’ Quiz,” which includes public bathrooms, witch’s […]
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Good Morning, News: Tens of Thousands Attend “No Kings” Protest, Another Disappointed Right-Wing Influencer, and Trump Threatens to Bomb Iran’s Drinking Water
If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t do it without your support. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and […]
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Good Morning, News! PCC Strike May Impact International Students, Klamath Salmon Return 👏, House to Consider Senate DHS Bill, ICE at Airports 🤓, and Wikipedia Bans AI Content 👍
If you appreciate the Mercury‘s interesting and useful news & culture reporting, consider making a small monthly contribution to support our editorial team. Your donation is tax-deductible. You can also subscribe and have our papers delivered! Good Morning, Portland: It looks pretty clear out from now until Sunday, when some showers are expected. That’s the […]
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FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Enter to Win Free Tix to See Fred Cole’s Birthday Celebration, Nina Flowers, Christone Kingfish Ingram, and MORE!
Who’s ready to have some fun? Well, the Mercury is here to help with FREE TICKETS to see some of Portland’s best concerts and events—our way of saying thanks to our great readers and spread the word about some fantastic upcoming performances! (Psst… if you want to say thanks to the Mercury, please consider making […]
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The I, Anonymous Post o’ the Week: An Important PSA
From the I, Anonymous Blog: I was biking home from work. You were laying on the sidewalk unconscious, your two friends hovering over you—concerned, panicked. I pulled over to see if they needed help and offered my Narcan. Your friends had just given you a second Narcan dose. You looked pale and gray. I checked […]
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This Week In Portland Food News
Loco Moco, Seafood Pan Roasts, and A Sports Bra Expansion
In this week’s edition of food news, we’re delving into plate lunches and pan roasts, looking forward to the opening of a new vinyl bar, and celebrating the Sports Bra‘s potential national expansion. Plus, find out where to grab strawberry matcha and raspberry butterscotch blondies this weekend. For more ideas, check out our food and […]
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FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Enter to Win Free Tix to See Imani Winds + Bodyvox or the Two Evils Comedy Game Show!
Who’s ready to have some fun? Well, the Mercury is here to help with FREE TICKETS to see some of Portland’s best concerts and events—our way of saying thanks to our great readers and spread the word about some fantastic upcoming performances! (Psst… if you want to say thanks to the Mercury, please consider making […]
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YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Dumpling Lover Alert, Drug Decriminalization in Portugal, and the Results of our Police Union Poll!
GOOD MORNING, SUNDAY! It’s the perfect time to catch up on some of the great reporting and stories the Mercury churned out this week! (PRO TIP: If you despise being “the last to know,” then be one of the first to know by signing up for Mercury newsletters! All the latest stories shipped directly to […]
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Find the Perfect Gift (and Support Local Businesses) with the Mercury’s Holiday Gift Guide!
Get ready to scream in terror… THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE! And exactly where are you going to find the perfect gift for your loved ones? That question is answered right here in our annual Mercury Holiday Gift Guide! It’s your one-stop shop for finding all the gifts you’ll need for the season, while also supporting […]
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YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Churches Kick In for Affordable Housing, Troopers Patrol Downtown, and Halloween Is a Great Time to Marry a MONSTER
GOOD MORNING, SUNDAY! It’s the perfect time to catch up on some of the great reporting and stories the Mercury churned out this week! (PRO TIP: If you despise being “the last to know,” then be one of the first to know by signing up for Mercury newsletters! All the latest stories shipped directly to […]
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Update: City Faces Lawsuit Over 2022 Police Killing of Unarmed Man
Immanueal Clark-Johnson was shot by a Portland cop after being mistaken for a robbery suspect. His family is seeking a settlement with the city.
Update: March 28: This story has been updated to note the status of the litigation filed by Clark-Johnson’s family. The family of an unarmed man shot and killed by Portland Police with an AR-15 in 2022 has filed a lawsuit against the city of Portland. If the city settles, it will mark the fourth city […]